Series 7 fast charging

[fezzzer]

LOL, knew that was coming. Even bearded guys need to clean up their necks. But then there's the ladies. Goops...


Apple says 18w or greater, and it needs to be PD-capable. I sort of doubt that there are too many USB-C adapters of 18w or more that aren't PD-capable, but you should make sure that it is if you want fast charging.

About fast charge on Apple Watch - Apple Support

Learn what you need to fast charge your Apple Watch Ultra and later and Apple Watch Series 7 and later.

support.apple.com

Apple's support article suggests a USB-C power charger of 5W and greater will work provided it supports USB-PD.

 

[newellj]

About fast charge on Apple Watch - Apple Support

Learn what you need to fast charge your Apple Watch Ultra and later and Apple Watch Series 7 and later.

support.apple.com

Apple's support article suggests a USB-C power charger of 5W and greater will work provided it supports USB-PD.

You're right! And I was surprised that the old 29W MacBook adapter will work, since it's not compliant with current USB-C PD rules (and won't work properly with a MagSafe Duo charger).

 

[sfrangu]

LOL, knew that was coming. Even bearded guys need to clean up their necks. But then there's the ladies. Goops...


Apple says 18w 5W or greater, and it needs to be PD-capable (but Apple doesn't specify which version of the USB-C PD standard is required). I sort of doubt that there are too many USB-C adapters of 18w or more that aren't PD-capable, but you should make sure that it is if you want fast charging.

Quote from Apple's support doc:

Yes, I completely forgot about the bearded ladies!... My apologies to all.

 

[Itinj24]

Thanks for the replies. I have an extra 18W Apple charger in my drawer so I’ll just use that one to be on the safe side.