Two new contactless Wii Remote chargers have been announced.

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The first one I'll cover is TeknoCreation's InCharge Induction Remote Charger.

Source: IGN

TeknoCreation's InCharge Induction Remote Charger Powers Wii Remotes Through Silicon Skins

Lithium polymer batteries provide up to 25 hours of battery life per charge.

September 17, 2008 - Video game accessories have just reached a new stage of technological innovation with the introduction of TeknoCreations's InCharge remote charger for Nintendo Wii. Designed to charge one or two Wii remotes, the InCharge is the first and only charging station that will power Wii remotes without having to remove Silicon skins or most other similar protective covers.

Using the power of Lithium Polymer battery packs, the InCharge for Wii provides up to 25 hours of battery life on a full charge and is 50% lighter than other charge solutions for Wii. Likewise the InCharge, which retails for $34.99, uses a contactless inductive charging solution rather than metal contacts to charge each Wii remote. With the InCharge, gamers can save money on batteries as well as eliminate complications that arise from dirty or greasy battery contacts that occur with other Wii chargers.

"The InCharge is a powerful and effective tool that every Wii fan can benefit from," commented Mark Kasok, TeknoCreation's VP of Sales and Marketing. "Our designers have completely eliminated the metallic contact points that always seem to fail over time due to excessive accumulation of dirt, grime, sweat and grease. And gamers no longer have to constantly remove and replace their protective remote skins. Simply drop the Wii remote into the cradle and it will quickly recharge for up to twenty five hours of gaming." Continued Kasok: "The InCharge is the most convenient, cost-effective and technologically advanced charging station available to Wii fans."

InCharge Product Highlights:

Charges through Nintendo Silicon skins and most other protective skins


Uses Lithium Polymer Batteries for increased charging power and reliability


Charge up to two Wii remotes simultaneously


Non-metal conductive charging solution (charge not affected by dirt or grime)


Up to 25 hours of battery power per charge


Rapid recharge solution


50% lighter than other charging solutions


Easy to read LED charge indicator lights


Easy to clean and saves on battery cost

About TeknoCreations

TeknoCreations is a forward-looking developer and manufacturer of consumer related electronics, including products designed specifically for the video game and security industries. The company's focus is on pioneering new ways to enhance the consumers experience with electronic entertainment through fresh technological innovation. As its name implies TeknoCreations is dedicated to creating new, and improving upon current, technology in order to enhance electronic entertainment on every level. Teknocreations' corporate office is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.



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The second charger being covered today, Sanyo's Contactless Charger Set for the Wii Remote Control, has the distinction of being the very first ever officially licensed Wii Remote charger.

Source: Sanyo

Tokyo, July 24, 2008 ---- SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. (SANYO) announces an easy-to-use ‘Contactless Charger Set for the Wii Remote Control’, produced especially for Nintendo Co., Ltd. (Nintendo)’s Wii remote control.
　The Wii remote uses two AA batteries and it is well known to take up many batteries. This new set offers users the convenience of simple charging by placing the Wii remote control into the specialized stand, the only battery and charger made under license from Nintendo, and the capability to sequentially charge 4 controllers from a single AC adapter. The charger also offers a ‘charge failure detection function, ensuring safe recharging. Easy enough for even the youngest or oldest of Wii players, the Wii remote control can be recharged by simply placed in the stand without removing the batteries, the Wii remote jacket, or the back cover.
　SANYO’s battery pack and charger, the ‘Contactless Charger Set for the Wii Remote Control’, will be on sale in Japan starting from August 25, 2008.

Main Features:

1. Adopts special ‘contactless charging method’ allowing easy charging by simply placing the Wii remote control in the charge stand, with the ‘Wii remote control jacket’ on
- After inserting the rechargeable battery pack in the Wii remote control, the battery is recharged without contact
- Will recharge even if inserting the Wii remote control with the silicon jacket on
- Charger can rapidly recharge in 220 minutes, using SANYO’s charge control techniques

2. The only battery and charger for Wii made under license from Nintendo
- Made under license from Nintendo, therefore satisfying the safety and dependability requirements for Nintendo
- Equipped with ‘charge failure detection function’, which detects metal pieces such as coins or clips that might interrupt charging between the Wii remote control battery pack and charging stand and will automatically stop charging if detected
- Easy for anyone of almost any age to use

3. Charging stands can charge up to 4 remotes sequentially with one AC adapter for users who own multiple Wii remotes
- Charge stands enable users to sequentially recharge up to 4 Wii remote controllers with a single AC adapter
- Additional lineup to charger set that includes the charge stand, rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, individually sold charge stands, rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters will be available to meet specific user needs



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For those of you who may be scratching your heads as to how this is all possible, learn more about the simple principles behind inductive charging here: Inductive charging - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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