How to Enable Wireless Charging on iPhone

Which iPhones Support Wireless Charging.

The following iPhones can be charged both wired and wirelessly:

• iPhone 8;
• iPhone 8 Plus;
• iPhone X;
• iPhone XR;
• iPhone XS;
• iPhone XS Max;
• iPhone 11;
• iPhone 11 Pro;
• iPhone 11 Pro Max;
• iPhone SE (2nd generation);
• iPhone SE (3rd generation);
• iPhone 12;
• iPhone 12 mini;
• iPhone 12 Pro;
• iPhone 12 Pro Max;
• iPhone 13;
• iPhone 13 mini;
• iPhone 13 Pro;
• iPhone 13 Pro Max;
• iPhone 14;
• iPhone 14 Plus;
• iPhone 14 Pro;
• iPhone 14 Pro Max;
• iPhone 15;
• iPhone 15 Plus;
• iPhone 15 Pro;
• iPhone 15 Pro Max;
• iPhone 16;
• iPhone 16 Plus;
• iPhone 16 Pro;
• iPhone 16 Pro Max.

How to Charge Wirelessly on an iPhone

Source: Apple / Wireless iPhone Charging

In essence, it is exactly the same as on an Android smartphone. In practice, everything happens as follows:

• The user purchases a special device (branded by Apple or from a third-party manufacturer) with a flat platform, inside which there are special charging magnets;
• Then he places the smartphone on it with its back panel;
• Charging begins;
• The user waits for it to complete and takes the iPhone.

How do I turn on wireless charging? No way. It’s on by default and can’t be turned off. You don’t even need to dig into the iPhone settings. Everything works right out of the box, clearly and immediately. You can even put a new iPhone that you just bought and haven’t set up yet on the wireless charging module, and it will immediately start receiving power.

iPhone Wireless Charging Errors

In the following cases, charging will not take place:

• If the device lies/stands on the wireless charging module with the screen facing down;
• If the case is too thick (1 cm or more);
• If there is something on the wireless charging module.

And one more important point. Connecting a wired charger while charging wirelessly will not do anything . The smartphone will not charge faster.

How to Choose a Wireless Charger for iPhone

Source: Apple / Wireless iPhone Charging

Apple did not limit users and force them to buy special exclusive chargers of its own production, only for iPhone. Third-party chargers also work perfectly.

However, it is still better to follow a few rules when choosing a wireless charger for iPhone:

• Need Qi or Qi2 support. There are the vast majority of such chargers on the market. But this point should still be clarified when buying (read the information on the packaging or ask the seller if you trust him);
• Power. You need to make sure that the charger supports the required power (and it is better to take it with a reserve, for the future). Older iPhones support 7.5 W Qi wireless charging. Starting with the iPhone 12, 15 W Qi2 charging became available. And the iPhone 16 series supports 25 W wireless charging, but only if you use the proprietary Apple MagSafe 30 W accessory;
• Connection connector. The wireless charging stand is connected to the network. You should pay attention to which wire. It is better to take the most common one so that it can be easily replaced in case of damage. The same USB-C in 2024 is the best choice;
• Good brand. You shouldn’t buy completely unknown and too cheap chargers to avoid quick failure. Pay attention to the name and reputation of the brand. It is not necessary to buy the most expensive chargers from Apple. Examples of worthy brands include Anker, Belkin or the same Samsung.

What Else You Need to Know About Wireless Charging for iPhone

Here are a few more points that interest users:

• Wireless charging will not harm the battery and will not accelerate its degradation;
• iPhone may get hot during wireless charging. The same thing happens when charging wired. There is no reason to worry;
• Extraneous light noise during wireless charging is also normal.