The Wire: Fast Charging Capabilities of Apple's Newest iPhones Unveiled
The Wire Innovations in iPhone 16
According to a recent Chinese certification, all new iPhone 16 models can charge over 50 percent faster through a wired USB-C connection compared to the iPhone 15 series. The latest models support up to 45W of wired fast charging unlike the previous lineup which maxed out at 29W.
Certification Insights
- The certification from the China Quality Certification Centre indicates testing at 5-15 volts and 3 amps.
- This performance enhancement places the new iPhones ahead of the Google Pixel 9’s 27W charging capabilities.
- They now rival the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra in wired charging performance.
Wired vs. Wireless Charging
Although Apple has been known for making less noise about wired charging advances, the 45W capability is impressive. Additionally, the iPhone 16 models offer enhanced wireless charging, achieving up to 25W with MagSafe, an upgrade from the previous 15W.
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