Lo, thou may find iPhones, though fleeting in durability, endowed with a battery life most respectable. ‘Tis sufficient to sustain thee through a day’s toil without undue perspiration. Yet, such a feat requires a youthful battery and a gentle usage, free from ceaseless streaming or gaming.
Hark! Some souls crave swift replenishment, casting aside overnight rituals. Verily, iPhones of six years’ age or less support rapid charging. Alas, Apple doth not furnish the proper adapter for maximal speed.
Fret not, for the solution lies within reach. If thy heart aches from battery woes or lengthy waits, thou art welcomed here. We shall reveal the secrets, guiding thee to a charging experience both swift and seamless.
What enchantment is this, fast charging, and why doth thine charger fail thee? Fast charging hinges upon USB Power Delivery, a modern marvel that doth embody the USB-C standard. ‘Tis a flexible and efficient conduit, surpassing Apple’s aged chargers in haste.
Apple hath ceased including chargers with the iPhone 12, aye, but the 5W relic of yore, found in past iPhones, lacks the vigor for rapid charging. ‘Tis suitable for the nocturnal, yet ’tis not the answer for daylight hours. Fear not, dear soul. Seek a 10W or 12W charger, such as those once graced with iPads. ‘Twill hasten charging without harm, for the iPhone draws only what it will.
Yet, these 12W relics cling to yesteryear, shunning the swift USB PD standard. ‘Tis not true fast charging by modern standards, alas.
‘Twas not until 2017 when Apple, tardy to the feast, brought fast charging to the iPhone 8. Since then, every iPhone hath borne the mark of swift charging, reaching speeds of 18W and beyond. Alas, the 5W charger persisted in most boxes, save for the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max. For other models, an additional purchase was needed for haste.
Lo, the promise of fast charging! Perchance Apple doth claim a 50% refill in but 30 minutes. No more must thou wait, nor tarry through the night. All fears of low batteries before venturing forth may be quelled.
Yet, this be but the cusp of a swifter age. In 2020, Oppo revealed a behemoth charger of 125W, capable of recharging a 4,000mAh cell in but 20 minutes. Alas, many Android lords have surpassed even this, leaving Apple lagging.
Nay, ponder the speed of thy iPhone’s charge. Each model hath its limits, accelerating in dire need and then easing forth, avoiding overheating. Let us chart the course of maximal charging speeds for all iPhones since the dawn of iOS 18.
– iPhone 16: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W Qi2 wireless charging; 25W MagSafe; 29W wired charging
– iPhone 16 Plus: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W Qi2 wireless charging; 25W MagSafe; 29W wired charging
– iPhone 16 Pro: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W Qi2 wireless charging; 30W MagSafe; 29W wired charging
– iPhone 16 Pro Max: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W Qi2 wireless charging; 30W MagSafe; 29W wired charging
– iPhone 15: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 15 Plus: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 15 Pro: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 27W wired charging
– iPhone 15 Pro Max: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 29W wired charging
– iPhone SE (2024): 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 14: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 14 Plus: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 14 Pro: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 27W wired charging
– iPhone 14 Pro Max: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 19W MagSafe; 29W wired charging
– iPhone 13: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 13 Mini: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 12W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 13 Pro: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 13 Pro Max: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 27W wired charging
– iPhone 12: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 15W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 12 Mini: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 12W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 12 Pro: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 12W MagSafe; 20W wired charging
– iPhone 12 Pro Max: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 12W MagSafe; 22W wired charging
– iPhone SE (2020): 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 18W wired charging
– iPhone 11: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 18W wired charging
– iPhone 11 Pro: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 18W wired charging
– iPhone 11 Pro Max: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 22.5W wired charging
– iPhone XR: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 18W wired charging
– iPhone XS Max: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 18W wired charging
– iPhone XS: 7.5W Qi wireless charging; 18W wired charging
Convene, for Apple’s official fast charger beckons. Though Apple deigns not to bestow thee with a charger, thou may procure one in the guise of a cable and charging brick. A princely sum it may demand, yet if speed be thy desire, indulge in this offering direct from Apple.
