What Type Of Charger For Iphone?
Charge your iPhone with USB-C
USB-C is a universally accepted standard that enables charging, syncing data, and playing audio and video. iPhone 15 and later models have a USB-C connector, which allows you to charge and connect to a variety of devices, including Mac, iPad, AirPods Pro 2 and later, and external storage devices.
- You can charge your iPhone with a USB-C cable and a power adapter that complies with the USB-C standard.
- This includes USB Power Delivery, like the cable that comes with your iPhone.
- These cables and power adapters are available from Apple and other manufacturers.
- Connect the cable to the USB-C connector on your iPhone and to a compatible USB-C power adapter.
- Plug the power adapter into a wall outlet.
- If you have a 20W USB-C power adapter or higher-wattage USB-C power adapter—like the one that came with your Mac laptop—you can use it with your iPhone for faster charging.
- You can also charge your iPhone by connecting it to the USB-C port on your computer.
iPhone 15 and later models
iPhone 15 and later models have a USB-C connector, which allows you to charge and connect to a variety of devices, including Mac, iPad, AirPods Pro 2 and later, and external storage devices.
- If the device that you're connecting to has a USB-C connector, use a USB-C cable that has a USB-C connector on each end, like the cable that came with your iPhone 15 and later.
- The USB-C cable that comes with your iPhone supports charging and USB 2 speeds.
- If you want to use a USB 3 device, use a compliant USB 3 cable that supports 10Gbit/s.
- Devices and cables that aren't compliant with the USB-C standard might not work as expected.
Starting with the iPhone 15 series, Apple transitioned to the industry-standard USB-C port. If you have an iPhone 15 or a newer model, you’ll notice that the charging port is now wider and oval-shaped, with a tiny board in the middle of the port. This means you’ll need a USB-C cable to charge your device.
- USB-C ports are the newer oval port that also has a little pin board in the middle of the oval.
- Again, this is only half of the cable though; on the other side of the cable, you need the correct connector to plug into your computer or power adapter.
- USB-C to USB-C cable.
- USB-C to USB-A cable
iPhone 14 and older models
The Lightning Era: iPhone 5 through iPhone 14
Apple Lightning ports on an iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone 13 mini (left), and a Lightning plug from an iPhone cable (right). Lightning ports are hollow in the middle and oval shaped. Lightning connectors are reversible, and are distinctive with the visible pins on the exterior of the connector.
- That’s only half of the puzzle though; on the other end of the Lightning cable, you need the appropriate connector to plug into your power source or computer as well!
- It’s necessary to consider both the port on your phone and the port on the power adapter or computer you plan to use when choosing your cable.
- Lightning to USB-A cable
- Lightning to USB-C cable. This is the newer, more versatile oblong-shaped connector.
- It’s becoming the industry standard and is found on most newer devices, including new power adapters, many computers and even the newer iPhones.
- Make sure you look at both ends of the cable to make sure they match up with what you expect.
In the box
- iPhone 14
- USB-C to Lightning Cable
- Documentation
As part of our efforts to reach carbon neutrality by 2030, iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus do not include a power adapter or EarPods. Included in the box is a USB‑C to Lightning Cable that supports fast charging and is compatible with USB‑C power adapters and computer ports.
We encourage you to re‑use your current USB‑A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones, which are compatible with these iPhone models. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.
Power adapter and fast charging
While this article focuses on cables, it's crucial to remember that the charging involves two key components:
- The cable:
- the two-sided connector that plugs into both the iPhone and into a power adapter/computer.
- The power adapter (power brick):
- this device plugs into the wall and has a USB-A or USB-C to which the other end of the cable plugs into.
- When choosing a power adapter, make sure it has the right port compatible with the cable you intend to use.
- Additionally, ensure it supports the correct power output for optimal charging.
- Apple recommends using its own power adapters, but many reputable third-party options are available.
Fast charging: iPhone 8 series and later support fast charging. To utilize fast charging, you will need a USB power adapter that supports Power Delivery (PD) 2.0, that is at least 18W (or even up to 30W for iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 series). That means a you're going to be using USB-C for the power brick side of the cable, and you want to make sure that your cable supports fast charging.
- Fast-charge capable: up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes20W adapter or higher paired with USB-C charging cable (available separately)
- Testing conducted by Apple in August 2022 using preproduction iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus units and software and accessory Apple USB‑C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305).
- Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units.
- Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
- With the Power Delivery (PD) protocol, the iPhone and power adapter will negotiate the amount of power that should be sent to the phone, so it is ok to use a higher wattage PD adapter than what your iPhone needs.
Wireless charging options
- MagSafe wireless charging up to 15W
- Qi wireless charging up to 7.5W
- Wireless chargers sold separately.
MagSafe charging was introduced with the iPhone 12 and continues to be a feature in the latest iPhone models. MagSafe charging is wireless and utilises magnets to ensure perfect alignment between the charger and the device. When paired with a 30W power adapter MagSafe charging supports speeds of up to 25W, and up to 15W charging with a 20W adapter.
Qi charging offers wireless power delivery ranging from 5W to 15W. The latest protocol Qi2 features standard 15W charging and incorporates magnets similar to Apple’s MagSafe technology.
Cable and data transfer
It’s important to remember that there are two ends on charging/data cable: the side that connects to your iPhone and the side that connects to your power brick or computer.
- If you are connecting your iPhone to a computer to transfer photos/videos or make a backup often, you will want to use a USB cable that supports the fastest data transfer rate your iPhone can handle.
- Also important note: just because a USB cable supports charging, does not necessarily mean it supports data transfer.
- If you want to use the cable for data transfer, be sure a cable you buy says it is a data cable versus a charging cable.
- A "charge only" cable does not support data transfer.
- For iPhone 14 and lower: your Lightning data connection supports up to USB 2.0.
- Any cable that supports data transfer should support USB 2.0 - easy!
- For iPhone 15/15 Plus, iPhone 16/16 Plus, iPhone 17/17 Air: the not-Pro model iPhone 15, iPhone 16, and iPhone 17 series support USB 2.0 transfer speeds.
- For iPhone 15 Pro/15 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro/16 Pro Max, and iPhone 17/17 Pro Max: the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro series support USB 3 data transfer speeds.
- To utilize this faster USB data transfer protocol, you will need to ensure that you have a USB port on your computer that supports USB 3.0 or higher.
- Additionally, you will want to make sure the USB cable you select says it supports USB 3.0.
