Apple adds 40W Dynamic Power Adapter for iPhone 17 with Qi 2.2

Apple quietly added a new 40 watt Dynamic Power Adapter with a 60 watt peak to its online store on the same day it unveiled the iPhone 17 lineup, positioning the compact charger as a fast‑charging option for the new phones and other USB‑C devices. Apple’s product listing and website say the adapter, priced at $39 in the United States and available to order immediately, can help iPhone 17 models reach about 50 percent battery in roughly 20 minutes and the ultrathin iPhone Air to 50 percent in about 30 minutes when paired with a compatible USB‑C power source.

Apple’s listing describes the accessory as able to "dynamically deliver up to 60W of output, providing a powerful boost in charging speeds," though the company notes the 60 watt peak is available only in short bursts because of the adapter’s compact, thermally constrained design. Apple also specifies that fast charging for the iPhone 17 family requires a 40 watt adapter or higher, and that USB‑C cables are sold separately. The online compatibility list includes iPhones back through the iPhone 15 line and a broad range of Apple Watch and AirPods models, although Apple does not provide device‑by‑device speed estimates beyond...