Hermès $5,150 Charging Case Lacks a Power Adapter
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– Hermès has released a new collection of luxury leather-wrapped wireless charging accessories for Apple devices, over a decade after their initial Apple Watch collaboration.
– The most expensive item is the $5,150 Grand Paddock, a multi-device wireless charger in a gold calfskin case, which is significantly more costly than a base-model 14-inch MacBook Pro.
– The collection’s most affordable option is the $1,250 Paddock Solo charger, which includes a leather-wrapped charging puck and a cable but does not come with a power adapter.
– Mid-range $1,750 options include the Paddock Yoyo, a double-sided charger, and the Paddock Duo, which can charge two devices side-by-side simultaneously.
– All chargers in the collection can be bundled with leather cases for carrying accessories, with the Grand Paddock offering the most storage space.
For those seeking the ultimate fusion of high fashion and modern technology, Hermès has unveiled a new line of leather-wrapped wireless charging accessories for Apple devices. This collection marks the latest chapter in a partnership that began over ten years ago with the iconic Apple Watch. The standout piece is a multi-device charging case crafted from the brand’s signature gold-colored calfskin, carrying a price tag of $5,150. To put that into perspective, that sum is more than triple the starting cost of Apple’s 14-inch MacBook Pro.
The collection’s entry point, though still firmly in the luxury category, is the $1,250 Hermès Paddock Solo charger. This item features a wireless charging puck enveloped in the same fine calfskin and detailed with the brand’s classic saddle stitching. While Hermès does not specify the exact charging speed, it notes that a “minimum 20 W power is required,” suggesting it may support power delivery exceeding 15W. It’s important to note that none of the items in this new collection include a power adapter, though a 3.3-foot USB-C cable is provided with the Solo.
Moving up the price ladder, the $1,750 Paddock Yoyo is a double-sided wireless charger. One side accommodates an Apple Watch, while the other can charge any Qi-compatible device when the charger is flipped over. For the same price, the Paddock Duo offers a side-by-side configuration for charging two devices at once. Each of these chargers can be paired with a coordinating leather case, with sizes and prices increasing accordingly.
The pinnacle of the collection is the $5,150 Grand Paddock. This is the largest case option, designed to house one of the multi-device chargers along with ample space for accessories like cables and, crucially, the separate power adapter you must purchase yourself. While these luxurious cases provide organized storage for your tech essentials, the core functionality remains dependent on acquiring that missing component.
(Source: The Verge)
