With the upcoming release of the iPhone 16 this fall, Apple is set to introduce several changes. One significant upgrade is a notable improvement in charging speed, addressing the common concern of battery anxiety.
The new charging speeds will surpass those of any previous iPhone model by a substantial margin. However, some Android users might not be as impressed. For example, the OnePlus 12 supports much faster charging speeds, and other Android phones like the Oppo Reno 12 Pro and Xiaomi 14 Pro offer wired fast charging options of up to 120W—three times faster than what Apple might deliver. Motorola’s Edge 40 Pro even reaches 125W. Apple’s speeds will also lag behind Samsung’s Galaxy S24 series, which supports up to 45W charging, though the gap is smaller there.
It’s important to note that while some Android manufacturers include a fast-charging plug in the box, Apple has not included a charging plug for several years. Therefore, if you want to take full advantage of the new 40W charging speed, you’ll need to purchase a new plug. Fortunately, several Mac laptop chargers provide more than enough power for this purpose.
Apple will be pleased to exceed the charging speeds of the Google Pixel 8 series, which supports a maximum of 27W. However, Google may unveil new details about the Pixel 9 phones in August, just ahead of Apple’s release.
Battery sizes in the new iPhone models will affect charging capabilities, particularly for the iPhone 16 Plus. Reports suggest that while the batteries for the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max will increase in size, the iPhone 16 Plus may have a battery smaller than that of the iPhone 15 Plus. A predicted 8.6% reduction in battery size could mean that the iPhone 16 Plus charges faster than the other models.
The larger batteries in the other iPhone 16 variants will still benefit from the faster charging speeds, both wired and wireless.
Additional updates for the iPhone 16 series include new display options for some models, wider use of the tetraprism camera, a new strategy for next-generation processors, advanced camera lenses, more efficient OLED displays, improved thermal design, and an enhanced main camera sensor.
This report focuses on battery life, a key concern for many users. The significant improvement is not just in the battery itself but in the much faster recharging time. The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are expected to support 40W wired charging speeds, according to a report from IT Home and noted by MacRumors. This may also apply to the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus.
Currently, the iPhone 15 series supports wired charging speeds up to 27 watts with a suitable charging plug, allowing for a 50% charge in about 30 minutes. With the new 40W support, this time could potentially be reduced to around 15 minutes, although actual times may vary depending on battery size and other factors. Achieving 50% charge in approximately 20 minutes could be a possibility.
Wireless charging, while convenient, is slower, maxing out at 15W. The report suggests that the new iPhone models may support up to 20W wireless charging.
Expect more updates as the release date for the iPhone 16 series approaches, likely in mid-September.
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