Intel Corp. announced Wednesday that it has partnered with WiTricity Corp. to create wireless charging solutions.
The announcement comes days after the chipmaker revealed plans to make PCs without cables, according to PC Magazine.
The partnership was formed in order to provide the ability to charge devices without the need for wires. WiTricity will combine its technology with Intel products as part of the licensing agreement.
"At Intel, we have a vision to eliminate all wires from all of our platforms," said Sanjay Vora, vice president and general manager of user experience at Intel. "This agreement is a major step in the right direction, enabling our companies to work together to deliver the next generation of devices that eliminate the need for power cords."
WiTricity unveiled a wireless charger at the 2014 International CES in January in Las Vegas. The charger can power smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices, Boston Business Journal reported.
The company said the charger is the first of its kind. The technology will be available to consumers later this year for $99.
Intel said at Computex that its next-gen Skylake platform will focus on getting rid of PC cables. As part of the platform, the company would use the WiGig standard to develop docking technology capable of connecting to devices within range, PC Magazine reported.
"We have overwhelming feedback from end users that they are frustrated with dealing with all the different wires and power adapters for their devices- phones, tablets, and PCs," Vora said.
Intel demostrated a table equipped with Rezence technology at Computex. The table is capable of wirelessly charging several devices at the same time. Rezence technology will also be used in the Intel's partnership with WiTricity, PC Magazine reported.
"Mobility has become central to all forms of computing, and wireless charging is becoming a necessity, not a luxury," said Alex Gruzen, CEO of WiTricity. "WiTricity is excited about the possibilities created through our agreement with Intel, a leader in mobile computing for both consumers and businesses. We look forward to helping Intel enable the industry to create a new generation of wirelessly powered devices."
