Wireless charging is moving toward a more unified future, and the next major step may be 50W Qi support. Google, Apple, and Xiaomi are among the companies now linked to that effort, signaling that a single charger ecosystem could become far more practical across brands.
The shift matters because the industry is no longer only chasing higher speed. It is also working toward better interoperability, so phones, chargers, vehicles, and accessories can share the same foundation without forcing users into a closed ecosystem.
Why Qi 50W matters
Recent discussions indicate that Qi 50W has advanced beyond the concept stage. Core hardware design parameters are largely set, which suggests the standard is moving deeper into real-world preparation rather than early planning.
That progress was further reflected during the Wireless Power Consortium Qi Off-cycle Meeting held at Xiaomi headquarters in Beijing from June 22 to June 25. According to ITHome, it was the first time the gathering took place in Beijing.
More than 20 companies from the wireless charging supply chain reportedly attended, including Apple, Google, Huawei, Honor, Oppo, Vivo, Xiaomi, Anker Innovations, NXP, Renesas, Panasonic Automotive Systems, Philips, Dolby Laboratories, Luxshare-ICT, ConvenientPower, Maxic Technology, NuVolta Technologies, Shanghai Amphenol, Southchip Semiconductor, GRL Platform Solutions, and the Wireless Power Consortium.
| Meeting Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Wireless Power Consortium Qi Off-cycle Meeting |
| Location | Xiaomi headquarters, Beijing |
| Dates | June 22 to June 25 |
| Focus | Draft review, prototype evaluation, interoperability testing |
| Attendance | More than 20 companies and over 90 R&D engineers |
The meeting centered on reviewing the draft Qi 50W specification, testing prototypes, and checking interoperability across vendors. Twenty companies were said to have taken part in prototype implementation tests, while more than 90 research and development engineers joined the technical sessions.
That interoperability testing is especially important for consumers. It is the part that determines whether devices from different brands can truly work together on the same Qi-certified charger and accessory.
Xiaomi’s role in the standard
Xiaomi has been pushing an approach that combines small inductance, low voltage, and high power in wireless charging architecture. The company believes this design can reduce power loss inside the charging coil.
The same approach is also intended to help thinner devices integrate wireless charging more easily. At the same time, Xiaomi says it can improve efficiency without sacrificing thermal management, safety, or overall system reliability.
The proposal was reportedly submitted to the Wireless Power Consortium in late 2024. Xiaomi then demonstrated compatible implementations at 25W and 50W during 2025, before taking the proposal into interoperability testing with several international manufacturers.
After receiving support from several domestic companies, the proposal entered the Qi 50W draft-writing process in the first quarter of 2026. That timeline shows the standard is being shaped through broad industry collaboration rather than by one company alone.
Where Qi stands now
The Wireless Power Consortium was founded in 2008 and introduced the Qi wireless charging standard in 2010. Today, more than 13,000 certified products support Qi worldwide.
Qi2 arrived in 2023 with magnetic alignment and 15W wireless charging, then became an IEC international standard at the end of 2024. The consortium followed with Qi2 25W in 2025, setting the stage for Qi 50W as the next major step.
That makes Qi 50W more than just another power bump. It is being positioned for a wider range of use cases, including smartphones, chargers, vehicles, and other compatible accessories.
The Wireless Power Consortium is expected to release the Qi 50W standard in 2028. Until then, additional testing and standardization work still needs to be completed before consumers are likely to see it in mass-market devices.
For users, the appeal is straightforward: faster wireless charging with less dependence on brand-specific accessories. If the plan stays on track, Qi 50W could make wireless charging more universal while preserving the convenience of a single charger across multiple devices.