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Apple Watch 8

Why doesn’t the adapter to charge the watch fit into any of my usb ports. Have an I phone se. Wasn’t told I needed a special usb


Posted on Apr 24, 2023 6:29 AM

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Posted on Apr 24, 2023 7:02 AM

The current range of Apple Watch are all capable of fast charging with their supplied charger when it is driven by an approved USB-C power adapter. Your watch can also be charged by the older USB-A type chargers if you have one around from a previous Apple Watch. However, to reflect the current rend for eco-usage, waste reduction, and for reduced cost Apple does not supply a power adaptor with each device because many customers already have many power adapters which can be used.


If you don't have a matching pair of charger and power adapter, you seem to have a choice. You can add either a suitable USB-A cable which will fit your existing USB-A power adapters,

Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable (1 m) - Apple

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you can add a USB-C power adapter which will work with the new Watch Charger cable. Without knowing where you live around the world I can't suggest the exact type for wall plug matching, but my generic options would be the 20W charger

Buy 20W USB-C Power Adapter - Apple

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The 35W dual port charger, because I love the one I have for charging 2 devices when I travel

35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter - Apple


I think those links should give you the general idea and point you at a suitable solution but you might have to search a little to get your local version in your home currency.


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Apr 24, 2023 7:02 AM in response to josiebrown

The current range of Apple Watch are all capable of fast charging with their supplied charger when it is driven by an approved USB-C power adapter. Your watch can also be charged by the older USB-A type chargers if you have one around from a previous Apple Watch. However, to reflect the current rend for eco-usage, waste reduction, and for reduced cost Apple does not supply a power adaptor with each device because many customers already have many power adapters which can be used.


If you don't have a matching pair of charger and power adapter, you seem to have a choice. You can add either a suitable USB-A cable which will fit your existing USB-A power adapters,

Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable (1 m) - Apple

-or-

you can add a USB-C power adapter which will work with the new Watch Charger cable. Without knowing where you live around the world I can't suggest the exact type for wall plug matching, but my generic options would be the 20W charger

Buy 20W USB-C Power Adapter - Apple

-or-

The 35W dual port charger, because I love the one I have for charging 2 devices when I travel

35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter - Apple


I think those links should give you the general idea and point you at a suitable solution but you might have to search a little to get your local version in your home currency.


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