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  1. jev425

    Fastest car charger

    I have an iPhone X, what options are there for the fastest car chargers? Right now I have one that is 5v 2.1a. Not sure if that’s as fast as the iPhone charges.
  2. TechNismo

    Best Wireless Charger

    What is a a good wireless charger for the iPhone X (other than the Mophia and Belkin one Apple sells)? I want one that is cheaper than the one Apple is selling, but still decent quality. If possible can you also add the link to your comment.
  3. E

    In-Car Fast Charging - Charger & Cable Question

    With the 2017 iPhones having a wired fast charging capability, I'm hoping to set up a way to fast charge in my car via the cigarette lighter slot... Was wondering if you guys can help with some questions: 1. I read somewhere that I need a car charger that can deliver 18W or more, is that right...
  4. Mac03ForLife

    Anything I can do with a PB Duo Charger?

    Hello Community I have recently been handed a PowerBook Duo AC charger (The one with the 2 battery slots) Can I use this for anything except a PB Duo? Can I hack it in some way? Note that the power cord was NOT provided with this unit. Is this worth keeping, or better off being sent to the...
  5. S

    Slim UK Plug

    Hi All I've got a macbook pro 2016 model and find the USBC charger (80W) very bulky, particularly the plug, does anyone have any recommendations for alternative chargers that are more slimline? love the design of the laptop but design seems to be lacking on the charger side ? thanks Si
  6. Sovon Halder

    Dongle gone crazy. Is this normal ?

    Today I got this, Juiced Systems Bizhub: https://www.amazon.com/Juiced-Systems-BizHUB-Multiport-Ethernet/dp/B01JD9GN6I/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8 [Bought it because of solid recommendation from LinusTechTips] I noticed that whenever I remove connect a portable self powered external...
  7. Lightspeed65

    Macbook Pro 7.1 - slows down to full stop when charger is disconnected

    Hi there, I am looking for a solution for the following odd behavior of my MBP 7.1 2010. I The problem: MBP 7.1, 4 GB RAM, OS 10.11.6, 320 GB HD starts to slow down immediately after disconnecting the charger and letting the book run only on battery. Systems slows down to full stop within 10...
  8. ZapNZs

    Questions about USB-IF Certified charging adapters/bricks and passthrough hubs

    So I wanted a second charge cable that was shorter than the OEM Apple one, but was also braided so that it holds up to mobile usage over time. Finding one that was safe for the MacBook was quite easy, as this model is USB-IF certified and Nathan-K approved, (and if I ever get a 15-inch MBP TB...
  9. amelieocn

    Help please ! MagSafe 2 not working

    Hello everyone, Recently my MagSafe 2 charger has stopped working. As the cable isn't frayed and nothing else seems to be damaged, I was wondering if it could be linked to this white piece missing (see picture attached). My charger stopped working a couple days after that white piece fell off...
  10. U

    iPhone Interchanging between charger of Samsung, Nokia, Apple

    All the chargers from different makes provide USB interface which is then converted to lightning connector. Since USB standard is common for all, there should not be any problem in interchanging chargers of different makes. At least this should be valid for iPhone (this thread does not pertain...
  11. TomF1477

    MBPr 2012 turns black battery issue or logic board?

    My rMBP 15" mid 2012 is occasionally crashing with the computer shutting completely down (black screen) with no previous warning. I cannot turn the computer back on, when trying the battery low screen is showing. After connecting to the charger the computer boots and battery level shows the...
  12. rudychidiac

    Magsafe charger is overheating

    Hi guys, As the title says, my Magsafe "brick" is overheating whenever my MacBook Pro is charging (I have a 15" 2015 MacBook Pro) It's too hot that it burns the fingers. One of the two green LED lights stopped working The cable is yellow around the Magsafe brick, and is fraying. So my question...
  13. patrickkidd

    12V USB-C adaptor with amperage for 15" MacBook Pro 2016?

    Hello there! Has anyone seen a 12V auto plug to USB-C adaptor with enough wattage (8A I think?) to charge a 15" MacBook Pro 2016? Something like this but with higher wattage, and maybe just with a female USB-C plug so I can use my own wire...
  14. S

    MagSafe2 charger for mbp

    Am I the only user having real problems with the charger,I have just bought my 3rd charger in the 4 years I've owned the mbp15".At 79£ in the UK this is a totally unexpected expense.The charger runs very hot during charging and is the same for all the chargers I have bought-there is a design...
  15. fountaineer

    aluratek 3.1 amp wall charging plate

    I have the iPhone 5se and was wondering if its safe to use a 3.1amp usb charger. short and long term. It's the aluratek AUWCS02FR http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-ca/product/aluratek-aluratek-dual-usb-duplex-outlet-wallplate-auwcs02fr-white-auwcs02fr/10488232.aspx? I don't mind if it doesn't use...
  16. dk001

    rMB Trackpad Stutter

    Looking for some info / explanation ... rMB running the latest (10.12.4). It developed a stutter when using the built in trackpad. Everything looked good, was charged... It was looking good except for the stutter. Tried restarting, rebooting ... no joy. Found the stutter stopped when I...
  17. Shawzborne

    Any Third Party 87 Watt Chargers on the Market or Upcoming?

    Hi Everyone, Are there any third party 87 watt chargers on the market or upcoming? Please post company names, links and discuss with me below. Thank-you, Shawn
  18. vpontis

    iPhone battery case w/ swappable battery

    I make an iPhone battery case with a swappable battery. It comes with two batteries, so when the battery in the case is dead, you can swap out with the fully charged on you have at home. The case is called CoBattery and our goal is to ensure you never have to plug in your phone again. Here...
  19. abbyjm66

    Time to buy?

    I have a 2012 macbook pro that I was going to upgrade to the newest macbook pro in April-ish. My charger officially broke today and new chargers are $80. Should I buy the charger just to use it for two months or should I make the big purchase? Any other options are welcome... thanks!
  20. Z

    Charger alternatives for MBP15

    Hello Im looking for a new charger to charge my new 15inch macbook pro with touchbar. According to Apple's website this will cost me 115EUR just for a second charger. Does anybody have experience and recommend an alternative or should i just spend that amount on money on the one from Apple...