iPhone 17: This will allow for faster charging and, to some extent, better magnetic alignment, particularly for older users. aOnly 15W may be charged using the Qi2 standard with the current Apple MagSafe chargers. 25W wireless charging is also supported by the iPhone 16 series, albeit it is only compatible with Qi2.1.
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 series may soon offer more quickly wireless charging. The company is reportedly creating new MagSafe chargers that will be compatible with the Qi2.2 wireless charging standard. The iPhone 17 series may be able to wirelessly charge up to 50W with these chargers.
What Makes the New MagSafe Chargers Special?
Two new MagSafe chargers (model numbers A3502 and A3503) have been seen on Taiwan’s National Communications Commission (NCC) website, according to 91Mobiles. Both chargers have a look comparable to the current generation of MagSafe chargers. The cable’s length is the only variation. A one-meter braided cable is included with the A3502. The cable of the A3503 is 2 meters braided.
What is the Qi2.2 standard for charging?
The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) will shortly unveil the Qi2.2 wireless charging standard, which these new chargers will adhere to. Chargers will have a 45W output capacity under Qi2.2. The iPhone 17 series can take use of this by offering wireless charging of up to 50W.
Older iPhone users are also enabled.
While the iPhone 17 series will benefit the most from this, devices from the iPhone 11 to iPhone 16 series can also use these chargers. This will also let older users to benefit from both improved magnetic alignment and faster charging. aOnly 15W may be charged using the Qi2 standard with the current generation of Apple MagSafe chargers. 25W wireless charging is additionally supported by the iPhone 16 series, albeit it is just compatible with Qi2.1.
