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Tom's Guide
3 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Qi2 power banks capable of 25W charging are coming — Ugreen claims 'world's first'
Ugreen has debuted what it is claiming as the "world's first Qi v2.2 certified power bank" that the company says can wirelessly charge devices at speeds up to 25W. That 25W is impressive, as most power banks typically max out at around 15W of power output. The new Ugreen MagFlow Magnetic Power Bank adds 10W and is meant to match the updated MagSafe charger that Apple launched with the iPhone 16 family last year. Ugreen's new power bank features a 10,000 mAh battery, which should be enough to fully charge your device. This power bank features a built-in braided USB-C charging cable that doubles as a lanyard when not in use. The cable isn't retractable but does appear to have a use beyond dangling free. An additional USB-C port can be found on the bottom of the power bank, allowing you to charge two devices simultaneously. It also has a small display to show how much battery is remaining. Beyond announcing the existence of the MagFlow, Ugreen did not provide any pricing or release date news beyond "coming Fall 2025." Currently, the Wireless Power Consortium has not officially finalized the Qi v2.2. standard, which is supposed to push charging speeds up to 50W. Apple and Google have managed to boost charging on Qi2 devices beyond 15W, but the standard remains at this level in general. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Despite that, Qi v2.2 devices appear to be in the works and we've seen MagSafe devices in certification documents recently and testing is being conducted by agencies. While iPhone 16 only supports Qi v2.1 right now, it's expected that iPhone 17s released later this year will have the newer standard. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
National Post
3 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Belkin Achieves Qi2.2 Certification for Its Upcoming Products, Unlocking the Future of 25W Wireless Charging
Article content With Qi2.2 certification, Belkin reinforces its commitment to quality, safety, and performance for the next generation of wireless charging Article content LOS ANGELES — Belkin, a leading consumer electronics brand for over 40 years, today announced it has received official Qi2.2 certification from the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) for its upcoming products. As one of the first accessory brands to deliver Qi2.2-certified devices, Belkin is helping bring the next generation of wireless charging to market – enabling faster wireless charging speeds, broader compatibility, and improved performance for consumers. Article content Belkin's close partnership with the WPC since 2015 has been instrumental in bringing these advancements to consumers. As an early adopter and long-time contributor to WPC standards, Belkin was selected as one of a small group of trusted manufacturers to test and certify Qi2.2 products ahead of the broader industry rollout. Article content All Belkin products undergo rigorous safety, quality, and performance testing. The company's global headquarters includes WPC certified test equipment and state-of-the-art test labs dedicated to full product lifecycle validation – ranging from mechanical and environmental assessments to real-world performance evaluations. Additional testing is conducted in Belkin's engineering hubs in China and Taiwan. Every Qi2.2-certified product is backed by Belkin's industry-leading warranty and customer support. Article content In the coming months, Belkin will roll out several Qi2.2-certified products designed to support a wide range of devices. These chargers will deliver 5x faster charging speeds* while maintaining Belkin's signature commitment to safety, reliability, and design. Article content 'Belkin has a long history of shaping industry standards alongside trusted organizations like the Wireless Power Consortium and USB-IF,' said Brian Van Harlingen, Chief Technology Officer at Belkin. 'Securing first-mover Qi2.2 certification is another proud moment in that legacy – cementing our role in defining what fast and universal wireless charging will look like for the next generation of devices.' Article content Qi2.2 is the latest standard from the WPC, building on the Qi2 magnetic power profile introduced in 2023. It is expected to enable charging speeds up to 25W and expand wireless charging to new device categories. Like its predecessor, Qi2.2 features intelligent magnetic alignment for a safer, more reliable connection, while remaining backward-compatible with older Qi devices. It also includes advanced safety enhancements to protect device batteries and ensure consistent performance. Article content *Based on internal testing, charging delivers up to 25W of power, compared to a 5W Qi charger. Actual results will vary. Article content About Belkin Article content Belkin is a California-based accessories leader delivering award-winning power, protection, productivity, connectivity, and audio products over the last 40 years. Designed and engineered in Southern California and sold in more than 100 countries around the world, Belkin has maintained its steadfast focus on research and development, community, education, sustainability and most importantly, the people it serves. From our humble beginnings in a Southern California garage in 1983, Belkin has become a diverse, global technology company. We remain forever inspired by the planet we live on, and the connection between people and technology. Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Media Contact Article content Article content Article content
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Belkin Achieves Qi2.2 Certification for Its Upcoming Products, Unlocking the Future of 25W Wireless Charging
With Qi2.2 certification, Belkin reinforces its commitment to quality, safety, and performance for the next generation of wireless charging LOS ANGELES, July 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Belkin, a leading consumer electronics brand for over 40 years, today announced it has received official Qi2.2 certification from the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) for its upcoming products. As one of the first accessory brands to deliver Qi2.2-certified devices, Belkin is helping bring the next generation of wireless charging to market – enabling faster wireless charging speeds, broader compatibility, and improved performance for consumers. Belkin's close partnership with the WPC since 2015 has been instrumental in bringing these advancements to consumers. As an early adopter and long-time contributor to WPC standards, Belkin was selected as one of a small group of trusted manufacturers to test and certify Qi2.2 products ahead of the broader industry rollout. All Belkin products undergo rigorous safety, quality, and performance testing. The company's global headquarters includes WPC certified test equipment and state-of-the-art test labs dedicated to full product lifecycle validation – ranging from mechanical and environmental assessments to real-world performance evaluations. Additional testing is conducted in Belkin's engineering hubs