Apple releasing more efficient GaN-based 30W power adapter, says Ming-Chi Kuo
Apple could debut a new 30W power adapter with a redesigned form factor sometime in 2022, according to well-connected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
Apple GaN charger
In a tweet on Monday, Kuo said that the adapter would use gallium nitride -- or GaN -- technology. Currently used in the 16-inch MacBook Pro adapter, GaN allows for smaller and more efficient power chargers than traditional silicon-based systems.
Although Kuo didn't specify what the power adapter would be for, it's likely to be a replacement for Apple's current 30W wall chargers, which ship with the latest MacBook Air.
Previously, Kuo predicted that Apple could debut "two to three" new GaN-based chargers in 2021.
GaN is a transparent crystalline material can make for smaller and more power efficient chips for power adapters and wall chargers. Although generally more expensive than silicon-based adapters, many third-party brands have taken to releasing GaN-based chargers for iPhones and other models.
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Apple GaN charger
In a tweet on Monday, Kuo said that the adapter would use gallium nitride -- or GaN -- technology. Currently used in the 16-inch MacBook Pro adapter, GaN allows for smaller and more efficient power chargers than traditional silicon-based systems.
Apple may release its next GaN charger in 2022, which supports about 30W and has a new form factor design.
-- (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo)
Although Kuo didn't specify what the power adapter would be for, it's likely to be a replacement for Apple's current 30W wall chargers, which ship with the latest MacBook Air.
Previously, Kuo predicted that Apple could debut "two to three" new GaN-based chargers in 2021.
GaN is a transparent crystalline material can make for smaller and more power efficient chips for power adapters and wall chargers. Although generally more expensive than silicon-based adapters, many third-party brands have taken to releasing GaN-based chargers for iPhones and other models.
Read on AppleInsider
Comments
Hopefully standards will evolve and we get higher wattage for the bigger Windows laptops.
Agree about the folding pins. They did it for a 5W charger once, but never followed through with the rest of the plugs. Disappointing.