iPhone 15 Rumored to Feature Up to 35W Charging Speeds and USB-C Connector Transition

The imminent arrival of the iPhone 15 brings with it a significant alteration – the anticipated shift from the Lightning connector to USB-C. Reports have previously indicated that some of the upcoming models will facilitate swifter charging capabilities, a notion now further substantiated by additional sources. According to insiders familiar with the matter, there are rumors circulating that the iPhone 15 will have the capacity to accommodate charging speeds of up to 35 watts.

iPhone 15 Series Fast Charging Capabilities

Insiders have informed 9to5Mac that certain iterations of the forthcoming iPhone 15 will be capable of being charged at a rate of 35 watts, leading to even faster charging rates for these new smartphones. Currently, the iPhone 14 Pro’s charging rate is capped at 27 watts, while the standard iPhone 14 is limited to 20 watts. Replenishing an iPhone 14 Pro Max to full capacity at these existing speeds takes approximately two hours.

Apple introduced a new 35W Dual USB-C charger last year, tailored to efficiently charge all existing iPhone models. If these rumors do turn out to be true, the iPhone 15 would be given the ability to fully tap into the 35W provided by this specific charger whenever it’s not linked to another device, adding a touch of technological empowerment to the experience. Apple also markets a 30W USB-C charger, initially intended for the MacBook Air but also functional with iPhones and iPads.

By way of comparison, Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Ultra can be recharged at up to 45 watts, enabling users to take the battery from 0% to 100% within an hour. While the new iPhones might take slightly longer to charge at 35 watts, it still signifies a commendable enhancement over the iPhone 14.

One aspect yet to be clarified is whether the 35W charging capacity will be exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro models or whether it will extend to the entire iPhone 15 lineup. Earlier this week, a report emerged indicating that certain new iPhones could potentially support Thunderbolt via the USB-C port. In March, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also stated that the iPhone 15 would indeed support accelerated charging speeds through USB-C, albeit restricted to certified cables.