What third-party chargers and cords do you recommend for the new iPads? A multi-port model with both USB-A and USB-C would be ideal, but maximum charging speed is a must.
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I don’t even know what that means.Does an LG 5k monitor count?
As long as you're using a UL listed and USB-IF certified charger you're fine.I would not trust a third party charger. As much as the new iPads cost, I would stick with Apple. The last thing you want to do is use a no name third party charger because you got it cheap, and it screws up / breaks / or catches your iPad on fire.
The other aspect is if there is a problem down the road, I wouldn't want to give Apple any room to say you used this charger and that is why it caused thus and thus. There is no wiggle room with the Apple charger. It is worth it to me to buy the Apple charger.As long as you're using a UL listed and USB-IF certified charger you're fine.
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But you're right users should shy away from cheap junk that fails to get these certifications. Even outside of the risk of damaging the iPad they can lead to fires that may cause serious damage to property or lead to loss of life.
How the hell is Apple going to know you’re not using the charger that came with your iPad?The other aspect is if there is a problem down the road, I wouldn't want to give Apple any room to say you used this charger and that is why it caused thus and thus. There is no wiggle room with the Apple charger. It is worth it to me to buy the Apple charger.
If there is a problem and someone contacts Apple, that question usually comes up. A lot of people tell the truth. I also wouldn't be surprised if the battery logs can identify an Apple charger being used.How the hell is Apple going to know you’re not using the charger that came with your iPad?
Because brands like Anker have both good reputations and way more options for multi-port chargers in various form factors.If there is a problem and someone contacts Apple, that question usually comes up. A lot of people tell the truth. I also wouldn't be surprised if the battery logs can identify an Apple charger being used.
And if someone's iPad were to catch fire, you can rest assured Apple will want to know what charger was used.
Why spend top dollar on an iPad and then look for third party options with a charger?
To answer the question, I have been all-in on iPad Pros (currently both sizes of 2018, used both for my small business and personal use) since 2017, and at this point I have several different Anker versions—60w with two USB-C, similar version with one USB-C and one USB-A, and four different versions of surge protector/power strips with built in USB-C ports and USB-A ports, for different rooms of the house. I also recently got a RAV-power version with two USB-C and two USB-A. Oh, and for quite awhile I’ve had the Scosche modular charging dock. So far so good on all of the above.What third-party chargers and cords do you recommend for the new iPads? A multi-port model with both USB-A and USB-C would be ideal, but maximum charging speed is a must.
So true. For travel, am I going to carry my iPad charger, watch charger, phone charger, etc., or am I going to want a single hub that charges all of these items (now needing both USB-A and USB-C connections) and I only need the cords?Because brands like Anker have both good reputations and way more options for multi-port chargers in various form factors.
My current travel setup is an Anker 2 USB-C and an Anker 1 USB-C and 1 USB-A, with USB-C cords for the iPads and the MagSafe Duo for my phone and watch. Then the spare USB-A port is just for whatever might come up (charging power banks, AirPods, etc.), and I have a cable with lightning, USB-C, and micro-USB (or mini-- whichever one is the more common one) ends.So true. For travel, am I going to carry my iPad charger, watch charger, phone charger, etc., or am I going to want a single hub that charges all of these items (now needing both USB-A and USB-C connections) and I only need the cords?
I never could figure out how that plugs in. Is there a wall wort?After seeing a few reviews, I picked up the below Ravpower 2 USB C, 2 USB A, 65W charger. One of my main points to get this one was that it has its own power cable, so the bulky part isn't in the Outlet.
https://www.ravpower.com/products/rp-pc136-pd-pioneer-65w-4-port-gan-tech-usb-c-charger
Yes, there is a cord to the wall (I have that one).I never could figure out how that plugs in. Is there a wall wort?
Does it have a normal plug or a wall wort?Yes, there is a cord to the wall (I have that one).
Normal plug.Does it have a normal plug or a wall wort?
Does it have a normal plug or a wall wort?
It's a pretty standard power cordI never could figure out how that plugs in. Is there a wall wort?
Because brands like Anker have both good reputations and way more options for multi-port chargers in various form factors.
I ordered one. It’s really fast charging the new iPad 12.9, and I like that it’s not this large weighty object plugging directly into the outlet. I think it will be great for traveling when receptacles are not always in the most convenient places and it can be impossible to plug in a big hub with 3-4 cords attached.