iPhone 17 May Support Qi 2.2, Capable of Up to 50W Wireless Charging

[MacRumors]

Apple appears to be moving to the next-generation Qi 2.2 wireless charging standard, according to regulatory filings on Taiwan's NCC certification website. Qi2.2 is the forthcoming update to the Wireless Power Consortium's (WPC) Qi standard, building on improvements introduced with Qi 2.1.

Spotted by 91mobiles.com, the filings reveal two new MagSafe charger models – A3503 and A3502 – that support the upgraded Qi 2.2 standard. The chargers feature the familiar white puck design with braided cables in 2-meter and 1-meter lengths, respectively.

It's a notable upgrade mainly because of the faster charging speed. Qi 2.2 is technically capable of up to 50W charging output. In contrast, the Qi 2 standard maxes out at 15W (although iPhone 16 models support upgraded MagSafe charging – with a 30W charger, the iPhones can charge at up to 25W). The WPC has since released the Qi 2.1 standard, but no Apple devices officially support it.

Testing documents show the chargers work with devices ranging from the iPhone 16 back to the iPhone 11, indicating the Qi 2.2 pucks will have broad compatibility with existing devices, but charging speeds are going to be limited when using older models. Devices looking to take advantage of the faster charging speeds will need a corresponding advanced charging chip, similar to Samsung's Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC).

In addition to faster charging, Qi 2.2 offers improved magnetic alignment and charging efficiency compared to its predecessor. The standard also features backward compatibility with older Qi chargers.

Apple has not officially announced these new chargers, but their appearance in Taiwan's regulatory databases indicates we're likely to see a public release in the coming months. It also increases the likelihood that the upcoming iPhone 17 models will support the new charging standard – but that doesn't guarantee they will charge at the maximum 50W. Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 17 lineup around September, while the broader industry is expected to launch Qi 2.2-compatible phones, chargers, and accessories later this year.

Article Link: iPhone 17 May Support Qi 2.2, Capable of Up to 50W Wireless Charging

 

[KooL BeAnZ]

This would be a welcome boost.

 

[subjonas]

As inductive charging gets faster, I’m always thinking, how much energy is lost to heat though?
I really wish contact charging, something like the Smart Connector, became the standard. Very efficient, and can also do data.

 

[Kylo83]

The iPhone 16 pro got 25w with a 30w charger and it’s not any faster not even close to usb c speeds

 

[Awsaim]

I extremely doubt this will be real

 

[WarmWinterHat]

I don't get the obsession with fast charging when 95% of charging happens when you're asleep. I guess it's just because I'm not a heavy phone user.

 

[ifxf]

I don't get the obsession with fast charging when 95% of charging happens when you're asleep. I guess it's just because I'm not a heavy phone user.

Most of my phone charging happens in my car. Don’t even bother plugging in my phone when I am sleeping.

 

[fatTribble]

As inductive charging gets faster, I’m always thinking, how much energy is lost to heat though?
I really wish contact charging, something like the Smart Connector, became the standard. Very efficient, and can also do data.

My friend and I go back and forth on this. He’s a huge fan of wireless charging. I never use it. For me I don’t get the advantage of the huge connector versus the tiny usb-c connector. Everyone is different and it’s good to have options.

 

[johannnn]

50W magsafe sounds like A LOT of heat? I dont want to degrade my battery that fast. I prefer using cable, or 7.5W wireless.

 

[fatTribble]

I don't get the obsession with fast charging when 95% of charging happens when you're asleep. I guess it's just because I'm not a heavy phone user.

Same for me. I sometimes charge during the day while on vacation. Fast charging is handy on those days, but it’s not a huge deal for me daily.

 

[MrRom92]

Now THAT is an exciting upgrade. If this is what Apple allows via wireless then they will let us do even more with a wired connection. Really all I want out of the iPhone is a big charging upgrade and 2TB capacity so we are well on our way to my ideal device

 

[Rychiar]

I feel like regular MagSafe on my iPhone 15 pro max has degraded my battery faster than I’ve ever had a battery degrade before

 

[spaxxedout]

Turn the phone over and cook some bacon on it 🥵

 

[WarmWinterHat]

I feel like regular MagSafe on my iPhone 15 pro max has degraded my battery faster than I’ve ever had a battery degrade before

My brother says the same thing, and him and his wife ditched MagSafe when upgrading to the 16. They went back to plugging in.

I've only ever had standard Qi charging, and I only use it at my desk at work.

 

[Alexander_im]

I guess this is a stepping stone towards iPhone XX. Apple will likely ditch all ports in favor of "wraparound" design so the only way to charge will be a fast MagSafe charging.

 

[germanbeer007]

I don't get the obsession with fast charging when 95% of charging happens when you're asleep. I guess it's just because I'm not a heavy phone user.

if you need fast charging while traveling, you'd plug in via usb-c

but if apple is removing usb-c, you'd need some way to fast charge.

 

[WarmWinterHat]

if you need fast charging while traveling, you'd plug in via usb-c

but if apple is removing usb-c, you'd need some way to fast charge.

I travel quite a bit, but still rarely need to charge. I carry a usb-c battery for when I do.

As for Apple removing the charging port...If they do that, then I'm done. No port = no buy.

 

[Volk.JP]

I can’t wait to get my iPhone overheated twice as fast!

 

[mattopotamus]

50W magsafe sounds like A LOT of heat? I dont want to degrade my battery that fast. I prefer using cable, or 7.5W wireless.

Could probably fry an egg on your phone after charging.

 

[ksec]

Support up to 50W, and then said Qi 2.2 is at 45W. So which is it?

With Wireless, the 45W is more like 35W with Cable.

 

[germanbeer007]

I travel quite a bit, but still rarely need to charge.

I'm currently traveling and have used USB-C charging many times for fast charging.

As for Apple removing the charging port...If they do that, then I'm done. No port = no buy.

Free market at work. That's how it should be. Don't like what Apple does? Switch to a new phone. No need to force Apple to do anything, you vote with your wallet. See how that works?

 

[azentropy]

IF it was to happen does anyone think Apple would add it to the 17 Pro AND the 17 at the same time??
Nah....

 

[satchmo]

I travel quite a bit, but still rarely need to charge. I carry a usb-c battery for when I do.

As for Apple removing the charging port...If they do that, then I'm done. No port = no buy.

Any recommendations for a usb-c battery? I'm looking for one for upcoming trip.

 

[WarmWinterHat]

Any recommendations for a usb-c battery? I'm looking for one for upcoming trip.

I did no research and bought a small Anker 10k mAh Powercore with a usb-c and usb-a port. Works fine, light and easy to pack for travel, and pocketable when needing to head to the basement for storm/tornado warnings, which is is a fairly often occurrence here.

 

[antiprotest]

Charge your phone from 0 to 60 in 2 seconds and have it explode in a fiery blaze of glory. 🔥🧑‍🚒🚒