Glossary

Get ready for the efficient charging technology from ALLDOCK. With Alldock-IQ™ you are on the cutting edge of charging technology.

Not only is your ALLDOCK lightning fast, but it's also compatible with fast charging protocols from Qualcomm, Apple, Samsung and more. You'll be able to charge your phones, tablets, laptops and other devices at the fastest speeds and protect them exceptionally well, too.

Inside every ALLDOCK, a charger works with our universal high-speed charging technology. Alldock-IQ™ combines different technologies in a smart way. In addition to a fast charging result, you also have overvoltage protection, overheating protection and an integrated power supply circuit.

A charger is the name for a plug-in power supply with one or more enclosed USB sockets into which the associated USB cable fits. ALLDOCK USB Chargers are available with 4 or 6 ports and they combine several important features. They are specially designed for ALLDOCK charging stations and have USB-A and USB-C ports depending on the model.

Built into the ALLDOCK, click adapters, click ports or other charging cables can be plugged into existing ports.

The patented ALLDOCK Click adapter is supplied with a charging cable and simplifies the docking of your smartphone or tablet to the charging station. Since the cable head is fixed in the adapter, you can dock your devices to the ALLDOCK charging stations with one hand.

The Click adapter was developed especially for ALLDOCK charging stations. It solves two problems: the cable search and the cumbersome connecting of the charging cable to the device. Each ALLDOCK charging station already comes with one Click adapter with Lightning cable and one Click adapter with USB-C charging cable.

When ordering an additional Click adapter, the following two things need to be considered. 1. do I need a Lightning or a USB-C port? and 2. which port is still free in my charger?

The ClickPort was specially developed for ALLDOCK charging stations. It solves two problems: the cable search and the charging of oversized devices. Until now, a charging cable could be connected directly to the ALLDOCK's internal charger and plugged through an opening in the lid to charge SLR cameras, controllers or other devices.

The disadvantage was that the USB cables had to be replaced depending on the device, for which the lid of the ALLDOCK had to be opened again. The ClickPort remedies this by simply latching the USB port on top. This allows you to quickly change the charging cable without having to open the ALLDOCK.

ClickPorts are available in the USB-A and also in the USB-C connection version.

By docking bars we mean the elongated recesses in the lids of our charging stations. These not only have passages for click adapters, cables and mounts. They also provide additional stability when mobile devices are docked.

FSC® stands for "Forest Stewardship Council®" and is an international certification system for more sustainable forest management.

Our charging stations in wood variants contain solid bamboo or walnut wood. These are FSC certified and thus the wood comes from forests that are managed more responsibly.

The Lightning connector is an interface from Apple that is exclusively used by its own devices. This connector was introduced in September 2012 and has since replaced the previous 30-pin connector.

For ALLDOCK charging stations, we also use Lightning connectors to charge Apple devices. They come in two variants, depending on the free connector socket of the charger.

• USB-C to Lightning
• USB-A to Lightning

The ALLDOCK Magnetic Wireless Mount was specially developed for ALLDOCK charging stations. The set includes the ABS mount for the charging station and the ALLDOCK Magnetic Wireless Charger with MagSafe function.

This allows all ALLDOCK charging stations to be equipped with the latest Apple charging standard - even older ALLDOCK models. The strong magnets dock to your iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro and provide faster wireless charging with up to 15W.

MagSafe is a magnetic technology from Apple that has been integrated into new iPhone models. Originally, MagSafe was developed to provide security for MacBook charging cables. The perfectly aligned magnets dock onto your iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro for faster wireless charging at up to 15W.

As an addon for our charging stations we have developed the ALLDOCK Magnetic Wireless Mount Set. The set includes the ABS mount for the charging station and the ALLDOCK Magnetic Wireless Charger with MagSafe function.

This allows all ALLDOCK charging stations to be equipped with the latest Apple charging standard - even older ALLDOCK models.

From the very beginning of ALLDOCK, we wanted to create a central charging station for all mobile devices. Therefore, we designed mounts for the Apple AirPods, Apple Watches and Fitbit Watches. Mounts are specially designed holders for the aforementioned wearables. The original charging cables of the devices can be placed in these mounts and then mounted on the ALLDOCK.

