Swippitt Unveils Rapid Phone Charging Hub at CES 2025

The innovative system swaps depleted phone batteries for fully charged ones in seconds but comes with a steep price tag.

Swippitt's charging hub uses a mechanical process to swap out depleted phone batteries for fully charged ones in about two seconds.
The system includes a hub housing five 3,500mAh batteries and custom phone cases compatible with iPhone 14, 15, and 16 models, with plans to support Samsung Galaxy S series by late 2025.
Users can manage charging preferences through a companion app, including setting charge limits to preserve battery health and scheduling charging times.
The hub and five batteries are priced at $450, with individual phone cases costing $120, though early pre-order discounts are available through January.
Swippitt claims the system eliminates the need for traditional charging cables, but concerns remain about its high cost and potential compatibility issues with future phone models.