I did a search of the forums, but couldn't find anything on this. Can I (slowly) charge a 2018 13" MacBook Pro with the 18W USB-C power adapter that comes with the 2018 iPad Pro? I'd like to carry only one power adapter when away from my office, and the iPad Pro's power adapter is substantially smaller and lighter. Thanks!
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Charge MacBook Pro with iPad Pro's USB-C charger?
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You can I do it all the time, it won’t harm the battery it will just charge it EXTREMELY slow to the point it’s not even doing anything
I’m thinking about this, why not consider it too?
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-type-c-wall-charger-black/5880500.p?skuId=5880500
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-type-c-wall-charger-black/5880500.p?skuId=5880500
That’s not bad I got one off otter box for free when I bought and XS max case but it should do the same as mine I believe mine is a 30 watt though
Or this Ravpower charger (61w). Not sure if promo code is still active ($25, regular $35).
https://theinventory.com/ravpowers-new-usb-c-line-includes-a-better-version-of-a-1834278861
USB PD port and a USB Type A port provided.
Got one of these a week ago, so far, happy with it. If just powering the laptop and phone, all good. If powering two HDD and the phone, not enough power getting to the dongle, but easily solved by plugging the phone into the other USB port on the Mac to trickle charge it.
https://theinventory.com/ravpowers-new-usb-c-line-includes-a-better-version-of-a-1834278861
USB PD port and a USB Type A port provided.
Got one of these a week ago, so far, happy with it. If just powering the laptop and phone, all good. If powering two HDD and the phone, not enough power getting to the dongle, but easily solved by plugging the phone into the other USB port on the Mac to trickle charge it.