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iOS 11.2 Supports Faster 7.5W Charging on iPhone 8, 8 Plus and X From Qi-Based Wireless Charging Accessories
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anyone tried using usb c 29 watt charger with iphone 6s. I know its not going to benefit much but will benefit ipad. I was looking forward to replace my existing 12 watt charger with 29watt and use for ipad, but will also be used for iphone 6s and airpods. I'm bit worried plugging my tiny airpods to 29 watt though.
It'll work fine but won't draw 29 Watts. The iPhone 6S will draw 12 Watts max. The AirPods will just draw whatever they need but not anymore so won't damage them.
For the iPad, it depends on which model you have. Some can draw 29 Watts. Others will be 12.
Hahahaha. That's comical! Wireless charging was added as a gimmick / extra feature. Not to save the life of the port!
I use a 45 Watt USB-C charger. Cost very little on Amazon (reputable brand) and charges the device noticeably quicker than the 12 Watt Apple charger.
is that graph correct for 7.5W wireless? That line looks more like the standard 5w wireless - I think I read other reports saying wireless is basically on par with the standard 5W charger? 75W should be more around where that light blue line is
I think it was a 7.5W charger but the device was on an older version of iOS 11 at the time of the test so it's only drawing 5W.
It shows the difference between the 12W and 29W chargers though.
For me I charge my phone at night by the bed so just knowing where it is and that I can reach over and get it if I need to in the dark without fumbling with cables etc is the convenience. The slower charging speed doesn’t matter as it will be done by morning. If I need it quicker then there’s a cable there too but the convenience is the perk.
How man cables have you frayed and phones with the charger port get temperamental?
Does anyone know if the samsung qi chargers support the 7.5w mode? Seems hard to find the details about what modes are supported. Was thinking about returning my mophie and getting the samsung stand instead if it supports 7.5w. Think it would be easier than lining it up on the mophie.
Samsung fast charge wireless pads are 15w
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/official-samsung-galaxy-wireless-fast-charger-convertible-black-63094
Yeah, they took absolutely years to just use the tech everyone else is using. My old Nexus 4 had Qi wireless charging 5 years ago, along with the Nexus 7 tablet.
I have a 5S and using an aircharge qi charging case. Wonder if the iOS update makes this charge quicker.
But does that mean it will support the 7.5 (aka is it a set mode like you have with USB-C power modes)? Or does it just have to match/beat whatever the max the phone can support?
This has already been done on different Apple news sites. You can find the results here:
Http://google.com
Good question. My guess is it would but....not sure I'm afraid.
Definitely supports 5w 9w and 15w....so hopefully....
My s7 edge charges in 15w mode as long as I use the orignal Samsung adaptive fast charge adapter
My experience on the Samsung S7 edge 15w QI wireless fast charge charges 0 to getting on for full in about 90 minutes. Standard Samsung cable fast charge 0 to full in about an hour.
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I find this a little confusing and am searching for the definitive answer.
If the Qi pad can support 10w and above - will it actually just charge at the max the phone can take (7.5W) even though it doesn't specifically say 'this pad is compatible with 7.5w)
Also - this depends on the mains charger. So please correct me if these statements are wrong..
1) The stock phone plug is 5W so a QI charger will be no quicker (if not a little slower)
2) Apple 10w or 12w plug from iPads - This will charge at the max the phone can take via QI - so a 10W charger will allow the Qi pad to charge at 7.5W.
3) The 29W Apple chargers will juice up the phone much faster only with USB-C to lighting connection.
Am I right with all of this?
You are completely correct.
Here is the setup I'm running:
Wireless Charging:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B017VXARME/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01KJL4XNY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Fast USB-C Charging:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B073VHVJ85/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/product/MK0X2ZM/A/usb-c-to-lightning-cable-1-m
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Yeah I prefer faster corded charging to. The only advantage I see with wireless charging is the been able to just lay the iPhone down to charge, without needing to connect a cord to the iPhone.
Other than that, they are disadvantages with wireless charging:
- Potentially slower than the included iPhone charger (if you don't have a wireless charger that supports 7.5W fast wireless charging).
- You can't use the iPhone while it's laying down wirelessly charging, whereas you can when charging with a cord.
Tbh if 7.5w is in the Qi standard then any 7.5w or above pad should support it with the rated adapter
Also does the method (inc. additional heat) have any adverse effects to the life of the battery? Genuine question.
The best part about that Samsung advert is when they're attempting to show how annoying cables are and how "good" the wireless charger is.
In the film the iPhone user can use his phone whilst it's charging but the Galaxy user can't as it's stuck on the wireless pad.
I don't know what they were thinking..
In the film the iPhone user can use his phone whilst it's charging but the Galaxy user can't as it's stuck on the wireless pad.
I don't know what they were thinking..
Yeah... I'm usually on-board with new features from Apple. But this is making little sense to me. Extra cost, extra charging time, little benefit. Not really wireless.