The initial wave of Qi v2.0 Certified products is scheduled to coincide with the holiday season, starting with the release of Apple's iPhone 15 lineup, accompanied by a range of power transmitters from leading brands such as Belkin, Mophie, Anker, and Aircharge. Currently, over 100 devices are either undergoing testing or awaiting certification.

Qi2 was introduced by the WPC earlier this year at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and received widespread acclaim, earning accolades like 'Best Mobile Tech' and 'Best in Show' from industry publications.

Qi v2.0 encompasses two distinct profiles: the Magnetic Power Profile (MPP), incorporating MagSafe technology contributed by Apple to WPC and bearing the Qi2 logo, and an enhancement to the existing wireless charging Extended Power Profile (EPP) that maintains compatibility with Qi v2.0 but excludes magnets. Products adhering to the new Qi v2.0 EPP will bear the familiar Qi logo recognized by consumers today. Fady Mishriki, Chair of the WPC's Board of Directors, expressed enthusiasm for the rapid adoption of Qi v2.0 by consortium members, anticipating its swift establishment as the global standard for wireless charging.

Paul Struhsaker, Executive Director for the WPC, highlighted the advantages of certified Qi2 chargers, emphasizing smoother, faster, and more energy-efficient charging with broad interoperability. The introduction of magnetic attachment in Qi2 eliminates the need for meticulous alignment between phone and charger.

The global wireless charging market is projected to exceed one billion devices this year, encompassing both transmitters and receivers. The introduction of the Qi2 profile is poised to expand this market further by enabling the charging of new accessory types that were previously incompatible with wireless charging technology.