Is it bad to use 3rd party chargers?

Apparently, third-party chargers and lightning cables do not have this capability, so while they do work, they might end up frying that chip, and ultimately damaging your beloved iPhone.

Is it safe to use off-brand phone chargers?

People who use off-brand chargers are at an increased risk for electrical shock. Electrocution is one of the contributors to potential fires, and the safety measures to avoid injury are similar. If you choose to use a third-party charger unplug it from the outlet when it’s not in use and keep it out of your bed.

Is it safe to use non Apple Lightning cable?

Using a Non-Apple Charger is Dangerous. They say that charging your iPhone with non-Apple brand cell phone cables can damage your device. This is only half true. Just avoid using cheap knockoff cables and chargers as oftentimes they are less expensive due to a lack of safety mechanisms in the internal circuitry.

Why you should stop using other people’s iPhone cables?

“Criminals load malware onto charging stations or cables they leave plugged in,” The LA District Attorney’s Office warned, “which may infect the phones and other electronic devices of unsuspecting users.”

Can cable be hacked?

However, one of the cable’s connectors conceals a memory chip and an 802.11 Wi-Fi transmitter. Once connected to an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, the Hak5 O.MG cable creates a Wi-Fi hotspot. This allows a hacker to remotely access the device and use it as if they were holding it in their hands.

Is it safe to use third party power cables?

Apple cables (used in iphones and ipads) can be certified by Apple, giving you an indication of whether a cable is safe or not. certified 3rd party cables will be safe, but due to the increased complexity of the cables uncertified cables are a bit more risky. type C (used in recent high-end smartphones) is high risk.

What is the difference between Apple cables and third party cables?

Apple cables (used in iphones and ipads) can be certified by Apple, giving you an indication of whether a cable is safe or not. certified 3rd party cables will be safe, but due to the increased complexity of the cables uncertified cables are a bit more risky.

Does charging your iPhone with a cheap charger affect the battery?

For sure it would affect your battery life if it was a cheap charger and/or cable. as a consequence, when your battery is negatively affected your iPhone might start restarting randomly and so this could affect its performance.

Does Apple’s warranty cover damage caused by third party Chargers?

Apple’s warranty does not cover damage caused by use with a third party product that does not meet Apple’s specifications. thanks for all the replies. so if i charge my phone with an Apple certified charger or cable even if it’s a non-Apple product, there won’t be any problem?