How to fast charge your iPhone 16: Step-by-step guide
new iPhone 16 models come equipped with larger internal batteries, which under standard conditions can take up to four hours to charge fully using slower charging methods. However, Apple has integrated enhanced fast charging technology, allowing users to power their devices from 0% to 50% in just 30 minutes, and achieve a full charge in roughly two hours—significantly reducing downtime (via 9To5Mac).For the first time, Apple’s latest iPhone series includes a USB-C charging port, enabling faster data transfer and higher charging speeds.
The iPhone 16 supports charging speeds of up to 27 watts when connected to a compatible charger. According to the report, by using a 30-watt power brick, like the compact chargers from Mophie or Apple’s own 35-watt dual charger, users can fully charge their iPhones in about two hours.The USB-C cable that comes with the phone is sufficient to achieve fast charging, but higher-rated chargers can also be used without concern.
Although a charger rated above 30 watts—such as those used for Apple’s MacBooks—will not accelerate the charging speed, it will provide sufficient power, capping at 27 watts for the iPhone.Reportedly, even a 20-watt charger delivers impressive results, trailing just 15 minutes behind the 30-watt options for a complete charge. For many users, this slight difference in time may not be noticeable, especially given the convenience of fast charging.In a first for the iPhone, Apple has also enhanced its MagSafe wireless charging technology to support faster speeds on the iPhone 16 models, added the report.
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