Galaxy S25 Series Supports Qi2 Wireless Charging, But There's a Catch

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is the first to support the Qi2.1 wireless charging standard. However, this upgrade doesn't translate to faster charging speeds yet, and the phones lack built-in magnets for magnetic alignment.

Samsung is selling magnetic cases that enable compatibility with Qi2 and MagSafe accessories, ensuring proper coil alignment. This approach leverages the Qi2 Ready extension, which allows magnets to be on the case instead of the phone itself.

Key Takeaways

  • Galaxy S25 series supports Qi2.1, but not Magnetic Power Profile.
  • No immediate charging speed increase, capped at 15W for now.
  • Samsung offers magnetic cases for Qi2/MagSafe compatibility.
  • Faster wireless charging may require specific accessories.

While the current charging speed is limited to 15W, there's a possibility of faster charging with specialized accessories. This is similar to the iPhone 16 series, which supports up to 25W charging but is listed with a 15W maximum by the WPC. For more details on Samsung's latest flagship, see Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Debuts with Snapdragon 8 Elite and Galaxy AI. The new phones are available for pre-order with significant savings. Check out the Galaxy S25 Ultra Pre-order Deal for more information. You might also be interested in comparing the base model with its competitor, as discussed in Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25+ Debut: AI-Powered Flagships.