Feb 20, 2016 AM - Apple is unlikely to add reverse wireless charging to the iPhone in the near future, despite hardware support, Bloomberg reports.
Reverse wireless charging, that is, to make the phone with wireless charging function, so that it from the "receiver" into the "transmitter", for other products charging, this function has appeared a long time ago, such as Samsung/Huawei/Xiaomi.
In a report outlining the development of the iPhone 12 MagSafe magnetic battery accessory, Bloomberg mentions that Apple has "discussed internally the idea of letting some of its devices (e.g., Apple Watch, AirPods) reverse charge through the iPhone, but Bloomberg notes that the feature is unlikely to be introduced "in the near future". "the near future.
In fact, Apple had similar plans for the iPhone 11 series when it launched in 2019, but it was later canceled.
Earlier this week, foreign media outlet MacRumors found evidence in iOS 14.5 that suggests a MagSafe battery attachment may exist. The code for this product's test system says: "To improve charging efficiency and maximize battery life, the battery pack guarantees a 90% charge for your phone."
Apple has been working on the ability to charge between devices. The patent was discovered in January and reveals the concept of a future MacBook wirelessly charging an iPhone or Apple Watch. The patent proposes an ecosystem where devices can charge each other and also synchronize data.
While this feature hasn't been made official yet, the hardware is already supported, and according to the FCC's documents, all models in the iPhone 12 lineup will be able to charge wirelessly via the back to the rear, which is how long iPhones have been able to charge wirelessly.
In theory, Apple could implement this feature through an iOS upgrade, but there's no indication that Apple will do so. And of course, Apple never explains unreleased features to the public.
