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I don't have an Apple Watch yet but looking into it.
I see it comes with a USB-C cable but I don't have a charger like that just old usb chargers from old iPhones

which charger should I get ? I have an iPhone 13 and I would like to charge both watch and phone at the same time
 
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If you want to make use of the fast charging ability, the brick needs to be at least 20w. If you don't care about that. you can still charge with the regular brick that came with the older watches. If you use the 5w brick, it will just take a little longer is all. I recommend sticking with Apple bricks, whichever one you may decide to get.
 
Apple_Robert said:
If you want to make use of the fast charging ability, the brick needs to be at least 20w. If you don't care about that. you can still charge with the regular brick that came with the older watches. If you use the 5w brick, it will just take a little longer is all. I recommend sticking with Apple bricks, whichever one you may decide to get.
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brick? do you mean this one? https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/produ...d26f03b15acd9b42e1076a9ac74951c1459f2b18fc11d

I don't have any old watch chargers because I never had a watch.. I only have old iPhone chargers but only takes USB cables
 

MagSafe Duo Charger - Apple (UK)

Apple Store Search Results
www.apple.com

If you're looking to charge both at the same time, this looks to be the way to go. It seems fair to assume that they haven't removed the blocks from their charging stations.......yet. Otherwise, just grab the brick you linked, above, if you just need a power source that will work for both products. I assume you're using an old USB-A to lightning right now, to charge your phone. This will solve that as well, so you can use the new cord that came with the 13.
 
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Guacamole said:
I don't have an Apple Watch yet but looking into it.
I see it comes with a USB-C cable but I don't have a charger like that just old usb chargers from old iPhones

which charger should I get ? I have an iPhone 13 and I would like to charge both watch and phone at the same time
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Just bought a double usb c charge off Amazon to change 13Pro and Watch 7 together.

www.amazon.co.uk

Type C Charger, iPhone Charger, Knofarm Dual Port 40W USB C Wall Charger Fast Charging Block for iPhone 13 12 11 Pro Max SE iPad Pro Air Mini Galaxy Pixel PD 3.0 USBC Power Adapter Plug Cube Box Brick

Type C Charger, iPhone Charger, Knofarm Dual Port 40W USB C Wall Charger Fast Charging Block for iPhone 13 12 11 Pro Max SE iPad Pro Air Mini Galaxy Pixel PD 3.0 USBC Power Adapter Plug Cube Box Brick
www.amazon.co.uk
 
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USB C Charger 20W, Anker 511 Charger , PIQ 3.0 Durable Compact Fast Charger, Anker Nano for iPhone 14/14 Plus/14 Pro/14 Pro Max/13, Galaxy, Pixel 4/3, iPad/ iPad mini (Cable Not Included)

The World's No. 1 Mobile Charging Brand, In terms of retail sales value in 2020. Data source: Euromonitor International (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., measured in terms of retail sales value in 2020, based on research conducted in 11-2021. Brands are defined as mobile charging brands if more than 75% of t...
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Would this one work for fast charging?
 
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Apple_Robert said:
If you want to make use of the fast charging ability, the brick needs to be at least 20w. If you don't care about that. you can still charge with the regular brick that came with the older watches. If you use the 5w brick, it will just take a little longer is all. I recommend sticking with Apple bricks, whichever one you may decide to get.
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Apple Watch fast charge also works with the 18w power adapters supplied with iPad Pros.
 
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CR45H 0V3RR1D3 said:

MagSafe Duo Charger - Apple (UK)

Apple Store Search Results
www.apple.com

If you're looking to charge both at the same time, this looks to be the way to go. It seems fair to assume that they haven't removed the blocks from their charging stations.......yet. Otherwise, just grab the brick you linked, above, if you just need a power source that will work for both products. I assume you're using an old USB-A to lightning right now, to charge your phone. This will solve that as well, so you can use the new cord that came with the 13.
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yes but that's a bit too pricey
 
limesmoothie said:
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Just bought a double usb c charge off Amazon to change 13Pro and Watch 7 together.

www.amazon.co.uk

Type C Charger, iPhone Charger, Knofarm Dual Port 40W USB C Wall Charger Fast Charging Block for iPhone 13 12 11 Pro Max SE iPad Pro Air Mini Galaxy Pixel PD 3.0 USBC Power Adapter Plug Cube Box Brick

