Anker's 3-in-1 Qi2.2 Wireless Charging Station Drops to All-Time Low of $134.99

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Anker's Prime Wireless Charging Station, a three-in-one dock for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, is currently discounted by $95 to $134.99 at Amazon and Anker's own store. The Qi2.2-compatible station supports up to 25W wireless charging for iPhone 16 and later models, and Anker claims it can charge an iPhone 17 Pro from zero to 50 percent in roughly 22 minutes. The charger features a 1.65-inch touchscreen displaying real-time charging status, temperature, and power draw for each connected device. Users can choose from three charging modes — fast, cool, or quiet overnight — and further customize settings through Anker's companion app. The package includes a 65W USB-C power adapter and cable, with a black color option available for $5 more.

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