Does it matter what charger I use for my iPhone?

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.

Is it OK to use non Apple Chargers?

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.

Does it matter what charger you use for your phone?

Always charge your phone with its own charger

Unlike laptops, smartphones use a universal charging interface the microUSB port. However, if the charger you use does not match the original, it will affect battery performance, capacity to store charge and overall life (if done repeatedly).

What charger is best for my iPhone?

Can iPhone be charged with normal charger?

Apple has not fully transitioned the iPhone to USB-C—which typically provides faster charging speeds—or removed ports altogether, so the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 still include the typical Lightning charge port. This means you can use an existing Lightning cable and traditional USB-A power adapter to charge both phones.

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Can I use 5W charger for iPhone 13?

Yes. It will however take a very long time to charge, and if being used while charging, may not actually charge and even loose charge, but no damage will come to the iPhone by using a 5 watt charger if that is really what you want to do. There is no maximum limit on the power source.

Is fast charging bad for battery iPhone?

Fast Charging May Generate More Heat

This means that fast charging generates more heat than standard “slow” charging. This could be an issue since excessive heat will degrade lithium-ion batteries. Fast charging may shorten the battery's lifespan compared to using a standard charger.

Are All iPhone chargers the same?

It's a common question: Your iPad and iPhone share the same connector, but their power adapters are different sizes and have different wattage ratings.

Can I use my iPhone 8 charger on my iPhone 13?

Answer: A: Yes you can, but depending on their wattage, you might see that the charging procedure is slow. A 20W power supply is optimal for an iPhone 13, but you can use also a 96W Apple accessory since the charger doesn't “push” power; it just supplies the power “drawn” by the device.

Can I use 5w charger for iPhone 12?

Using USB-A, you can charge your iPhone 12 at a speed of 5 watts. This will charge your iPhone overnight, and is perfectly safe, but it will not be the fastest method. In fact, you may find that the iPhone 12 charges more slowly than your old iPhone when using USB-A.

Is it bad to use different chargers for your phone?

Not at all. In fact, a higher amperage charger will likely charge your phone even faster, and it can do so safely. Basically, all modern batteries are built with with a chip that regulates the input—they will allow what they can handle.

Is it OK to charge a normal phone with fast charger?

The fast answer is yes! It is perfectly safe to use any certified charger wattage with any device.

Can using a cheap charger damage iPhone?

Answer: A: USB is an industry standard so I wouldn't worry about non-Apple chargers. In fact, I've been using non-Apple chargers on several IOS devices for almost ten years with no problems. I would, however, recommend that you always use Apple cables or Apple-certified cables.

Does fake charger affect iPhone?

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.

How do I keep my iPhone battery healthy?

What charger do I need for iPhone 13?

30W USB-C Power Adapter.

Can I use my old charger for iPhone 11?

Included in the box is a USB‑C to Lightning cable that supports fast charging and is compatible with USB‑C power adapters and computer ports. We encourage you to re‑use your current USB‑A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones which are compatible with this iPhone.

Will using an old charger damage iPhone 13?

By slow, we do mean quite terribly slow as it takes almost 3 hours to fully charge an iPhone 13 with the 5W charger whereas the 20W charger will only take an hour and a bit. So yes, it is technically possible to charge your iPhone with an old charger and you can definitely live with it for a while.

Can I use my iPhone 7 charger for my iPhone 11?

Cheers! Yes, the same cable can be used. However, be warned that the charging speeds you'll get with the older iPhone 7 cable would be lesser compared to the one you can get with a cable meant specifically for iPhone 11.

Can I use my iPhone 6 charger for my iPhone XR?

You're going to want to get the most out of the new phone — so, yes, you can use an old charger, but there are alternatives. Included in the box is a five-watt power adapter, which will charge your iPhone X at a leisurely pace.

What ruins phone battery?

Overheating

Exposure to direct sunlight or keeping it in a hot environment can cause the phone to heat up thereby draining the battery life even more. Hence, don't use your phone too much and ignore when the gadget produces heat, and don't keep it under extreme temperatures.

Is 20W charging bad for iPhone?

20W USB chargers are not dangerous to use with an iOS device. A non-defective USB charger coupled with a non-defective iOS-device will not overheat, explode, or reduce the life-time of the device. It is perfectly valid and normal to use a 20W USB-charger with an iOS device. Any standards-compliant charger is fine.

Can I use third party charger for iPhone?

It's Official: Third-Party Chargers and Lightning Cables Can Damage Your iPhone.