Since October 2022, as soon as Apple simplified the iPhone package, the question of choosing a charger for a smartphone arose. Or the owner of a new device - provided that he did not have any smartphone before - is forced to purchase an additional accessory. Or the old 5 W charger no longer suits him.
This is where a large analysis of the GSMArena publication comes to the rescue. Journalists tested all known models of adapters and chargers and drew conclusions. Based on tests, we will tell you which charger for iPhone is best to choose.
Apple 12W Power Adapter
The so-called “iPad” charger is still sold. Initially, it came bundled with iPad tablets and was distinguished by increased power compared to the basic 5 W power supply for the iPhone. I added it to the list because it requires a Lightning to USB Type-A cable. It's more popular than Lightning to USB Type-C, which is required for Apple's current 20-watt charging.
Price: 1490 rubles.
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Lightning cable only
Eono cable
The Eono brand offers this simple, classic Lightning to USB cable in a style very similar to the Apple originals and with MFi certification. Its length is 1 meter, which may be more than enough. The cable material, although of high quality, is not the most durable, for example, braided nylon. Either way, it's a great option for the price it's offered at.
Rampow Lightning to USB Cable
This well-known manufacturer of telephony accessories offers interesting options for an MFi-certified Lightning to USB cable. While it may be attractive to be able to choose between the available colors (white, black, pink, red and green), we find even more remarkable the offer of lengths from 20 centimeters to 3 meters, using cables from 2 to 3 meters. In addition, the woven materials make it more resistant to stretching.
ESR brand cable
This other manufacturer offers us a similar option for Lightning iPhone charging cables, but with one end ending in a USB Type C connector. Its braided nylon material will protect the cable from possible breaks due to overuse or stretching, in addition to being affordable in lengths of 20 centimeters, 1, 2 and 3 meters. Its price is very competitive, making it an option to consider for MFi cables.
Apple 20W Power Adapter
Let's start with a basic charger. The 20 W power supply at the end of 2022 replaced a similar 18 W unit introduced in 2022.
Both units support fast charging and are suitable for iPhone 8, iPhone X and newer models, which, in fact, have a fast charging function. An 18 W power supply came with the 2022 iPad Pro and iPhone 11 Pro, but the new iPad Pro (2020) comes with a 20 W power supply, but the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro do not have the included charger.
The fundamental difference of the new 20 W adapter is the support for fast charging for MagSafe wireless charging. Otherwise, it won't work, so keep this in mind if you're looking for a suitable unit for your new iPhone 12 or 12 Pro.
Price: 1990 rubles.
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Beware of very cheap ones
Due to the above, it is possible that you will find products that will end up being harmful to your iPhone. It is understandable, especially when it comes to emergencies, that you go to a brick-and-mortar or online store in search of a charger to restore the battery in your iPhone, and that almost unconsciously you choose the cheapest one. Price is always an important consideration when making a purchasing decision, but given that accessories that aren't certified can cause problems for your device, it might be worth paying a little more to have a charger that protects the terminal.
Ugreen 65W Charger
This is my favorite. The charger caught my eye at the end of last year and I immediately wanted to get it. The power supply belongs to the new family of GaN chargers, Valentin released an educational video about them:
The bottom line is that in 2022, a new era began in the world of charging: power supplies that use gallium nitride began to appear on sale. They turned out to be more compact, more powerful, and inexpensive. Isn't it a miracle? A miracle, of course, because the small Ugreen adapter received four USB connectors at once: one USB Type-A and three USB Type-C. Through USB Type-A we get up to 22.5 W, one USB Type-C produces up to 18 W, and the other two up to 65 W.
This is now my favorite charger for travel and at home: you can charge multiple devices at once without sacrificing charging speed. And most importantly, it is small and helps to get rid of unnecessary wires.
Price: 2990 rubles.
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Belkin Charge + Sync Dock
For those who hate tangles of wires on their desktop, the Charge + Sync Dock, from the developer Belkin, will help organize the space.
This docking station allows you to install your smartphone on the base in one motion. Moreover, through it you can not only replenish the battery charge, but also synchronize with the computer without unnecessary movements.
At the same time, it takes up much less space on the table than if the smartphone were just lying on it. And it’s convenient to view information on the screen even from afar.
In general, a very useful thing for a neat person at a price of 2,390 rubles.
In terms of complete independence, covers with solar panels are good. No matter where you are in the wilderness, you will always be able to “feed” on natural energy, which will be enough to keep your phone in working mode and make calls.
True, such products have not yet received wide distribution. And they are not yet presented in the company store, although their potential is enormous. With their help, you will be able to avoid being tied to networks and use your smartphone autonomously anywhere on the planet.
But venerable trading platforms like Amazon or eBay are replete with similar offers. In addition, many startups based on ultra-thin sheets of solar panels are breaking all fundraising records. Unfortunately, the vast majority of them do not reach our country.
