Why You Should Avoid Fake iPad Chargers at All Costs

According to the firm, surges caused by using fake Lightning cables can cause power surges in your iPhone or iPad. The first unit to become damaged is usually the charging chip found inside the Lightning port – without a functional charging port, you will be unable to charge your iOS device.

1. Are Fake Apple Chargers dangerous?
2. Is it bad to charge your phone with an iPad charger?
3. What happens if you use fake iPhone charger?
4. Why can you take apart the iPad charger?
5. Is it OK to use non-Apple Chargers?
6. Do iPad Chargers charge iPhones faster?
7. What charger should I use for my iPad?
8. Can I use 18W charger for iPad?
9. How can you tell a fake charger?
10. Can using the wrong charger damage your phone?

Are Fake Apple Chargers dangerous?

If you use an iPhone, you may want to check whether the charger you have is a knock-off. A shocking new report has revealed that 98 per cent of fake iPhone chargers put consumers at risk of lethal electric shocks or house fires.

Is it bad to charge your phone with an iPad charger?

No, it will not damage the battery. Using a 10W or 12W iPad power adapter will also charge your iPhone a little more quickly than using the 5W USB Power Adapter that came supplied with your iPhone.

What happens if you use fake iPhone charger?

If you use a counterfeit or uncertified Lightning accessory, you could see these issues: Your iOS device could become damaged. The cable might be easily damaged. The connector end might fall off, get very hot, or might not fit properly into your device.

Why can you take apart the iPad charger?

Answer: A: The iPad charger has two pieces, the charger itself and a plug "duckbill" that slides on the charger block. ... All that is needed in other countries is an adapter for the plug to outlet, or replacement of the "duckbill" with a plug piece for the different country.

Is it OK to use non-Apple Chargers?

iPhone is more sensitive to out-of-spec voltage and low quality power supplies than Android is according to many anecdotal reports. ... You could be referencing any model iphone or charger so its only a guess what you connected and no way to answer the question. It is not necessary to use only an “authentic” charger.

Do iPad Chargers charge iPhones faster?

While you can still charge older iPhones with an iPad charger, those devices won't charge any faster. “Unlike earlier iPhone models which would only draw 5W regardless of the charger being used, the new phones are capable of drawing up to 12W, allowing them to charge at a faster rate,” MacRumors noted a while back.

What charger should I use for my iPad?

You can use Apple 10W and 12W USB power adapters to charge your iPad, iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch, and other Apple accessories, like AirPods and Siri Remote. Just connect your device to the power adapter with the USB to Lightning cable, 30-pin to USB cable, or Apple Watch charger that came with your device.

Can I use 18W charger for iPad?

You can safely use your Apple 18W Power Adapter (charger) with any of your iPads and iPhones. ... Those iPads will just take as much power input at its designed regulated amount.

How can you tell a fake charger?

How to spot a fake phone charger

1. Markings and Text on the plug. Look at the plug to see if there any CE markings (certification mark) which is the European Law for product safety standards. ...
2. Plug pin finish. This is a more obvious sign of a fake plug. ...
3. USB port. ...
4. Materials. ...
5. Check the weight. ...
6. Check your voltage. ...
7. The 3-point recommended safety check.

Can using the wrong charger damage your phone?

Truth: Knockoff chargers could damage your phone's battery. ... “The fluctuation of voltage can damage the charger port, and even damage your battery.” In a pinch, an off-brand cord probably won't do as much damage as a knockoff of the piece that plugs in to the wall or car might.