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Android Authority
6 days ago
- Android Authority
The Pixel 10 is probably getting Qi2 25W. I just hope Google doesn't screw it up
Although wireless charging typically isn't the most exciting thing to talk about with a new Android phone, that's due to change very soon. On Wednesday, the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) announced its new Qi 2.2.1 specification, which will be better known going forward as 'Qi2 25W.' As the name suggests, Qi2 25W boosts wireless charging speeds to an impressive 25W — a notable step up from the 15W limit that standard Qi2 is currently capped at. The WPC says that 'major Android smartphones' are set to get Qi2 25W. Combined with our previous reporting that Google is working on Qi 2.2 wireless accessories for the Pixel 10, it's looking extremely likely that the Pixel 10 series will be among the first Android phones to support Qi2 25W. At first glance, that's great news. But there's still a big uncertainty around how Google could implement Qi2 25W into the Pixel 10, and I'm nervous it's something that Google may screw up. Do you think Qi2 25W would be a big deal for the Pixel 10? 0 votes Absolutely! Give me those fast charge speeds. NaN % Yes, but only if the Pixel 10 has built-in magnets. NaN % No, 25W isn't fast enough. NaN % Other (let us know in the comments). NaN % It's all about the magnets Ryan Haines / Android Authority Qi2 25W is an updated version of the initial Qi2 standard that launched in 2023. And when Qi2 was first announced, the big highlight for it was its utilization of magnets for simplified wireless charging, not unlike Apple MagSafe. However, as we would later find out, a Qi2 phone doesn't necessarily have to have magnets built into it to support the standard. We saw this firsthand with the Galaxy S25 series, which technically supports Qi2 charging technology but doesn't have magnets built into the phones themselves. All Galaxy S25 handsets are capable of Qi2's 15W charge speeds, but to use the phones with a magnetic charger, you need a magnetic case. Samsung had its reasons for not building magnets into the S25, but if you ask me, it defeats the main reason to get excited about Qi2 in the first place. And it's this path that I'm worried Google might follow. Nick Fernandez / Android Authority We know that Google is working on magnetic 'Pixelsnap' accessories, including a magnetic charger and a magnetic charging stand. Combined with the phones likely supporting the newer Qi2 25W standard, it's easy to assume that the Pixel 10 lineup will have magnets integrated into their designs, allowing them to work with these accessories right out of the box. But there's another scenario where Google goes the Galaxy S25 route and doesn't build magnets into the Pixel 10 series — thus forcing you to buy a magnetic case if you want to use the phones with any magnetic Qi2 accessories. It may seem silly, but Samsung did precisely this with the Galaxy S25, and so did OnePlus with the OnePlus 13 and its AIRVOOC 50W Magnetic Charger. Google supposedly investing so much in its Pixelsnap accessories makes it more likely that the Pixel 10 will have honest to god magnets built in, but I can't shake this apprehension that Google will follow in Samsung and OnePlus's footsteps. When two other major Android brands have done this, what's stopping Google from doing the same? I hope Google gets this right Joe Maring / Android Authority Maybe my worry isn't justified. Maybe the Pixel 10 series will be announced on August 20 with Android's first proper alternative to MagSafe. I certainly hope so. The alternative outcome of 25W wireless charging without integrated magnets wouldn't be the end of the world. However, if Google is going to be in a position to be one of the first brands with Qi2 25W — and have its own suite of magnetic accessories to boot — restricting that magnetic convenience to a required case would be a real shame. Google has an opportunity to significantly advance wireless charging on Android, and I hope the company does it right. Give me my magnets, Google.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Hans India
Faster Qi2 25W Wireless Charging Set to Power iPhones and Major Android Phones