Let's hope that in the future Apple will take up this promising area and release something like an ever-working iPhone. This will be a real breakthrough and guaranteed top sales.
Satechi 100W AC adapter
If the dimensions of the charger are not so critical and you need a universal unit that can charge a MacBook Pro 16″, then pay attention to Satechi. The thing is relatively large, but it delivers up to 100 W via USB Type-C, so a large laptop can be charged quickly. There are a total of three connectors on the case: one USB Type-A and two USB Type-C with support for Power Delivery.
Price: 6990 rubles.
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Juice Pack Powerstation Duo
In conditions where it is not possible to connect to a power outlet or to a computer battery, external devices come to the rescue. It is enough to pre-charge such a battery, and if necessary - in any conditions - replenish the iPhone battery
An excellent option is Juice Pack Powerstation Duo, from the American company Mophie.
This power bank has three times the capacity of an iPhone battery. The available six thousand mAh is enough to provide energy to two gadgets at once, fortunately there is such an opportunity. For this purpose, there are two USB connectors at the end, and one for Lightning.
In addition, it provides the ability to select the current supply in three modes: with a power of 500 mA, 1 A and 2.1 A - with increased output power. The last two will instantly recharge even an iPad. There is nothing to say about the iPhone - it is provided with super-fast charging. At the same time, it does not heat up much, thanks to improved high-speed energy transfer technology.
The device itself is quite compact in height: 1.95 cm, width 5.79 cm, length 10.9 mm. Weight - only 200 grams - like 2 chocolates, or a little more than the phone itself. But you are guaranteed at least three to four additional days of autonomy.
The necessary charging cables are included.
To control the remaining charge level, there is a standard green indicator on the side.
The price tag corresponds to the quality and functionality of the product - 4790.0 rubles.
Baseus GaN 120W Charger
Did you like the Satechi charger, but don't like the price? Then look towards Baseus, there is a powerful 120 W unit. It is a solid size, not small, it has one USB Type-A and two USB Type-C. An interesting feature: it simultaneously outputs 60 W through each USB Type-C, so you can charge two MacBook Pro 13″ or Air at once. Or you can get 100 W via one USB Type-C if you need to charge a more power-hungry device.
Price: 4500 rubles.
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Features of the headphone jack on iPhone
The main advantage of the digital signal in Ear Pods is the ability to process the signal over a wide range. Built-in digital-to-analog converters allow you to achieve cleaner sound and suppress unwanted noise. Essentially this accessory is an electronic device.
Any electronic gadget requires electrical power. If earlier this problem was solved with the help of built-in batteries (they are still present in wireless headphones), then with the advent of the Lighting headphone jack on the iPhone 7, this problem goes away by itself.
Important! Now the headphones can be powered by a rechargeable battery, freeing their owner from the need to ensure that the headphones themselves are sufficiently charged.
Over time, Apple came to a logical result: one connector - one connector. Now any connected gadget should only have a Lighting port, and no frills. Moreover, the very features of the technology mean that the user will be completely protected from counterfeit goods and the harmful consequences of using uncertified devices.
I heard that fast charging kills the battery!
If you are afraid, use a regular 5-watt charger, what other advice can you give? From my own experience, I can say that using fast charging, I did not notice any problems with the phones.
I've used a variety of accessories up to the MacBook 96-watt charger, no problems. Another thing is that super-powerful charging for an iPhone does not provide any increase in charging speed, but if you only have one power supply at hand, then this is simply a lifesaver. You can charge both your MacBook and your phone.
They must be MFi certified
MFi stands for Made for iPhone, also the equivalent of Made For iPad and Made for iPod. This name receives a certificate created by Apple itself and ensures that accessories that have it are fully compatible with the devices. That is, you will not find any pop-up messages as an obstacle saying that the device cannot support this accessory or anything similar. In the case of chargers, we find other effects that this certification has, namely that they will protect the device from overheating and other problems that may occur during charging, which is not guaranteed for non-MFi-enabled accessories. They undergo rigorous testing to ensure that they do not cause any problems.
How to properly charge your iPhone
How to properly charge your iPhone
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I personally, just in case, charge my iPad with my own charger, and my iPhone with my own. I'm not lazy, and it won't bother me. If I suddenly need to charge my iPhone once or twice in a critical situation with an iPad charger, I will use it without hesitation. There is no specific idea here, of course, as it is also called, there is no way to charge an iPhone by charging from an iPad. Since these devices differ in their own power. And some are accustomed to constantly using such exercises and are pursuing the goal of simply making the process faster.
First, a little theory about the battery
The iPhone/iPod/iPad contains lithium-ion polymer batteries.
Lithium-ion batteries provide longer device runtime with less weight, since lithium is the lightest metal. In addition, lithium-ion batteries can be charged at any time without having to wait until they are completely discharged, as was the case with the first mobile phones that used nickel batteries.
