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MagSafe Monday: Clean up your nightstand with the NOCO XGrid XDP3

If you have an iPhone, an Apple Watch, and AirPods, your nightstand and desk are probably a mess of tangled wires. That’s where a good MagSafe dock aims to help. NOCO is known for building rugged power gear, and it aims to bring that same focus to its new XGrid XDP3 3-in-1 MagSafe charging pad, bringing a premium feel right to your nightstand or desk.

MagSafe Monday: Every Monday, Bradley Chambers looks at the latest and greatest in the MagSafe and wireless charging industry to help you get the most out of your Apple devices that support wireless charging.

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Premium metal build and Qi2

The first thing you notice when you pull the NOCO XGrid XDP3 out of the box is the weight. It is crafted from a die-cast metal chassis, making it heavy and incredibly stable when pulling your devices off. Unlike lighter plastic chargers that slide across your desk the second you try to pull your iPhone off, the NOCO XGrid XDP3 pad stays exactly where you put it. In fact, you’ll feel the weight as soon as you hold the box it ships in. One of the nice build features is its indicator light. It lets you see at a glance if your AirPods are perfectly positioned or alerts you if any device is misaligned and not charging.

The NOCO XGrid XDP3 supports Qi2, so it’ll support fast 15-watt wireless/MagSafe charging to your iPhone. You also get a dedicated 5-watt fast charger for your Apple Watch and a 5-watt Qi pad in the middle for your AirPods and AirPods Pro. The NOCO XGrid XDP3 includes a 45-watt USB-C wall charger and a long 6.5-foot USB-C cable. They even throw in swappable global plugs, making it a nice travel companion if you are heading overseas. Considering a lot of vendors are ditching the wall adaptor altogether, it’s a nice bonus. The weight might make them a little rough to pack, but it’s flat, so it can fit anywhere.

Wrap up on the NOCO XGrid XDP3

The NOCO XGrid XDP3 is an outstanding 3-in-1 charging pad. It clears up cable clutter on your nightstand, delivers fast Qi2 charging for iPhone, and has a premium, weighted build that feels like it will last for years. When you factor in the included 45-watt power adapter and international plugs, it is a very easy recommendation for any Apple user looking to organize their charging setup and streamline it.

You can buy the NOCO XGrid XDP3 directly from NOCO or on Amazon.

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Bradley has worked at K-12 independent schools for much of the last 20 years, serving as the head of the information technology department and leading classroom technology integration. He’s well-versed in enterprise Wi-Fi, macOS and iOS system management, school technology, and SaaS tools.