For years, the promise of a single, elegant charging station for your entire mobile ecosystem has been hampered by one significant limitation: smartwatch compatibility. While 3-in-1 docks have proliferated, they've overwhelmingly catered exclusively to Apple Watch users, leaving owners of Samsung Galaxy Watches or Google Pixel Watches searching for piecemeal solutions. At CES 2026, Belkin unveiled a product aiming to solve this very problem. The new UltraCharge Modular Charging Dock is a Qi2-compatible stand that finally extends its welcome to the broader smartwatch market through a clever, user-supplied puck system, challenging the industry's long-standing focus on a single platform.
Product: Belkin UltraCharge Modular Charging Dock Announcement Date: CES 2026 Expected Launch: Q1 2026 (Select Markets) Price: USD 64.99 Key Feature: Modular tray supports user-supplied charging pucks for Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch, and Google Pixel Watch (1st & 2nd Gen). Charging Specs:
- Phone Pad: Adjustable 25W Qi2.2
- Earbuds Pad: Fixed wireless charging pad
- Watch Power: 10W USB-C port for user's puck
- Adapter: Included 45W USB-C power adapter Design: Cable management, foldable phone pad, pop-out watch tray.
A Modular Solution for a Fragmented Market
The core innovation of Belkin's UltraCharge Modular Charging Dock is its pop-out smartwatch charging tray. Unlike fixed, proprietary cradles, this dock is designed to accommodate the user's own charging puck. Belkin includes a collection of spacers and inserts to ensure a secure fit for pucks from Apple, Samsung, and first- or second-generation Google Pixel Watches. This modular approach directly addresses the fragmentation in the smartwatch charging standard, allowing a single dock to serve multiple ecosystems. The smartwatch charger cable is routed internally, emerging at the base for a clean, cable-managed look that belies its flexible nature.
Powerful and Versatile Charging Specifications
Beyond its smartwatch versatility, the dock is a capable multi-device charger. The primary pad is an adjustable 25W Qi2.2 magnetic charger, compatible with the latest smartphones like the Google Pixel 10 series and, with a case, a wider range of Android devices. This pad can be angled for use as a stand or folded flat for travel. Beneath it sits a dedicated, fixed pad for wireless earbuds. Power is supplied by an included 45W USB-C adapter, which connects to the dock's base. A second 10W USB-C port on the underside is dedicated to powering the user-supplied smartwatch puck, with built-in storage for the puck's cable.
Competitive Positioning and Availability
Priced at USD 64.99, the UltraCharge Modular Charging Dock positions itself as a competitively priced, versatile alternative. It undercuts options like the USD 80 Kuxiu X40 Turbo, which, while more compact for travel, remains Apple Watch-only. Belkin has announced that the dock is expected to launch in "select markets" within the first quarter of 2026. Alongside this dock, Belkin also introduced the UltraCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Magnetic Ring, a USD 99.99 power bank featuring a 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging ring that doesn't interfere with magnetic accessories like PopSockets, slated for the same launch window.
Comparison with Kuxiu X40 Turbo:
| Feature | Belkin UltraCharge Modular Dock | Kuxiu X40 Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | USD 64.99 | USD 80 |
| Key Advantage | Supports multiple smartwatch brands (Apple, Samsung, Google) | More compact, foldable design for travel |
| Smartwatch Support | Modular (bring your own puck) | Apple Watch only |
| Phone Charging | 25W Qi2.2 | (Spec not detailed in source) |
Filling a Gap in the Wear OS Ecosystem
The announcement is particularly significant for the Wear OS ecosystem, which has lacked premium, integrated charging solutions comparable to those available for Apple users. For owners of Samsung Galaxy Watches or older Pixel Watches, the Belkin dock offers a path to a unified, clutter-free charging experience for their phone, watch, and earbuds. It acknowledges the growing market share and user demand for Android-based wearables, providing a tangible solution where most accessory makers have seen only a niche.
Related Belkin Announcement: Product: Belkin UltraCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Magnetic Ring Expected Launch: Q1 2026 Price: USD 99.99 Features: 10,000mAh capacity, 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging ring, 30W USB-C wired charging, can charge wirelessly and via cable simultaneously. Magnetic ring allows attachment of phone grips/wallets without blocking wireless charging.
A Step Towards Universal Accessory Design
Belkin's UltraCharge Modular Charging Dock represents a pragmatic and user-centric shift in accessory design. By decoupling the dock from a specific smartwatch charger, it future-proofs the product to some degree and respects the consumer's existing investment in their wearable's ecosystem. While it requires the user to provide their own puck—a minor inconvenience for the versatility gained—it successfully breaks the Apple Watch monopoly on premium multi-device chargers. As the lines between mobile platforms continue to blur in everyday use, such flexible, inclusive designs are likely to become increasingly vital for accessory manufacturers aiming to serve the entire market.