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title: "Slow Versus Fast Charging: How Wireless Power Can Extend the Life of Rechargeable Batteries"
description: If you were asked, “Which is better, fast or slow?” Your immediate answer would likely be fast but fast isn't always better when it comes to battery charging
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# [Slow Versus Fast Charging: How Wireless Power Can Extend the Life of Rechargeable Batteries](https://www.ossia.com/video-blog/slow-versus-fast-charging-how-wireless-power-can-extend-the-life-of-rechargeable-batteries)

 Written by [Marty Feuerstein](https://www.ossia.com/video-blog/author/marty-feuerstein) | May 6, 2020 2:00:00 PM

### Is Faster Always Better?

If you were asked, “Which is better, fast or slow?” Your immediate answer would likely be fast, because this is a fast-paced world (usually) and getting to where we need to go or what we need to receive -- whether we’re taking digital or physical -- faster is typically a priority. We all know the instant gratification urge. 

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