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Apple speeds up iPhone 16 USB-C charging with 45W upgrade

With the right AC adapter and cable, the iPhone 16 will recharge much faster over USB-C than the iPhone 15, with all 2024 models able to charge at up to 45 Watts.

Five smartphones display various apps and notifications, including messages, a TV show suggestion, an email draft, and a lock screen with the time 9:41 and date September 9.
iPhone 16

During Monday’s “Glowtime” Apple Event, it was revealed that the MagSafe charging of the iPhone 16 range was upgraded to run at 25W. It now seems Apple updated the wired charging capabilities as well.

According to a Weibo post spotted by serial leaker ShrimpApplePro, all of the iPhone 16 models are capable of charging at up to 45W when using a USB-C connection. The charging rate was found in reports from the China Quality Certification Center, discussing the batteries in use.

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