iPhone 15 - Using Cheap Chargers Can Burn Your iPhone Down
Apple's new iPhone 15 series is a marvel of technology, but it also comes with a caveat: you need to be careful about how you charge it. Recently, a Reddit user shared his horrifying experience of ruining his iPhone 15 Pro Max by using a cheap charger and cable overnight. The cable melted and got stuck in the USB C port of the phone, rendering it useless. The user didn't have AppleCare+ warranty, which means he will have to pay a hefty amount to get it fixed.
Apple has a clear set of guidelines for charging its devices and the new USB-C totting iPhone 15 series is no different. The company warns its users to avoid low-quality, third-party chargers and cables that can damage the device or cause safety issues. The new iPhone 15 series supports USB C charging, which means you can use your existing charger and cable that you use with your Android phones. But not all USB C cables are created equal, and some of them can be incompatible or unsafe to use with the iPhone models.
So how can you ensure that you are charging your iPhone 15 safely and correctly? Here are some tips to follow:
- Don't use third-party cheap chargers and cables to charge your iPhone 15 models. They can overheat, short-circuit, or damage your device.
- If using chargers from other brands, make sure the power rating for the cable is lower than what the original phone supports. For example, the iPhone 15 Pro Max supports up to 27W fast charging, so you should use a cable that can handle that much power or less.
- Don't leave your phone for charging overnight or in hot environments. This can cause the battery to degrade faster or overheat the device.
By following these simple steps, you can avoid the nightmare of burning your iPhone 15 down and enjoy its amazing features for a long time.