Google Ditches Wireless Charging for More Efficient Pin-Based Charging in Pixel Watch 2

Google has switched to a pin-based charging system instead of wireless charging for the Pixel Watch 2.

The new charging method is more efficient and charges faster, but requires specific orientation.

Pin charging generates less heat which could help avoid durability issues that plagued the first Pixel Watch.

While less convenient than wireless, pin charging addresses limitations of wireless charging in smartwatches.

Most smartwatches don't support regular Qi wireless charging, so Google's decision makes sense despite being a downgrade.