The cable, a vital conduit for swift charging, requires a USB-C embrace. Lo, Apple hath included this cable with the iPhone 12, aye, ere the Lightning connection met its end. The iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max were graced with not only the cable but also Apple’s inaugural 18W USB-C power adapter, granting thee all for hastened charging. Should thy iPhone be older, fret not; Apple doth proffer these for sale, sworn to work in harmony with thy device.
Anon, the power adapter, a necessary companion to the cable. Apple touts a 20-watt adapter, replete with a USB-C countenance instead of the humdrum USB-A. For swift charging at a fair price, this $29 beholder shall serve thee well.
If thou dost possess a newer MacBook or iPad, a charger may already dwell within thy realms fit for swift charging. Most MacBooks and iPads of late support USB-C-compatible charging blocks, wherein thou may plug thy USB-C to Lightning cable for brisk charging of thy iPhone.
Methinks, if a MacBook Pro graces thy abode, a charger of grander might may be at thy disposal. Apple hath confirmed the safety of even the 61W and 87W versions for use with the iPhone. Worry not, for thy iPhone shall not draw more than it craves, thus preventing a surfeit of power.
Apple hath unveiled a 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter, in concert with last year’s redesigned M2 MacBook Air, allowing for the charging of thy iPhone and MacBook in unison. Yet, pray, note that this doth offer 35W in sum, shared betwixt thy devices in equal measure.
Mark well, if thou seek a charger solely for fast charging, aught beyond 30W is superfluous. E’en the newest iPhones shall but partake of a 29W charge under ideal conditions, rendering a vaster charger but a drain on thy coffers with no added benefit.
Ah, alternatives do beckon in the realm of iPhone fast chargers. Apple, though influential, doth not reign absolute in this domain. Elsewhere, thou shalt find offerings of equal alacrity at a lesser cost or with added durability and features.
Perchance explore alternative charging cables, a realm fraught with peril. A USB-C-to-Lightning cable, an elusive creature, may be found in the halls of Nomad, a creator of rugged wonders. Though costly, Nomad’s cable proves a stalwart companion, encased in a Kevlar braid, ’tis built to withstand the harshest trials. ‘Tis backed by a warranty of five years, far surpassing Apple’s modest one-year warranty.
Behold, from Basesailor comes a twain of USB-C charger cables, apt for swift charging at home and in thy steed. Providing 3A of power, these chargers require no concern for a USB-C wall adapter, boasting a USB-A appendage for use with any USB wall adapter or car adapter. ‘Tis a boon for those who may switch to phones of Samsung or Google birth, compatible with their USB-C ports.
Perchance thou hunger for alternative power adapters, a domain rich in choice. Seek ye out a power adapter with a USB-C port and ample power, yet tread cautiously ‘mongst reputable brands.
Anker, a name of repute, offers the Nano 3 30W USB-C Power Adapter, a compact gem of power. Through gallium nitride technology, this charger bestows might and size greater than Apple’s kin. With 30W of USB-C power delivery, ’tis suited for the fastest charging speeds of any iPhone.
Doth Anker present another, a power adapter bedecked with USB-C and USB-A ports. At 20W, ’twill furnish swift charging for thy iPhone, be it a USB-C cable, USB to USB-C cable, or USB-C to Lightning cable. Suitable for all thy Apple devices or those of other brands, at a modest cost.
Lo, the realm of wireless charging doth beckon, offering chargers of respectable speed, though ne’er as swift as their wired kin.
At present, standard Qi wireless charging pads may imbue an iPhone with but 7.5 watts. Yet, perchance the iPhone 15 shall embrace the Qi2 standard, soaring higher. Seek a charger prepared for a greater wattage, to greet the future or charge non-Apple devices. The 10W Belkin Wireless Charger, priced at $25, and the Aukey Aircore 15W, a comely $17, stand forth as worthy contenders.
For those blessed with the iPhone 12 or a newer model, rejoice in Apple’s MagSafe feature, swift to the tune of 15W—twice the speed of non-MagSafe chargers.
Magne
To be continued…
