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Why does my iPhone say this accessory may not be supported?

Joe Ford

Why does my iPhone say this accessory may not be supported?

Here’s when these alerts might appear: Your accessory is defective, damaged, or not Apple-certified. The accessory isn’t supported by your device. Your iOS device has a dirty or damaged connector.

Is 20W charger iPhone safe?

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.

Is Apple 12W charger fast?

It takes about 2 hours 15 minutes to get up to 85 percent. With Apple’s $19 12W power adapter, charging speeds skyrocket on all three phones. They’re quite similar—all within about 5 minutes of each other. That’s about 70 percent faster than the included 5W charger, and you don’t even need to buy a new Lightning cable!

Is 12W charger iPhone safe?

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. Some USB-C Power Adapters and the Apple USB-C to Lightning cable are fast-charge compatible with certain iPhone and iPad models.

How do I know if my Apple charger is original?

A genuine iPhone charger comprises two products – a power adapter for the wall, plus a USB cable to connect it to your phone – and cost at least £19 from the official Apple Store. Android chargers are all different but should be marked with the logo of the phone company.

Can I use 96W charger for iPhone?

Can the 96w usb-c charger block with the usb-c cable be compatible and work with my iphone xs max ? Answer: Yes, it will work with any USB-C device, including an iPhone with a lightning to USB-C cable. It will only use 18 watts though.

Can you use 61W charger for iPhone?

You can fast charge your iPhone 8 and later up to 50 percent battery in around 30 minutes. Fast charging works when you use an Apple USB-C to Lightning cable and one of these adapters: Apple 18W, 20W,2 29W, 30W, 61W, 87W, or 96W USB-C Power Adapter.