In the ever-evolving dance between convenience and speed, Apple looks set to shake up wireless charging with a rumored MagSafe puck that can juice up to 45W—far beyond the 15W we’ve come to expect over Qi2. According to newly surfaced listings on Taiwan’s National Communications Commission (NCC) website, two Apple-made MagSafe chargers (model numbers A3503 and A3502) have quietly made their appearance, promising support for the upcoming Qi2.2 standard. If true, this would represent a monumental step forward for Apple’s wireless charging ecosystem and suggest that the iPhone 17 launch could bring a much faster way to top up your battery.

Late last week, 91Mobiles spotted entries for two nearly identical MagSafe chargers on Taiwan’s NCC certification portal. Both carry the familiar circular puck design and are labeled to output up to 45W (15V at 3A). The only difference appears to be cable length: one variant (A3502) comes with a 1-meter braided cable, while the other (A3503) sports a 2-meter braided cord for those who like a little extra slack. Neither charger is on sale yet, but their regulatory filings hint at Apple’s plans for hardware that can handle far more power than current MagSafe solutions.

To put this in perspective, today’s iPhone 16 lineup tops out at 25W when you pair it with Apple’s current 30W USB-C power adapter and MagSafe puck setup. On Qi2 (the current Wireless Power Consortium standard), iPhones only hit 15W at best. If Apple’s new pucks really can push 45W through MagSafe, that would allow a dead iPhone to go from 0 to a meaningful charge much faster—potentially cutting charging times by half or more relative to what we’ve seen so far.

What is Qi2.2?

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) introduced Qi2.2 as the next major update to its Qi wireless charging standard, following Qi2.1’s initial embrace of magnetic alignment. Qi2.0 already standardized Apple’s MagSafe-inspired magnetic puck concept under the name Magnetic Power Profile (MPP), so Qi2.2 represents the natural evolution. Once certified, Qi2.2 is expected to unlock wireless power delivery of up to 50W—far eclipsing the 15W that Qi2.1 offers.

Why does that matter to you? Beyond raw power, Qi2.2 focuses on improved magnetic alignment and communication between the charger and the device. Better alignment isn’t just about keeping your iPhone from slipping off the charging pad—it also means less wasted energy and reduced heat generation. When coils are perfectly aligned, more of the power goes straight into your battery instead of dissipating as heat. Qi2.2 fine-tunes this process, which could translate to cooler charging, less energy loss, and potentially a longer lifespan for both the charging puck and your iPhone battery.

Apple isn’t just a passive user of Qi standards; it’s an active WPC member, lending its MagSafe magnetic expertise to the consortium. In fact, Qi2.1 incorporated features that look a lot like Apple’s MPP design. Now, Qi2.2 seems poised to build on that groundwork, and Apple’s forthcoming MagSafe chargers are among the earliest accessories to emerge with official Qi2.2 support.

This collaboration benefits Apple in two ways. First, it ensures that future iPhones will charge faster wirelessly. Second, it helps the entire ecosystem—third-party accessory makers, Android manufacturers, and other Qi licensees—move toward a unified, higher-power wireless charging standard. In other words, when Qi2.2 goes live, you could see Android phones, wireless earbuds, and smartwatches all taking advantage of faster MagSafe-style charging paddles. Apple’s early involvement makes it more likely that any Qi2.2 puck you buy—whether from Apple or another manufacturer—will play nicely with your next iPhone.

Speculation is swirling that these new MagSafe chargers will debut alongside the iPhone 17, which is tentatively slated for a September 2025 launch. Leaks suggest that at least one iPhone 17 model will feature a charging coil and power management circuitry capable of handling up to 45W over MagSafe. If so, you’ll need the new 45W puck to reach peak speeds, but older MagSafe accessories should still work—just at slower rates.

Fast wireless charging isn’t just a gimmick. In real-world use, it could change how—and when—you plug in. Imagine topping up your iPhone from 20% to 80% in roughly the same time it currently takes to hit 50%. Road warriors who rely on on-the-go charging pads would appreciate being able to bust out of a coffee shop with a battery that lasts all day. Plus, faster wireless charging narrows the gap between wired and wireless, making MagSafe a more practical alternative to plugging in with a cable.

It’s worth noting that Apple hasn’t officially confirmed any of this. Regulatory filings often surface a few months before an official announcement, but things can change. Some rumored features may be scaled back or delayed.

At this point, Android phones have been pushing wireless charging speeds north of 50W for a couple of years, albeit often with proprietary chargers that only work with specific phones. For example, certain high-end Samsung Galaxy models can push 15V/3A for 45W wireless charging, but only when matched to Samsung’s own wireless charger. Xiaomi has a 50W wireless adapter as well, but again, it’s closely tied to its flagship hardware.

Apple’s move to 45W over MagSafe may not be the outright fastest in the industry, but it comes with the advantage of broader cross-device compatibility through the Qi2.2 ecosystem. Instead of needing a phone-specific charging puck, you could potentially buy a Qi2.2 MagSafe puck and use it with any Qi2.2-enabled device—phone, earbuds case, or even future wireless accessories from other brands. That universality is a win if you juggle multiple devices.

If Apple’s 45W Qi2.2 MagSafe puck is real, it might only be the beginning. We could see a new lineup of MagSafe-compatible accessories: car mounts with Qi2.2, multi-device charging trays, and even more powerful iPad-like accessories. Apple has effectively built a mini ecosystem around MagSafe—cases, wallets, chargers—that helps maintain its design language and quality control. Faster puck speeds simply bring more use cases under the MagSafe umbrella.

On the industry side, Qi2.2 certification by the WPC is still pending final approval, but Apple’s filings suggest the standard could be official by late summer 2025. That timeline would allow other major phone makers to prepare Qi2.2 products for holiday season releases. If manufacturers from Huawei to OnePlus jump onboard, next year’s wireless charging arms race might be more about energy efficiency and smart power management than maximum wattage alone.

Wireless charging has always balanced convenience against speed. Cable-free top-ups are undeniably neat, but if it takes nearly as long as plugging in, they can feel more like a compromise. Apple’s rumored 45W Qi2.2 MagSafe puck, if legitimate, promises to tilt that equation decidedly toward convenience—shortening charge times, reducing heat, and making MagSafe a truly compelling alternative to traditional wired charging. And thanks to Apple’s hand in crafting Qi2.2, it’s not just a brand-specific tweak; it’s potentially a universal leap forward for any device that adopts the new standard. All eyes will be on Apple’s September event (and the iPhone 17 launch) to see if these faster charging dreams become an official reality.