The Google Pixel 9 does not feature Qi2 wireless charging This is because it adds a MagSafe-style magnetic ring to the back of the phone, and Google claims that there is not much need for the new standard I didn't really buy that excuse, and my skepticism grew even greater when I learned that Google was selling magnetic wallets for the Pixel 9 in the Google Store

These wallets were spotted by 9to5Google, and I can find at least two options in the Google Store: the first is Case-Mates' $40 “Premium Vegan Leather” magnetic wallet, which holds two to four cards and It can hold two to four cards There is also the $45 Mous Magnetic Card Wallet, which has silicone dots for better grip and holds three cards

Now, one might wonder how these wallets will connect if the Pixel 9 does not have Qi2 The cases essentially add MagSafe-like functionality to the phone, allowing for the use of this type of accessory

These cases are nothing new, and you can get a variety of “MagSafe-compatible” cases for phones as old as the Pixel 5