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      11-15-2020, 06:29 AM   #1
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iPhone 12 Pro Max wireless charging

I have a 2020 BMW M340 with wireless phone charging. Depending where I place the iPhone 12 Max on the pad the blue indicator light changes to red after a few seconds and the iphone stops charging. If I line the edge of the phone up with the indicator light it works fine but if the phone moves while driving the light changes to red. I have the same problem with my wife's 2019 330i charging pad.
Anyone else experience this?
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I will definitely check...i just got the 12 pro max, and laid it on the charger for a moment just to see if it would fit. I wonder if the MagSafe magnets are screwing with the wireless charger? Got to love technology!

On a side note, i have definitely noticed the Bluetooth and CarPlay connection is MUCH better than on my 11 pro max.
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I will definitely check...i just got the 12 pro max, and laid it on the charger for a moment just to see if it would fit. I wonder if the MagSafe magnets are screwing with the wireless charger? Got to love technology!

On a side note, i have definitely noticed the Bluetooth and CarPlay connection is MUCH better than on my 11 pro max.
Yes, they are.

The iPhone 12 wireless charging hardware has changed and some wireless charger pads are not compatible anymore -search for Qi charger and iPhone 12.
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Apple once again trying to reinvent the wheel with MagFail.
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Is there really a difference in carplay and bluetooth with the new iphone, what's the reasoning behind that, anyone has an idea? Because I was considering getting an 11 pro or 12 mini depending on the price drop in a few weeks?
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I have a 2020 BMW M340 with wireless phone charging. Depending where I place the iPhone 12 Max on the pad the blue indicator light changes to red after a few seconds and the iphone stops charging. If I line the edge of the phone up with the indicator light it works fine but if the phone moves while driving the light changes to red. I have the same problem with my wife's 2019 330i charging pad.
Anyone else experience this?
Just tried my 12 Pro Max with MagSafe clear Apple case in my 2021 G20 330i and no issues either with fit or charging.

I believe iOS 14.2 may help as one fix states 'Devices could be prevented from charging wirelessly'.

Very pleased as was concerned.
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iPhone 12 Mini with a MagSafe silicone case seems to be working fine.
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It does this on my XS Max but when I move the phone slightly the light goes blue.

I need to take it in to be looked at really.

Glad to see the 12 Pro Max fits in the charger as I have mine on order and wondered if it would fit so thanks for the posts.
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