This tiny new charging pad is perfect for my nightstand
Twelve South has released a new, smaller version of its Valet charging station, which is perfect for small bedside surfaces. The new model reduces the depth from 7.5 to 4.25 inches and retains all the features of the original, including a wireless charging base and interchangeable frames. The Valet is a well-designed gadget that serves a single specific purpose, making it a great option for those who value simplicity and style.
- ▪The new Valet charging station is smaller than the original, with a depth of 4.25 inches.
- ▪The device features a wireless charging base, interchangeable frames, and a USB-C port for charging other devices.
- ▪The Valet uses Qi2 and has magnets for compatible devices, with a total simultaneous output of 35W.
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News Computing Accessories This tiny new charging pad is perfect for my nightstand Twelve South's latest Valet charger has found a home by my bed. By Nathan Ingraham Aug. 6, 2026 2:30 pm EST Nathan Ingraham for Engadget I cannot lie: I am a sucker for a well-designed gadget that serves a single specific purpose, even if competing options have more features. It's the hipster doofus in me. So I often keep an eye on what accessory-maker Twelve South is up to; they have a solid reputation for clever tech-focused tools. The company's Valet charging station caught my eye over the winter as something that could be a home for my phone as well as various things that end up on the nightstand like my watch, ring, AirPods and whatever else might be floating in my pockets.
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