Wireless charging is about to get a major upgrade for smartphone users. The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has officially launched the Qi2 25W wireless charging standard, confirming that the first devices have already been certified, with 'several hundred' more expected soon. The big news is that the upgraded tech isn't just for iPhones—some 'major Android smartphones' will also adopt it for the first time. Previously, Qi2 wireless charging topped out at 15W, but brands like Anker, Ugreen, and Baseus have already secured early certifications for accessories that tap into the faster 25W capability. While the standard was known by its version number, Qi2.2, the WPC has now confirmed its official name: Qi2 25W. So, which devices will get the boost? The WPC says iPhones will support Qi2 25W, though it hasn't specified exact models. Currently, the iPhone 16 lineup supports 15W Qi2 speeds but achieves 25W through Apple's MagSafe system. Since Qi2's magnetic design builds on MagSafe technology, the iPhone 16 series could be upgraded, while the next-gen iPhone 17 models are likely to support the full standard out of the box. Android users also have reason to be hopeful. According to the WPC, 'major Android smartphones will join the Qi2 ecosystem for the first time with this launch.' So far, the only Android device to fully support Qi2 is the HMD Skyline. Some Samsung flagships, like the Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, are 'Qi2 Ready' but lack the magnetic ring required for full-speed charging without a special case. Whether upcoming Android models will support the complete Qi2 25W standard or stick to Qi2 Ready remains to be seen. The WPC has yet to comment further. 'The momentum building behind the next stage in the evolution of the Qi standard is incredible,' said Fady Mishriki, chair of the WPC's board of directors. 'Consumers will be delighted when they experience Qi2 25W as it delivers nearly 70% more power than the original Qi2. The number of devices in the Qi2 25W certification queue for launch is unprecedented, as is the quality and breadth of our members' product designs.'
Android Authority
6 days ago
- Android Authority
Wireless Android charging is getting a big upgrade with Qi2 25W
Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR The WPC has now formally branded its new high-speed wireless charging system as Qi2 25W. We just saw some of the first 25W-supporting accessories get their certifications. The WPC says that 'major Android smartphones' will be using the standard, but we're still waiting to hear who will be involved. Wireless charging on Android, for lack of a better word, is messy. Even though Android was early to the wireless charging party, Apple has since swooped in to show everyone how to do things with its effortless MagSafe system. Meanwhile, on the Android side of the fence we're often stuck using add-on MagSafe cases or adapters, and while some manufacturers do offer their own high-speed wireless solutions, those tend to be proprietary and awkward to use in their own right. Surely there's a better approach to be made? Today we get a glimmer of hope along that line, as the Wireless Power Consortium shares word of its latest charging standard: Qi2 25W. Formally this is Qi v2.2.1, but as you can probably tell from the chosen branding, the name of the game here is support for 25W charging. Qi initially only supported an insipid 5W. Qi2 bumped that up to a more workable 15W, but we were promised that even faster performance was coming down the pike. Now Qi2 25W is arriving to make good on just that. Perhaps most critically, the WPC says that 'major Android smartphones' are on board for the standard. The group mentions that certification for compatible hardware has already begun, which we knew about after seeing accessories like the UGREEN MagFlow Magnetic Power Bank begin to promote their Qi 2.2 support. But while we've spotted quite a few chargers picking up their certification, what about the actual phones? That's the tricky bit, and really, we're asking two different questions here: When will we see the release of Android phones that support Qi2 25W charging? And will that hardware natively support magnetic attachment, or will Android users once again find themselves shopping for the right cases just to charge their phones? We might start getting some answers sooner than you'd think, as we already reported that Google's working on new 'Pixelsnap' accessories for the upcoming Pixel 10 series. These would be magnetic and support Qi 2.2, so they might be the perfect platform to introduce Qi2 25W support to an Android audience. That said, don't be shocked if we only get a 15W solution. Whether it's from Google and the Pixel 10 series, or any of our other favorite Android manufacturers, we eagerly look forward to trying out Qi2 25W in action for ourselves. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
WPC Ushers in Next Generation of Faster Wireless Charging
