Using the wrong USB-C charger could permanently ruin your new iPhone 15 (2024)
Buyers of the iPhone 15 should beware: using the wrong USB-C connectors could fry your device.
Apple will release the new iPhone on September 22 and for the first time it will feature a USB-C port — marking a shift from Apple's Lightning connectors. This is the first time a new iPhone charger will be launched in over a decade.
Some USB-C cables and plugins can have fewer protections for your phone than Apple's official Lightning cables, so you should be wary of public plugins and cheap connectors.Apple recommends that iPhone owners use Apple chargers or other brands that meet certain safety regulations.
Using a charger that doesn't meet standards could put iPhones at risk, Jessa Jones, the owner of the mobile device repair shop iPad Rehab, told The New York Times.
"High-quality chargers are essentially electronics with tiny circuit boards inside them. On Apple's official Lightning cable, there are two chips: One authenticates that the cable is made by Apple, while the other acts as a fuse that isolates damage to the charger. In the event of a power fluctuation, for example, only the charger would be destroyed and not the phone itself, Ms. Jones said."
Knockoff chargers may be less expensive but you could end up paying the price in future repairs. If you buy a charger that isn't Apple brand, you should look at the product's description and reviews. You can also use tools like Fakespot when shopping on Amazon to make sure you're getting a quality product. Ideally, your charger should be MFi.
Apple's MFi — or Made for iPhone — program is meant to help protect users, whether or not they choose to buy Apple chargers, according to Tom's Guide. MFi phone chargers have to pass safety regulations to make sure that users are not at risk while charging their devices. Brands like Amazon Basics and Otterbox, for example, sell MFi chargers.
Apple and MFi chargers may protect your iPhone from high-voltage outlets. Still, you should be careful when plugging your phone into hotel room outlets, airplane seat outlets, car consoles, and other public outlets.
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If you plug a low-quality charger into a high-voltage outlet, it could electrocute your phone, Jones told the Times. Being knowledgeable about where you plug your phone could prevent an emergency trip to the Apple store.
You can charge your iPhone with a USB-C cable and power adapter compliant with the USB-C standard, including USB Power Delivery — such as the cable that comes with your iPhone. These cables and power adapters are widely available from Apple and other manufacturers.
- Wear and Tear: The charging port in your car or the cable you're using may have suffered wear and tear, resulting in a poor connection. - Dirt and Debris: Accumulation of dirt and debris in the charging port can also prevent a proper connection between the charger and your iPhone 15.
iPhone 15 models have a USB-C connector, which allows you to charge and connect to a variety of devices, including Mac, iPad, AirPods Pro (2nd generation), external storage devices and displays.
Remove any debris from the charging port on the bottom of your device.Restart your iPhone or iPod touch.Try a different USB cable or charger.Make sure that you have the latest version of iOS.
As part of our efforts to reach carbon neutrality by 2030, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max do not include a power adapter or EarPods. Included in the box is a USB‑C Charge Cable that supports fast charging and is compatible with USB‑C power adapters and computer ports.
With the included USB-C-to-Lightning cable, though, you can also plug your iPhone directly into your Mac or another device like a lamp or light switch that has a USB-C port. Additionally, the newest iPhones are compatible with Qi wireless charging pads.
Dirt, debris, and exposure to moisture may cause discoloration. If your Lightning or USB-C cable or connector becomes warm during use or iPhone won't charge or sync, disconnect it from your computer or power adapter and clean the Lightning or USB-C connector with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.
You can use either a USB-A to Lightning cable or the newer USB-C to Lightning cable with your iPhone. You can use any of the adapters listed below to charge your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or iPod. You can also use a Mac USB-C Power Adapter or third-party adapters that comply with applicable safety standards.
Although you can use any USB-C power adapter with your Mac laptop, you should use a USB-C power adapter with equal or greater wattage (W) than the power adapter that came with your Mac.
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