Starbucks Launches Powermat’s Wireless Charging In London Stores

January 21, 2015 | The popular coffee chain Starbucks announced that it will offer Duracell Powermat‘s wireless charging technology in ten of its central London stores. Technology invented by the Israeli company Powermat in 2009, Starbucks customers can ask for a ring at the counter that will help connect their phone to one of the wireless charging spots. The introduction of the technology into London franchises follows positive reviews for the technology in San Francisco branches of the beverage provider, a service that was launched last year in 200 different branches. Powermat, now popularly known as Duracell Powermat for the company’s cooperation with the international battery producer, was founded in 2006 by Ran Poliakin.