First Certified 25W Devices Announced WASHINGTON, July 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technological advancements are enabling the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) to launch a new, faster charging version of its Qi standard – Qi v2.2.1 – which will be branded as Qi2 25W. In addition to Apple iPhone, major Android smartphones will join the Qi2 ecosystem for the first time with this launch. Fourteen devices, receivers, and transmitters completed Qi2 25W certification testing in a limited launch last week. Full-scale certification testing is now open to several hundred devices waiting in the queue to be tested. "The momentum building behind the next stage in the evolution of the Qi standard is incredible," said Fady Mishriki, chair of the WPC's Board of Directors. "Consumers will be delighted when they experience Qi2 25W as it delivers nearly 70% more power than the original Qi2. The number of devices in the Qi2 25W certification queue for launch is unprecedented, as is the quality and breadth of our members' product designs." Faster wireless charging is the number one consumer-requested feature to improve wireless charging satisfaction, according to WPC market research. Qi2 was a big step in addressing consumer interest in faster charging when it was launched in November 2023 with 15 watts of charging power. Prior to Qi2, several smartphone manufacturers had developed their own proprietary fast charging protocols. However, devices using these protocols may lack interoperability and consistent charge times. Qi2 25W is the first standard to enable truly high-speed Qi Certified wireless charging. "When we launched Qi2, besides the immediate improvement in charging speed and energy efficiency, we promised that one of the benefits of Qi2's magnetic power protocol was that it would serve as a stepping stone for even faster and more efficient wireless charging in the future," said Paul Struhsaker, Executive Director of the WPC. "Qi2 25W's remarkably fast and efficient wireless charging will encourage increased penetration of wireless charging usage and accelerate the adoption of the new standard." The WPC introduced Qi2 nearly two years ago to certify a wide range of smartphones to provide enhanced speed, user experience, and convenience. Customers love the magnetic attach experience and the large ecosystem of compatible accessories they can use with their smartphones. Within a year of its introduction, there were over 1.5 billion certified Qi2 devices, transmitters and receivers in the market globally. About the Wireless Power Consortium The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) is the prevailing standards organization for wireless power applications worldwide, representing more than 300 member companies. Since its founding in 2008, the WPC has provided consumers and manufacturers with a vision of wireless power that is convenient, safe, and efficient while ensuring standardized testing offers products that are certificated and interoperable. The Qi standard, with its current Qi2 and Qi2 25W versions, is the global standard for wireless charging of mobile, handheld electronic devices. The WPC is continuously developing new standards for wireless power applications including the Ki Cordless Kitchen standard for kitchen appliances. View source version on Contacts Paul +1 972-854-2616 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Engadget
6 days ago
- Engadget
Qi2 25W wireless charging is coming to iPhones and 'major Android smartphones'
The newest version of the Qi2 wireless standard is coming to iPhones and some Android handsets. It has also received a snappy, new branding of Qi2 25W, denoting the wireless charging speed, which is miles better than the previous name of Qi2.2. The big hook here is right in the name. Qi2 25W provides up to 25 watts of power delivery to compatible products, which is a 66 percent increase over the pre-existing Qi2 platform. Paul Struhsaker, Executive Director of the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) says that "Qi2 25W's remarkably fast and efficient wireless charging will encourage increased penetration of wireless charging usage and accelerate the adoption of the new standard." Newer iPhones already use the Qi2 standard, so the company's forthcoming adoption of Qi2 25W isn't that big of surprise, though it is a welcome bit of news. Most Android phones, however, have never been Qi2-certified, so this is a potentially game-changing event for the platform. Some Android phones could technically integrate Qi2 charging, but it typically required a dedicated magnetic case of some kind. Smartphones are just the latest category to adopt Qi2 25W. Several products, including power banks and chargers, were certified earlier this month. Qi2 25W, back when it was called Qi2.2, was first announced in April. The WPC says there are "several hundred" devices in the queue waiting to be tested and receive official certification. We still don't know which Android phones are in that queue.
