What is the best iPhone charger?

What is the best iPhone charger?

Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter. The best official iPhone charger.

What type of phone charger do iPhones use?

Every iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 comes with a USB-C-to-Lightning cable, and that’s pretty much it. So out of the box, those who don’t currently have any Apple power adapters will need a USB-C power adapter to charge the iPhone 12 and 13.

Are there different chargers for iPhones?

iPhone models now include in the box a newer USB‑C to Lightning cable that supports fast charging and is compatible with USB‑C power adapters and computer ports that you might already have. You can use either a USB-A to Lightning cable or the newer USB-C to Lightning cable with your iPhone.

Is it OK to use a non Apple charger for iPhone?

As long as you’re using the right cable or the right wireless standard (and it’s difficult not to), you can use just about any charger with your phone.

What is the difference between a Lightning cable and a regular cable?

USB-C is capable of supporting USB4, the latest and fastest USB specification. As a result, USB-C cables can transfer speeds up to 40Gbps. By comparison, Lightning cables are much slower and transfer data at USB 2.0 rates of 480Mbps.

Do cheap chargers ruin your iPhone?

The cheap charger routes unregulated power into the device—which can destroy the Tristar chip and causes the aforementioned battery woes. The cheaper the charging cord, the more likely it’s a shady charging cable that will eventually fry your phone.

How long do iPhone chargers last?

one year
On average, an iPhone charger lasts one year in perfect working condition. After one year or so, the cable part near the port starts fraying. In extreme cases, the cable sheath may expose the conductors inside. And that’s when using that cable becomes dangerous.

When should you replace iPhone charger?

On average, an iPhone charger lasts one year in perfect working condition. After one year or so, the cable part near the port starts fraying. In extreme cases, the cable sheath may expose the conductors inside. And that’s when using that cable becomes dangerous.

What should I look for when buying an iPhone charger?

First and foremost, choose Lightning cables made by Apple, or MFi certified cables from third party manufactures for quality and longevity (MFi is short for Made for iPhone, iPad, and iPod and is Apple’s licensing program for developers and manufacturers). An MFi certified product will have a logo as follows.

Why do cheap iPhone Chargers stop working?

If your iPhone charger isn’t Apple-certified and it keeps breaking, that’s because it’s of cheap quality. Non-certified Apple chargers will contain flimsy materials, so even if you do take care of your charger it’s still most likely going to die on you, and it could damage your iPhone, too.