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      10-11-2020, 09:28 PM   #1
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Wireless Charging add on?

Recently picked up a well equipped (but not fully loaded) 2MGC. Love this car. Coming from a previous F10 528, there is a lot I am familiar with, and pleased with the new tech updates. Love the sound this car makes when accelerating. Focusing in on creature comforts - this one did not have wireless charing, but the pad is there - is this a possible aftermarket add on? This is all about ease as plugging in a cable is easy...but wireless charging is easier...and for the right price might be a good deal.

(Side note: the M sport version of this model was a difference maker for me - the headlights and the other styling flourishes here make me think this should be the standard look for this model)
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      10-13-2020, 08:27 AM   #2
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Might be mistaken, however it was my impression wireless charging was standard.

The issue that faced with mine, the phone does not charge with the protective case. I wonder, if you might have a similar issue.
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      10-14-2020, 11:52 AM   #3
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Might be mistaken, however it was my impression wireless charging was standard.

The issue that faced with mine, the phone does not charge with the protective case. I wonder, if you might have a similar issue.
In the UK, at least, it's not standard - it's part of the Tech Pack upgrade (or available separately for £300)
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      10-17-2020, 08:59 PM   #4
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In the UK, at least, it's not standard - it's part of the Tech Pack upgrade (or available separately for £300)
Same here in the US - it is a $500 option. While the pad remains there, there is an additional light to show status of what you are charging. The base pad shows a phone diagram, so it's almost like a taunt and a visual reminder of what feature you do not have (also tried it and 2 other phones without the case - it is a no go. In the grand scheme of things, it's OK - just wish this was a standard feature given the integration of phones and cars these days...
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Same here in the US - it is a $500 option. While the pad remains there, there is an additional light to show status of what you are charging. The base pad shows a phone diagram, so it's almost like a taunt and a visual reminder of what feature you do not have (also tried it and 2 other phones without the case - it is a no go. In the grand scheme of things, it's OK - just wish this was a standard feature given the integration of phones and cars these days...
Here in Australia M-Sport and the wireless charging pad are standard equipment
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      10-22-2020, 03:44 AM   #6
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Wireless charging can be installed additionally (aftermarket). In a few weeks, I can inform about the result. The cost in Russia is 170 euros.

OFF... Also, you can install "this one", if you wish.
Suitable from X models. Looks much better ))
Lacquered cap is ordered separately and soon will be installed.
[IMG]https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img922/4500/C6SuEF.jpg[/IMG]
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      11-08-2020, 06:57 PM   #7
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In Singapore wireless charging came as standard but only suitable for small phones .... I'm using Samsung Note20 Ultra
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      11-08-2020, 07:42 PM   #8
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Has anyone noticed where the reception is better when the phone is in the charger? It was my understanding that the outside roof antenna would increase reception. I have not seen any difference.
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      01-01-2021, 05:38 AM   #9
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Although my car is equipped with wireless charging, I still bought this because the charging area too small for my phone

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