Airplane Mode Speeds up Phone Charging by 4 to 11 Minutes, CNET Finds

What happened

CNET tested phones and found that enabling airplane mode reduced charging time by only four to eleven minutes, far less than the 25% speed increase some users claim.

Confirmed

Global impact / market context

The modest time saved shows that turning off radios has limited impact on charging speed, so consumers seeking faster charging should consider other methods like using a higher‑wattage charger or fully powering off the device.

Analyst inference

Because many smartphone users look for quick charging tricks, this finding may temper demand for accessories marketed around airplane‑mode charging and keep focus on true fast‑charging technologies.

Analyst inference

What to watch

1. Release of new chargers or battery‑optimizing software that promise measurable charging‑time reductions beyond simple radio shutdown. Proposed
2. Consumer surveys on charging habits to see if the modest airplane‑mode benefit influences broader usage patterns. Proposed
3. Regulatory guidance on battery performance claims that could affect how manufacturers advertise charging‑speed improvements. Proposed

Affected assets

• GPS — GoPlus Security

Evidence

• news.bitcoin.com