iPhone 17 : Apple looks set to make some serious moves in the world of wireless charging. And if you’ve ever wished your iPhone could charge faster—without needing to plug in a cable—Apple might be about to make that dream come true. Recent filings hint that the company is gearing up to release updated MagSafe chargers that could push wireless charging speeds up to 50W—more than three times faster than what the current MagSafe chargers deliver. While the new chargers will likely look similar to the old ones, it’s what’s inside that could be the biggest game-changer in wireless charging Apple’s ever made.
New MagSafe Models Coming Soon
Two new MagSafe charging pads, marked with the model numbers A3502 and A3503, have recently popped up in Taiwan’s National Communications Commission (NCC) database. These listings were first spotted by 91Mobiles and suggest some subtle changes. For starters, the new pads will feature different cable lengths—A3502 has a one-meter cable, while A3503 comes with a two-meter version.
The real key, though, isn’t the cable length—it’s what’s under the hood. These new models are expected to support the upcoming Qi2.2 wireless charging standard. If you’re wondering what that means, let’s just say it’s something to get excited about. The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) is expected to announce Qi2.2 soon, and it could mark a major leap forward in wireless charging tech.
Qi2.2 and the iPhone 17: A Match Made in MagSafe Heaven
Now, here’s where things get even more interesting: Qi2.2 could change the way we think about charging. This new standard can support charging speeds of up to 50W—an enormous jump from the current 15W limit on the Qi2 standard. Right now, the iPhone 16 series can handle up to 25W wireless charging with a 30W MagSafe charger, but it doesn’t work with the current Qi2.1 standard, let alone the upcoming Qi2.2.
Rumor has it that the iPhone 17 will be the first device to fully support Qi2.2, meaning it will be capable of those impressive 50W charging speeds. In theory, that could make wireless charging as fast as using a cable. Now, that’s something worth looking forward to.
But even if you’re not planning to upgrade to the iPhone 17, there’s still good news for you. The new MagSafe chargers should be backward-compatible with older iPhones, from the iPhone 11 all the way through the iPhone 16. While older models won’t be able to tap into the 50W speeds—thanks to hardware limitations—they’ll still benefit from faster charging and better magnetic alignment, thanks to the improvements with Qi2.2.
What’s Next for Apple?
Although Apple hasn’t officially confirmed anything yet, the appearance of these new MagSafe chargers in the NCC certification process suggests they could be released pretty soon—perhaps alongside the iPhone 17 later this year.
So, if you’re someone who’s tired of waiting forever for your iPhone to charge, the next generation of MagSafe chargers could be a major upgrade. If nothing else, it’s looking like faster, more efficient charging is on the horizon.