Type C Charger, iPhone Charger, Knofarm Dual Port 40W USB C Wall Charger Fast Charging Block for iPhone 13 12 11 Pro Max SE iPad Pro Air Mini Galaxy Pixel PD 3.0 USBC Power Adapter Plug Cube Box Brick
www.amazon.co.uk
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what brand is that one?, I never heard of it.. I would rather get one from a reputable brand when it comes to chargers
 
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CR45H 0V3RR1D3 said:

MagSafe Duo Charger - Apple (UK)

Apple Store Search Results
www.apple.com

If you're looking to charge both at the same time, this looks to be the way to go. It seems fair to assume that they haven't removed the blocks from their charging stations.......yet. Otherwise, just grab the brick you linked, above, if you just need a power source that will work for both products. I assume you're using an old USB-A to lightning right now, to charge your phone. This will solve that as well, so you can use the new cord that came with the 13.
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I think the iPhone 13 has some minor fit issues with the magsafe duo because of how big its camera is. It should still work, but may prove irritating over time.

I am currently using the Belkin 3-in-1 magsafe charger. A little on the pricey side, but I like it.

Alas, both don't seem to support fast charging for the Series 7.
 
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I’ve just bought the watch . I had to buy the charger from the Apple Store, not many options if I want to charge my watch today
 
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Abazigal said:
I think the iPhone 13 has some minor fit issues with the magsafe duo because of how big its camera is. It should still work, but may prove irritating over time.

I am currently using the Belkin 3-in-1 magsafe charger. A little on the pricey side, but I like it.

Alas, both don't seem to support fast charging for the Series 7.
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I really like the Belkin 3-in-1. Seems to be in short supply now. I wonder if they will update it to fast charge the Apple Watch Series 7?
 
IUBall22 said:
www.amazon.com

USB C Charger 20W, Anker 511 Charger , PIQ 3.0 Durable Compact Fast Charger, Anker Nano for iPhone 14/14 Plus/14 Pro/14 Pro Max/13, Galaxy, Pixel 4/3, iPad/ iPad mini (Cable Not Included)

The World's No. 1 Mobile Charging Brand, In terms of retail sales value in 2020. Data source: Euromonitor International (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., measured in terms of retail sales value in 2020, based on research conducted in 11-2021. Brands are defined as mobile charging brands if more than 75% of t...
www.amazon.com

Would this one work for fast charging?
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Hi IUBall22,

This linked to Anker Model A2633 which is 18 watts. You need the 20w version which is Model A2637:

Anker 511 20w Nano

-KM

Edit to add correction: 18w PD is sufficient to fast charge AW7. Sorry!
 
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Guacamole said:
I don't have an Apple Watch yet but looking into it.
I see it comes with a USB-C cable but I don't have a charger like that just old usb chargers from old iPhones

which charger should I get ? I have an iPhone 13 and I would like to charge both watch and phone at the same time
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Here's the official answer from Apple:

forums.macrumors.com

Watch 7 fast charging - correct power adaptor

https://www.macrumors.com/2021/10/14/apple-watch-series-7-fast-charge-adapter/
forums.macrumors.com forums.macrumors.com

  • Apple 18W, 20W, 29W, 30W, 61W, 87W, or 96W USB-C Power Adapter
  • A comparable third-party USB-C power adapter that supports USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) of 5W or greater
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OldRhodie said:
For travelling I prefer the folding pins, so have just ordered 2 of these for me and my wife. The older bricks I have won’t fast charge.
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Agree about the folding prongs for travel. I quite like the Spigen 20w ArcStation Pro (UL cert): Spigen 20w Power Delivery GaN Charger.
Happy Trails!

-KM
 
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In the UK its a really simple choice. Just get the apple one as it has a really nice folding pin design which is essential for travelling.
 
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Guacamole said:
they don't even sell it anymore . I didn't have any kind of USB-c charger at home so I had to buy something on the day that's why I got the 20w from the apple store
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my 18w is for my iphone 11 pro. i still have it maybe used once or twice but i usually use my 12 watt adapter old one.
 
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