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I've been using an extension since my 4.

Best thing I started doing since the cable just isn't long enough sometimes
 
My extensions charge all the iPhones I have including the 5, but will not charge my iPad 3. I guess the cable can't negotiate the higher power draw with the adapter + extension cable.
 
I'd like a spare chord+plug in charger for my ip5. Should I not be irritated that at the Apple store, they are $19 each for a total of $38? I would have imagined they'd be $19 for both. :(
 
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