Samsung is getting ready to launch its new foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, in July. A big talking point this time is wireless charging. The latest news says the Z Fold 7 will support something called Qi2 wireless charging—but it’s not quite the upgrade you might be hoping for.
What’s Qi2?
Qi2 is the latest upgrade in wireless charging. It’s faster and smarter than the old Qi wireless charging. The best part? It uses magnets to help your phone snap right onto the charger, so you don’t have to fiddle around to get it charging.
Will the Galaxy Z Fold 7 Have Real Qi2?
A new listing from the Wireless Power Consortium (the group that makes wireless charging rules) says a Samsung phone with the model number SM-D637U will support Qi2. This number doesn’t match any current Samsung phone, but experts think it’s the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
But here’s the catch: it’s probably not “full” Qi2. Instead, it’s likely to be Qi2 Ready. That means the phone is certified to work with special cases that have magnets inside. The magnets help your phone stick to Qi2 chargers, but the phone itself doesn’t have magnets built in.
This is different from “real” Qi2, where the magnets are inside the phone. With Qi2 Ready, you’ll need to use a special case to get the full Qi2 experience.
Why Does This Matter?
Most foldable phones don’t have great wireless charging. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 will be one of the first to support Qi2—even if it’s just Qi2 Ready. That’s still a step forward, but not as big as it could be.
So, When Is Fold 7 Dropping?
Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 sometime in July during its big summer launch event
Galaxy Z Fold 7 – What We Know So Far
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | SM-D637U |
| Wireless Charge | Qi2 Ready (via special case, not built-in) |
| Official Release | July 2025 |
| Main Feature | Qi2 wireless charging support |
Why Is This Good News?
- Better wireless charging: Even if it’s Qi2 Ready, it’s still an upgrade over older foldables.
- Easier to use: With the right case, your phone will snap onto chargers easily.
- Future-ready: Qi2 is the new standard, so you’ll be ready for new chargers.
Why Might You Be Disappointed?
- Not “real” Qi2: You’ll need a special case to get the full experience.
- No built-in magnets: The phone itself won’t snap onto chargers without the case.
Final Thoughts?
If you love foldable phones and want the latest tech, this is good news. If you were hoping for built-in magnets for wireless charging, you might want to wait and see what future phones offer.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 will be one of the first foldables with Qi2 wireless charging, but you’ll need a special case to get the full benefit. Still, it’s a step forward for foldable phones and wireless charging fans.
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