Will it charge the phone while in an otter box case or does it need to be removed?

You will most likely need to remove it. In limited circumstances very thin cases will still allow the wireless charging signal to reach the charge receiving coil located on the inside of the iPhone case. If the case is not in contact or extremely close to the pad the wireless charging won't activate. From what I remember about the Otterbox I had it needed to be removed to charge it.

• Answered by Jim T from Oakland Park
• Apr. 17, 2020
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