my USB ports on my laptop work but do not charge by iPhone or watch sufficiently.

I have a MacBook Pro, catalina. The USB ports are working, however when I charge my iPhone or new watch through my computer it only charges them about 1/3. Can this be fixed?

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 10.12

Posted on Jul 25, 2023 7:49 AM

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WheelieNick

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Jul 25, 2023 7:59 AM in response to Pamquestion

Is optimied charging on your iPhone or watch on? This might prevent your watch to overcharge

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