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WPC Launches Qi2 25W Standard for Faster Cross-Platform Wireless Charging

Increasing the power ceiling to 25W with MagSafe-style alignment, the new standard paves the way for a surge of certified chargers alongside a growing queue of compatible devices.

A Nomad MagSafe wireless Qi2 charger
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Overview

  • Qi2 25W is the rebranded Qi v2.2.1 specification that doubles wireless charging output from 15W to up to 25W, delivering nearly 70% faster power transfer.
  • Fourteen chargers and power banks have already completed Qi2 25W certification, and the WPC reports several hundred more devices are awaiting testing.
  • The standard embeds Apple’s MagSafe magnetic alignment system industry-wide to ensure secure attachment and optimal charging efficiency.
  • The WPC has confirmed broad iPhone support for Qi2 25W, although it has not specified which existing models will receive compatibility updates.
  • Major Android manufacturers are set to integrate full Qi2 25W capabilities for the first time, but specific device names and rollout schedules remain unannounced.