Mounts are available for the following devices

• Apple Watch Series 7 / SE / 6 / 5 / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1 (38mm, 40mm, 42mm)
• Apple AirPods 1st generation / 2nd generation
• Fitbit Charge 2 and Fitbit Alta

ALLDOCK charging stations have several ports or so-called connectors that can be used to charge suitable mobile devices. The ports must be connected to the mobile device with a charging cable or a click adapter. Depending on the model, several ports are already pre-assigned, but can be reconnected and expanded at any time. ALLDOCK chargers have USB-A and USB-C ports. Detailed information on the number and assignment can be found on the respective article pages.

• The Classic series has 2 occupied and 2 free USB ports.
• The Wireless series has 3 occupied and 1 free USB ports
• The Classic Family series has 2 occupied and 4 free USB ports
• The Wireless Family Series has 4 occupied and 2 free USB ports

Qi (pronounced "chi") stands for life energy or life force in the Chinese language. In connection with charging technology, Qi stands as the world's leading standard for inductive charging with a power of up to 15 W.

Not sure if your smartphone supports inductive charging with the Qi standard? Check the user manual of your smartphone again.

Our ALLDOCK Wireless and ALLDOCK Wireless Family series offer the possibility to charge suitable electronic mobile devices also wirelessly. The Wireless series has a flat charging surface in the front area. There you only need to place your device centrally on it, and the charging process begins. The Wireless Family Series has two wireless charging surfaces.

So-called wireless charging pads are mounted underneath these charging surfaces. These are designed according to the industry standard for wireless charging (Qi). This means that our charging pads for wireless charging are compatible with all mobile devices that have the Qi charging function.

At ALLDOCK, we call the lower part of the device the shell. This is available in white and black ABS plastic and also in bamboo or walnut wood. The ALLDOCK IQ charger is built into it and all cables are also hidden here. To change cables or plug in new ones, simply remove the lid/top.

ALLDOCK has a special soft-touch surface treatment that is particularly refined and elegant. This treatment increases the aesthetic value of ALLDOCK.

The Soft-Touch treatment is applied to the surfaces in ABS plastic and feels soft and pleasant. It thus represents another detail of elegance and exclusivity, ensuring a perfect complement to our loading system in different living areas and interior styles.

The world's unique solution to extend the USB ports of your charger. The ALLDOCK USB split cables have been specially designed. A special chip ensures that even 2 Apple devices can be charged simultaneously - unique in the world.

Moreover, they are a perfect extension of your Alldock charging station. All USB ports of your ALLDOCK charging station are occupied, but you still want to connect one or two more devices? The USB split cables from ALLDOCK offer you the unique possibility to connect more devices to the charging stations than actually intended.

Lid or top refers to the upper part of the ALLDOCK. The lid functions as a shelf or docking option for mobile devices. The recesses (docking rails) give the devices additional support during the charging process and, depending on the model, there are several slots for mounting click adapters or as a cable aperture.

Our ALLDOCK Wireless and ALLDOCK Wireless Family series offer the possibility to charge suitable electronic mobile devices also wirelessly. The Wireless series has a flat wireless charging spot in the front area. There you only need to place your device centrally on it, and the charging process begins. The Wireless Family Series has two wireless charging spots.

So-called wireless charging pads are mounted underneath these charging surfaces. These are designed according to the industry standard for wireless charging (Qi). This means that our charging pads for wireless charging are compatible with all mobile devices that have the Qi charging function.

A USB charger is the name for a plug-in power supply with one or more enclosed USB sockets into which the associated USB cable fits. ALLDOCK USB chargers are available with 4 or 6 ports and they combine several important features. They are specially designed for ALLDOCK charging stations and have USB-A and USB-C ports depending on the model.

Built into the ALLDOCK, click adapters, click ports or other charging cables can be plugged into existing ports.

The Universal Serial Bus interface, better known by the abbreviation USB, was introduced in 1996 to put an end to the cable chaos of the time.

USB Type-A is the most widely used UBS type. There is also a distinction between USB-A Male (connector) and USB-A Female (port). Our chargers have USB-A and USB-C Female connectors. They can be used with corresponding USB Male plugs depending on their use.

The Universal Serial Bus interface, better known by the abbreviation USB, was introduced in 1996 to put an end to the cable chaos of the time.

USB Type-C was introduced in 2014, but has only established itself as a new standard in the last few years. You can find the interface on almost all new Android smartphones, tablets and laptops. There is also a distinction between USB-C Male (connector) and USB-C Female (port). Our chargers have USB-A and USB-C Female connectors. They can be used with corresponding USB Male plugs depending on their use.