Android may soon redefine 'fast charging'

To keep up with the competition, OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) are constantly pushing the boundaries of fast charging technology. However, Android's current system for displaying charging speeds has caused some confusion for users.

Current charging indicators on Android smartphones, anything above 7.5W is called "fast"

Currently, Android labels any charger that delivers 7.5W or more as “fast.” This broad definition covers a wide range of charging speeds, making it difficult for users to differentiate between standard chargers and high-power chargers. This lack of clarity can lead to unrealistic expectations about how quickly your device will charge.

Now, Google is aiming to address this issue in the upcoming Android 15 update. Evidence suggests that the company is planning to raise the threshold for “fast” charging from 7.5W to 20W. This change will give users a better understanding of charging speeds and help them make informed decisions about which charger to use.

The move to a higher fast-charging threshold is expected to have a more significant impact on users of high-end smartphones, such as the Google Pixel 8, which supports charging speeds up to 30W. These users will be able to better identify chargers that can actually deliver fast charging.

Note that this change does not mean that Android devices will charge faster. The charging speed of the device will still depend on the charger itself and the charging speed supported by the device itself. This may vary between OEMs.

While this change isn’t fully implemented in the latest Android 15 beta yet, it’s expected to be incorporated into a future release. The update promises to improve the accuracy of Android’s charging speed indicator and help users make more informed decisions about charging their devices.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/android-co-the-som-dinh-nghia-lai-sac-nhanh-185240619074731915.htm