The Qi2 wireless charging standard has seen minimal adoption across Android devices so far, with rumors suggesting that it might be introduced in the upcoming Galaxy S25 series. However, it appears that Samsung will not be fully embracing Qi2 in the S25 lineup. While the Galaxy S25 may incorporate some features of Qi2, it will likely only do so through a special case, rather than supporting it natively. This development contradicts earlier expectations that Samsung might be the first major Android brand to adopt the Qi2 standard.
Qi2 introduces several improvements over its predecessors, with the most notable feature being a ring of magnets. This ring helps align the device with the charger, improving the efficiency of the wireless charging process. This system is identical to Apple’s MagSafe technology used in iPhones, with both Qi2 and MagSafe relying on these magnets for better alignment and accessory compatibility. The integration of these magnets would be one of the key advantages of adopting Qi2, offering a more secure connection for charging and accessories.
Samsung was initially expected to lead the charge in adopting Qi2 on Android devices, with rumors suggesting it would be part of the Galaxy S25 series. However, recent leaks have cast doubt on this idea, indicating that the Galaxy S25 series may not natively support Qi2. According to a leak from @chunvn8888 on Twitter, Samsung is planning to use Qi2, but only through an accessory case, rather than integrating the technology directly into the devices themselves. This was further confirmed by another well-known source of Samsung leaks, Max Jambor.
In addition to Qi2 rumors, there are indications that Samsung is planning to upgrade the wireless charging capabilities of the Galaxy S25 series. The devices are expected to support faster charging speeds, increasing the maximum wireless charging speed from 15W to 25W. This would bring the Galaxy S25 lineup in line with the latest iPhones, which also support 25W wireless charging via the MagSafe standard. This boost in charging speed is a significant improvement and reflects Samsung’s efforts to enhance the charging experience.
The situation remains unclear as more details are expected to surface closer to the Galaxy S25’s launch in January. While it’s unlikely that Samsung will fully adopt Qi2 in the S25 series, the company appears to be working on ways to improve wireless charging speeds. It’s possible that Samsung may use a modified version of Qi2 or a unique approach to achieve faster charging, as seen with other companies like Google and OnePlus, which have already implemented their own custom charging solutions based on the Qi standard.
