Apple has not yet commented, but it can be assumed that they will offer compatibility with all Qi2 chargers. However, the trouble is that even though companies such as Anker, Belkin, and Mophie have announced Qi2-compatible products, none of these certified items are currently available for purchase. Anker’s new MagGo products enable a charging capacity of 15W, which is equivalent to the maximum charging rate of Apple’s MagSafe-branded gear. There is still no definitive word about whether the iPhone 12 series will support these chargers, but it is expected that they will have compatible hardware but may need their own software updates. Apple recently announced the release candidate version of iOS 17.2, which includes Qi2 compatibility for the iPhone 13 and 14 without detail about the charging rate when used with non-MagSafe hardware. When Anker announced the new MagGo products at the end of August, they did not provide any specifics about model numbers, pricing, or release dates but they said the product lines would consist of a portable Power Bank, Wireless Charging station designs, a 15W-capable pad charger, and a 67W spherical Magnetic Charging Station for desktops with 8-in-1 output.
Third-party charges that are equipped to work with iPhones at the same rate as MagSafe-branded technology is a hope that many had considering the upgrade of the Qi2 spec’s Magnetic Power Profile which includes magnets and authentication from Apple. This would enable fast wireless chargers that are compatible with both iPhones and eventually, Android devices. However, despite inquiries about the fast charging rate and support for the iPhone 12 series, little information has been provided on these matters. Recently, Apple announced Qi2 compatibility for the iPhone 13 and 14 with iOS 17.2, but did not provide details on the charging speed when used with non-MagSafe hardware. Anker’s new MagGo products can support 15W charging, the same rate as MagSafe-branded gear, however, there is no word on whether the iPhone 12 series will support these chargers. Revealed at the end of August, Anker new MagGo products have not provided details on model numbers, pricing, release dates, or if any product will meet their predicted late-2023 launch window.
The increased desire for third-party chargers that are compatible with iPhones has led manufacturers like Anker, Belkin, and Mophie to announce Qi2-compatible hardware. Despite these announcements, no certified products necessary for this compatibility are available yet. Anker’s upcoming MagGo products have capacitated 15W charging, yet it is unclear whether the iPhone 12 series, and particularly the iPhone 13 mini, will be compatible with these chargers. Apple’s new compatibility update for the iPhone 13 and 14 only adds to the mystery of charging speeds when using non-MagSafe hardware. Despite the lack of certified products and a shortage of specifics on products like model numbers, pricing, and release dates, consumers must wait and hope that these third-party chargers will meet their predicted late-2023 launch window.