in China and Taiwan. Every Qi2.2-certified product is backed by Belkin's industry-leading warranty and customer support. In the coming months, Belkin will roll out several Qi2.2-certified products designed to support a wide range of devices. These chargers will deliver 5x faster charging speeds* while maintaining Belkin's signature commitment to safety, reliability, and design. "Belkin has a long history of shaping industry standards alongside trusted organizations like the Wireless Power Consortium and USB-IF," said Brian Van Harlingen, Chief Technology Officer at Belkin. "Securing first-mover Qi2.2 certification is another proud moment in that legacy – cementing our role in defining what fast and universal wireless charging will look like for the next generation of devices." Qi2.2 is the latest standard from the WPC, building on the Qi2 magnetic power profile introduced in 2023. It is expected to enable charging speeds up to 25W and expand wireless charging to new device categories. Like its predecessor, Qi2.2 features intelligent magnetic alignment for a safer, more reliable connection, while remaining backward-compatible with older Qi devices. It also includes advanced safety enhancements to protect device batteries and ensure consistent performance. *Based on internal testing, charging delivers up to 25W of power, compared to a 5W Qi charger. Actual results will vary. About Belkin Belkin is a California-based accessories leader delivering award-winning power, protection, productivity, connectivity, and audio products over the last 40 years. Designed and engineered in Southern California and sold in more than 100 countries around the world, Belkin has maintained its steadfast focus on research and development, community, education, sustainability and most importantly, the people it serves. From our humble beginnings in a Southern California garage in 1983, Belkin has become a diverse, global technology company. We remain forever inspired by the planet we live on, and the connection between people and technology. View source version on Contacts Media Contact Jen WeiVice President of Global Communications and Corporate Developmentcomms@
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Belkin Achieves Qi2.2 Certification for Its Upcoming Products, Unlocking the Future of 25W Wireless Charging
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Belkin, a leading consumer electronics brand for over 40 years, today announced it has received official Qi2.2 certification from the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) for its upcoming products. As one of the first accessory brands to deliver Qi2.2-certified devices, Belkin is helping bring the next generation of wireless charging to market – enabling faster wireless charging speeds, broader compatibility, and improved performance for consumers. Belkin's close partnership with the WPC since 2015 has been instrumental in bringing these advancements to consumers. As an early adopter and long-time contributor to WPC standards, Belkin was selected as one of a small group of trusted manufacturers to test and certify Qi2.2 products ahead of the broader industry rollout. All Belkin products undergo rigorous safety, quality, and performance testing. The company's global headquarters includes WPC certified test equipment and state-of-the-art test labs dedicated to full product lifecycle validation – ranging from mechanical and environmental assessments to real-world performance evaluations. Additional testing is conducted in Belkin's engineering hubs in China and Taiwan. Every Qi2.2-certified product is backed by Belkin's industry-leading warranty and customer support. In the coming months, Belkin will roll out several Qi2.2-certified products designed to support a wide range of devices. These chargers will deliver 5x faster charging speeds* while maintaining Belkin's signature commitment to safety, reliability, and design. 'Belkin has a long history of shaping industry standards alongside trusted organizations like the Wireless Power Consortium and USB-IF,' said Brian Van Harlingen, Chief Technology Officer at Belkin. 'Securing first-mover Qi2.2 certification is another proud moment in that legacy – cementing our role in defining what fast and universal wireless charging will look like for the next generation of devices.' Qi2.2 is the latest standard from the WPC, building on the Qi2 magnetic power profile introduced in 2023. It is expected to enable charging speeds up to 25W and expand wireless charging to new device categories. Like its predecessor, Qi2.2 features intelligent magnetic alignment for a safer, more reliable connection, while remaining backward-compatible with older Qi devices. It also includes advanced safety enhancements to protect device batteries and ensure consistent performance. *Based on internal testing, charging delivers up to 25W of power, compared to a 5W Qi charger. Actual results will vary. About Belkin Belkin is a California-based accessories leader delivering award-winning power, protection, productivity, connectivity, and audio products over the last 40 years. Designed and engineered in Southern California and sold in more than 100 countries around the world, Belkin has maintained its steadfast focus on research and development, community, education, sustainability and most importantly, the people it serves. From our humble beginnings in a Southern California garage in 1983, Belkin has become a diverse, global technology company. We remain forever inspired by the planet we live on, and the connection between people and technology.
The Verge
3 days ago
- The Verge
Faster Qi2.2 wireless power banks are on the way
Ugreen has announced what it claims is the 'world's first Qi2.2-certified power bank' that can wireless charge devices at speeds of up to 25W. Most wireless chargers in the US currently max out at just 15W of power delivery, but the Ugreen MagFlow Magnetic Power Bank will push that to 25W, matching the speed of the updated MagSafe charger Apple introduced alongside its iPhone 16 lineup last September. The 10,000mAh MagFlow Magnetic Power Bank features a built-in USB-C charging cable that doubles as a lanyard when not in use instead of retracting, an additional USB-C port for charging multiple devices at once, and a small screen showing its remaining capacity. However, because the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has not yet finalized the Qi2.2 standard, Ugreen hasn't provided specific details on when its new power bank will be available aside from a Q3 2025 launch. The company also isn't ready to talk about pricing yet. Companies like Apple and Google have found ways to push the charging speeds of Qi2 devices and chargers well past 15W, but the Qi2.2 standard is expected to increase speeds to as much as 50W. We'll see how that compares to wired charging options once it's actually available, though, as all charging rates tend to go up and down throughout a cycle to protect the device and its battery, and to prevent overheating. Other improvements coming with the Qi2.2 standard include the use of stronger magnets to improve alignment and reliability, power output that can dynamically adjust, and safety features, including better foreign object detection.
