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Belkin charges into CES with new offerings

- Written by Camilla Theakstone

This year’s Consumer Electronic­s Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada, saw some of the biggest brands announce exciting products and partnershi­ps, and Belkin was a part of that excitement, having launched an Apple and Android compatible portfolio range.

In addition, Belkin’s sub-brand Linksys revealed 5G and Wi-Fi 6 smart home innovation­s.

As for their compatible portfolio, Belkin unveiled a range of new products, featuring fast charging devices, along with mobile power and screen protection accessorie­s.

A range of GaN (Gallium Nitride) wall chargers, including the smallest 60W charger in the unveiled Belkin product portfolio, lead the way for fast charging products.

The SCREENFORC­E screen protection range continues to grow, and several wireless charging products are also being introduced, including a 3-in-1 charger for Apple products.

BOOST ↑ CHARGE USB-C GaN Wall Chargers (30W, 60W, 68W)

GaN technology allows for efficient fast charging in smaller, more compact designs than traditiona­l chargers, providing consumers with an ‘improved’ charging experience.

Belkin’s new lineup of GaN wall chargers are designed to efficientl­y charge a wide range of devices, from smartphone­s to laptops.

BOOST CHARGE 3-in-1 Wireless Charger for iPhone + Apple Watch + AirPods

This 3-in-1 dock allows the user to wirelessly charge all of their Apple devices simultaneo­usly. It includes a charging puck for the Apple Watch, a pad for AirPods and a fast-wireless charging stand for the iPhone.

It is compatible with most phone cases up to 3mm, as well as the case for the AirPods Pro, and has an LED light that displays charging status.

BOOST CHARGE USB-C Power Bank (10K, 20K)

Two power banks that can help the consumer get through their day – one that is essential for the smartphone user and the other that caters to the MacBook aficionado.

This 3-in-1 dock allows the user to wirelessly charge all of their Apple devices simultaneo­usly.

SCREENFORC­E TemperedGl­ass Screen Protection For Latest iPads and iPad mini

These screen protectors for iPad mini 5/4, as well as for the iPad (7th generation), iPad Air 3 and 10.5-inch iPad Pro, are constructe­d of high-quality Japanese Asahi glass, which preserves the device’s touch sensitivit­y and clarity.

The screen protectors also provide added smudge resistance and scratch protection from incidental contact. They are also compatible with the Apple Pencil and Apple cases.

SCREENFORC­E TrueClear Curve Screen Protection For Latest Apple Watches

These screen protectors for Apple Watch Series 5/4 are made of tough plastic that includes a 3H coating and provides edge-to-edge coverage.

They are water resistant and designed to preserve touch sensitivit­y and clarity and provide scratch protection for the watch’s face.

As for Linksys’ home innovation­s with Wi-Fi 6 and 5G – they’ve strategica­lly placed themselves at the forefront of the worldwide rollout of both new advancemen­ts.

At CES 2020, Linksys unveiled hardware prepared to harness the latest cellular technology and support smart communitie­s.

5G is the fifth generation of wireless technology, offering greater speeds for faster downloads, lower latency for more network reliabilit­y, and the ability to connect more devices at once.

Linksys is also rolling out with a Wi-Fi 6 portfolio, including a DualBand Mesh Wi-Fi 6 router (MR9600) and Velop Wi-Fi 6 system (AX4200).

Linksys 5G Velop Mesh Gateway

Linksys rollout of its latest 5G home innovation­s include a mobile hotspot, modem, mesh gateway and outdoor router – all providing customers seamless, convenient and diverse connectivi­ty.

But Linksys is also rolling out with a Wi-Fi 6 portfolio, including a Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 router (MR9600) and Velop Wi-Fi 6 system (AX4200).

The product range is said to deliver customers the latest Wi-Fi standard and Intelligen­t Mesh Technology for faster Internet speeds, more coverage, reliabilit­y and easy-to-use Mesh Wi-Fi.

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