If the new iphone 12 doesn't have a charging box, how do you charge it?

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If the new iphone 12 doesn't have a charging box, how do you charge it?

Hello,

I don't do wireless charging. What adaptor will I need to charge my new phone? Do you have to buy a new box also? I am confused why they did lightning to USB-C.

Thank you

Posted on Oct 15, 2020 10:17 AM

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deggie

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Oct 15, 2020 12:49 PM in response to imrosaliec

USB-C allows fast charging and has other advantages. If you have an older power adapter with USB-A and you still have a USB-A to Lightning cable use them.

Is there a reason you don't do wireless charging?

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Oct 15, 2020 1:03 PM in response to deggie

Always wondered if it was bad for devices. Just felt safer using actual Apple products. My iPad is USB-C to USB-C, but would that box be too much power to use for the iPhone? Had to buy the cable that had a USB end to back up and synch with my mac. I don't use the cloud either.

I have seen charging box station things that are for USB-C like from Best Buy and Amazon. Are they ok for Apple products?

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imrosaliec Author

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Oct 15, 2020 1:20 PM in response to deggie

Thank you! Actually I do use Mophie products, but unfortunately their last charging case I bought for my X, was crap and took you to about 27% instead of 100% which I was used to.

I was worried that the iPad box would be too much of a charge for the phone.

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deggie

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Oct 15, 2020 1:06 PM in response to imrosaliec

Your iPad power adapter will work just fine. Any charger that is made for iPhone/Apple certified will work fine. I've used a Mophie wireless charger for my past 3 phones, no issues.

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If the new iphone 12 doesn't have a charging box, how do you charge it?

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