So running the battery perpendicular to this photo isn't an option?

I'm sorry if I'm not completely familiar with this product: you are to have this battery attached at all times while you're charging, and it just stays in place? (gawd I sound like I'm from a different planet, I apologize -- wireless charging just never has been interesting to me)

Yes, the power icon on the back of the phone cases is a set of magnets designed to ensure rotation and x,y center magnetic lock.