Wireless Charging Set for Major Speed Boost

Rapid summary:

• The Qi wireless charging standard, active since 2010, has evolved from a 5W power transfer to a widespread 15W offering.
• Qi2 introduced magnetic connections in 2023, enhancing alignment for better wireless charging.
• Qi2.2, officially standardized in April 2025, introduces faster charging speeds at up to 25W while retaining magnetic functionality.
• Apple’s iPhone models support wireless charging of up to 25W with their MagSafe system and a compatible adapter; other smartphone manufacturers have limited adoption of Qi2 standards.
• Current third-party chargers supporting Qi2.2 include products from UGREEN,Anker Prime Wireless Charger,AUKEY Wireless Charger,and others-most have expected releases later this year or beyond.

Image: A man placing a phone on a wireless charger (Credit: Andrey_Popov / Shutterstock).

Indian Opinion Analysis:
The advancements in the Qi wireless charging ecosystem are indicative of global technological progression toward seamless and efficient consumer electronics usage.However, the impact on India remains indirect for now due to the niche market penetration of MagSafe-compatible devices and limited availability across Android smartphones supporting newer standards like Qi2 or above.

India’s smartphone market largely thrives on budget-amiable options produced by local brands or imported from Chinese manufacturers that prioritize cost-effective technology over sophisticated features like advanced magnetic-based wireless systems seen in iPhones under Apple’s umbrella.

If these higher-speed standards find broader adoption among Android brands affordable within the Indian market-thus aligning price-to-value expectations enhanced usability across mid-range release brackets front-facing implications bridging gaps feasible-cli