Keep your iPhone safe! Learn to tell a fake Qi charger from a real one.
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What does Qi mean for wireless chargers? Well, Qi (pronounced "chee") is a certification standard for safe wireless charging maintained by the Wireless Power Consortium. Only products that have passed the WPC's rigorous testing can call themselves Qi-certified. We'll show you how to tell if a charger is Qi-certified in three easy ways.
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Why You'll Love This Tip
- Use any Qi-certified charger for Qi-enabled devices, even in other countries.
- Avoid unsafe charging and battery issues caused by fake Qi chargers.
- Reduce cord clutter and use the same Qi wireless charger for all your wireless charging-compatible devices.
How to Tell If a Wireless Charger Is Qi Certified
We'll teach you how to tell if a wireless charger is safe for iPhone by identifying whether it's Qi certified. For more expert device-safety tips, sign up for our free Tip of the Day newsletter. Here are three ways to tell if a wireless charger is Qi certified.
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Look for the Qi logo. Only Qi-certified chargers can display this icon.
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Check the packaging for either the Qi logo or a description stating that the charger is Qi certified.
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Search the product name on the Wireless Power Consortium's Qi-certification database.
If you're wondering, any iPhone 8 or newer will charge wirelessly with Qi-certified wireless chargers. Keep in mind that Apple chargers may not include the Qi logo. Now you know how to make sure you're charging your device safely with a well-tested charger! While you're at it, you may be interested to learn more about best iPhone charging practices to keep your battery in top condition.
