I'm currently using a 12W power adapter to charge my iPad mini. Originally, it comes with a 5W adapter however I got it replaced since the charging stops at -+ 90%. The 12W adapter charges the device faster compared to the 5W adapter. Thus, allowing the device to draw more power. Will it affect my battery life in the long run? Should I have it replaced by a 5W charger instead?
iOS 6.1.3
No it wont damage the iPad mini.
No it wont damage the iPad mini.
Will it be as safe as charging it using a 5W adapter? How about in the long run, Will it be detrimental compared to using a 5W adapter.
Thank you for your answer.
The iPad Mini will only use as much current from the 12W charger as it can handle so there is no danger of harming the iPad Mini.
The output of the 5W charger is 5V - 1A. On the other hand, the 12W has an output of 5.2V - 2.4A. Will the .2 Voltage output difference be harmful.?
Since it will only use the power that it can handle, will the remaining power output of the adapter be dissipated as heat? Heat is not good when we are charging.
Read the Compatibility section for the 12W charger here: http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD836LL/A/apple-12w-usb-power-adapter?fnode=3c
It is compatible with the iPad Mini. You will have no problems charging the Mini with it.
How much convincing are you going to need? I'll up it to three people telling you it is fine. Not, of course, counting Apple, who show it as fine in the App Store. They probably know even better than us.....
Does faster charging (12W) damage's the iPad mini's battery in the long run?
