my previous phones all had chargers, including Samsungs. My last phone was a Pixel 5 and I’m sure that had a charging plug in there.
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my previous phones all had chargers, including Samsungs. My last phone was a Pixel 5 and I’m sure that had a charging plug in there.
I’m just telling you the state of things now. you’re welcome to go to samsung.com and see for yourself.
Edit: took me one second to google, so here you go: https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/...harger-plug-are-not-included-as-in-box-items/
There are so many cheap, high quality GaN chargers out there now that are better in every way than Apple’s junk 5w freebie charger and whatever little wall wart everyone else includes. No point in them including them anymore. give it a few more years and they will all go away from every phone manufacturer. Like I said, Google already said future Pixels won’t have them.
Yeah I’m well aware of this, which is why I raised the idea of threatening a return. In future I’ll be sure to check my iPhone includes the display and battery just in case they remove those from the retail packaging too.
It’s a catch 22 for sure. I understand the ridiculousness of the proposition for a newcomer to the ecosystem.
At the same time, if Apple (and other manufacturers) hadn’t stopped bundling adapters with the phones, my pile of unused adapters would’ve continued growing. And a majority of those across millions of customers would end up in a landfill, even if there were good recycling options available.
A good choice would’ve been offering a redeemable coupon, one per AppleID per X years with the purchase of an iPhone… though I suppose that would be more difficult from a logistics standpoint than the route these manufacturers have chosen.
At the same time, if Apple (and other manufacturers) hadn’t stopped bundling adapters with the phones, my pile of unused adapters would’ve continued growing. And a majority of those across millions of customers would end up in a landfill, even if there were good recycling options available.
A good choice would’ve been offering a redeemable coupon, one per AppleID per X years with the purchase of an iPhone… though I suppose that would be more difficult from a logistics standpoint than the route these manufacturers have chosen.
Anker makes some excellent ones. They are smaller than Apple’s and you can use them with any other USB-c devices.
People complain about this, but I’d rather buy exactly what I need instead of having dozens of wasted power bricks in my drawer.
People complain about this, but I’d rather buy exactly what I need instead of having dozens of wasted power bricks in my drawer.
LoL. It's your $1500 man, being sarcastic in a public forum won't affect Apple.
My guess is you will be keeping the iphone and buy a charger, proving Apple that people don't mind.
so after reading some replies I just realised my pixel 5 plug will charge an iPhone.
I’m curious what would happen if you actually call Apple to complain. Maybe if enough people like you do it, they’ll change their stance.
Otherwise when iPhones go to USB-c, we may not usb-c to c cables in the box, because “people should already have those”.
Otherwise when iPhones go to USB-c, we may not usb-c to c cables in the box, because “people should already have those”.
LoL. It's your $1500 man, being sarcastic in a public forum won't affect Apple.
Nah, I think the advice I’ve been given is excellent. In future I’ll want to see a detailed packing list from apple before assuming anything is in the box.
People are right, we shouldn’t as consumers just assume the battery or display or power plug is in there. It’s our responsibility to check the phone is even included.
Oh good! That’s a win-win for all parties. My problem is I only have old USB A wall plugs from both iphones AND iPads, but they’re useless for the USB C smaller newer version.so after reading some replies I just realised my pixel 5 plug will charge an iPhone.
all I know is my phone is now happily charging with the pixel 5 plug… I had no idea this stuff was so complicated.
Sony doesn't even include a USB cable with theirs. That's right, you just get the phone, and that's it. But nobody talked how courageous Sony is...
The Samsung S22 Ultra doesn't come with a charging brick either. Welcome to the fold...
Sony doesn't even include a USB cable with theirs. That's right, you just get the phone, and that's it. But nobody talked how courageous Sony is...
That‘s a very Sony thing to do.
I expect Apple will do the same once they adopt USB C over the lighting port.
i know Sony still makes phones, but do they sell any?
Yeah this is the first time it bit me. If everyone is doing it then it was inevitable I was gonna get caught out by one of these companies. It just happened to be the year I chose an iPhone.
Interesting, I guess there’s no way to know for sure, but it seems possible or likely Samsung and Sony both started this after Apple did?Sony doesn't even include a USB cable with theirs. That's right, you just get the phone, and that's it. But nobody talked how courageous Sony is...
I used to be a huge Sony fanboy. I had an Xperia S and a tablet. Both has issues and customer support was nonexistent. Happy to say I never bought another phone from them. And happy to see them selling the number of phones they deserve as a result.
My girlfriend has the Ultra and we just bought an Anker 30w usb-c charging brick from Amazon.. Works like a charm and cheaper than the Samsung brick
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Yeah anker stuff is pretty good. I might buy one for faster charging if it works on an iPhone.
My girlfriend has the Ultra and we just bought an Anker 30w usb-c charging brick from Amazon.. Works like a charm and cheaper than the Samsung brick
Yeah anker stuff is pretty good. I might buy one for faster charging if it works on an iPhone.
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Actually (and surprisingly), they do. Sony only sells phones in a very limited market, and they focused on niche uses and customer segment, and their mobile division is actually back in black now.
Sony Registers A 25% Annual Increase In Smartphone Revenue
Sony recently published its quarterly financial results and there are a few positive takeaways as far as its smartphone division is concerned.
www.androidheadlines.com
There’s a big what’s in the box section on the order page that says there’s only the iPhone and a usb c to lightning cable.
I was surprised too when I purchased my 12ProMax back in the days. I went for Anker 20w USB-C charger. I've then bought a few more for my Apple Watch, and one for my dual charger to carry in my bag.
Anker is what Apple YouTubers use a lot. You can find great deals on Amazon. You can even buy the newer 30w USB-C chargers and your phone will charge even faster. Don't be pissed. Enjoy your new iPhone!
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Charge...1663556294&sprefix=anker,aps,262&sr=8-10&th=1
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OP has a point.
No matter what, I will hold this petty grudge with Apple because of this. I know we’re two years in but it is complete utter garbage that they don’t include a charging brick with any of their phones now. I don’t care if someone has twenty in their house. Let them have another.
No matter what, I will hold this petty grudge with Apple because of this. I know we’re two years in but it is complete utter garbage that they don’t include a charging brick with any of their phones now. I don’t care if someone has twenty in their house. Let them have another.