Qualcomm Says Quick Charge 5 Does 0-50% in 5 Minutes; Due in Devices in Q3

Qualcomm said Monday it’s sampling Quick Charge 5 with customers, calling it the fastest commercial charging technology available for Android devices. It has new battery technologies, accessories and safety features, said the company. Devices can be charged from 0 to 50% in five minutes. It supports up to 100 watts charging power. Quick Charge 5 is supported on Snapdragon 865, 865 Plus, and future premium- and high-tier Snapdragon mobile platforms. It is expected to be in market in Q3.