Samsung recently launched its flagship smartphone series for 2020, the Galaxy S20 series. It sports impressive specs and features with a significant camera configuration upgrade. Recently, it was reported that Apple might equip the upcoming iPhone 12 series with a game-changing charging prowess. But, it looks like the Galaxy S20 series has already left the iPhone 11 and maybe the iPhone 12 behind in this category.
USB Fast-Charger Certification
The South Korean tech giant recently achieved the Certified USB Charger status given by the USB Implementers' Forum for its Galaxy S20 series. The certificate is a first in the smartphone industry and has a significant implication. It means that users could charge their Galaxy S20 or Note 10 Plus at their full wattage with any charger working with the same level of standard.
This information was revealed in a report released by BusinessWire. This status was made possible through Samsung's Programmable Power Supply or PPS technology introduced in the USB Power Delivery 3.0. Moreover, the certification is a part of the Certified USB Charger Compliance and Logo Program that began in 2018.
Another implication of the recent Galaxy S20 USB fast Charging Certification is that owners can reuse old fast chargers that they already have. It is also friendly to the environment since it cuts electronic waste. It can be recalled that the EU recently ruled that all smartphones must use a universal USB-C charger to help reduce electronic wastes, as well as to help others save money on purchasing a new charger even if they have the old one.
Apple's Dilemma
It can be recalled that long before the EU parliament ruled for a universal charger, Apple released a statement appealing to the institution that what they were planning is a restriction of creativity. The Cupertino company even said that its Lightning port helps minimize environmental waste. With this, the Cupertino company is facing a couple of major issues.
The USB Fast Charging Certification of Galaxy S20 puts the iPhone behind when it comes to charging technology. It is not about the certification, per se. It appears that even the fastest chargers are now slower compared to what Samsung is capable of offering as default on its most recent releases.
At present, Apple's iPhone 11 Pro model comes with a bundled 18W fast charger. Meanwhile, the standard iPhone 11 has a dependable but slow 5W adapter. Another is that Apple has soon to follow the EU ruling about the universal charger while the South Korean tech giant is already compliant with the requirement of the EU.
