Is 2.5 watts too low?

I bought a 3 in 1 wireless charger and just discovered it’s only 2.5 watts. Since I use it on my nightstand I don’t need a fast charger - is it bad to use a low wattage charger? Gonna get the iPhone 15 and want to be sure it’ll be okay. Thank you!

Posted on Aug 11, 2023 11:05 AM

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3 replies

Aug 11, 2023 11:08 AM in response to mickeddie

It won't hurt anything but it may take a very long time to charge your phone, possibly even longer than the amount of time you spend in bed.

Aug 14, 2023 8:28 AM in response to mickeddie

That should be fine.

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Aug 11, 2023 11:54 AM in response to IdrisSeabright

Actually it’s 18w and 2.1 amps so I guess I’m ok.

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