Abstract: Methods and apparatus for wireless transmission and reception of power in a wireless power network are disclosed. The wireless power network comprises a wireless power transmitter configured to transmit RF power to at least one wireless power receiver. A method of transmitting power in a wireless power network is disclosed, wherein the wireless power network comprises a wireless power transmitter in bidirectional communication with at least one wireless power receiver. A wireless power transmitter capable of transmitting power to at least one wireless power receiver is also disclosed. In some embodiments, the wireless power transmitter comprises an application processor operably coupled to a plurality of wireless power transmitter channels. A wireless power receiver is also disclosed. The wireless power receiver may be configured to convert an RF power signal to direct current (DC).