What is a power adapter for iphone

Use fast charge with certain iPhone models. You can recharge your iPhone up to 50 percent battery in around 30 minutes.

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What is an adapter for iPhone?
Do I need an adapter for iPhone?
What does Apple power adapter do?
How do I know what power adapter my iPhone has?

You can fast charge your iPhone 8 and later up to 50 percent battery in around 30 minutes.1

Fast charging works when you use an Apple USB-C to Lightning cable and one of these adapters:

Apple 18W, 20W,2 29W, 30W, 35W, 61W, 67W, 87W, or 96W, or 140W USB-C Power Adapter
A comparable third-party USB-C power adapter that supports USB Power Delivery (USB-PD)

If you're not sure which Apple Power Adapter you have, check the wattage on the top or bottom of the adapter:

1. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2017 using preproduction iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus units and software, and in August 2018 using preproduction iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR units and software, with accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapters (18W Model A1720, 29W Model A1540, 30W Model A1882, 61W Model A1718, 87W Model A1719). Testing conducted by Apple in August 2019 using preproduction iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapters (18W Model A1720, 29W Model A1540, 30W Model A1882, 61W Model A1947, and 87W Model A1719). Testing conducted by Apple in February 2020 using preproduction iPhone SE (2nd generation) units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapters (18W Model A1720 and 30W Model A1882). Testing conducted by Apple in September 2020 using preproduction iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305). Fast-charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Charge time varies with environmental factors; actual results will vary. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2021 using preproduction iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305). Testing conducted by Apple in February 2022 using preproduction iPhone SE (3rd generation) units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305). Testing conducted by Apple in August 2022 using preproduction iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305). Fast-charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.

2. You need a 20W or higher power adapter to fast charge your iPhone 12 and later.

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Published Date: October 20, 2022

¹ Testing conducted by Apple in August 2017 using pre-production iPhone X, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus units and software, and in August 2018 using pre-production iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapters (18W Model A1720, 29W Model A1540, 30W Model A1882, 61W Model A1718, 87W Model A1719). Testing conducted by Apple in August 2019 using pre-production iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapters (18W Model A1720, 29W Model A1540, 30W Model A1882, 61W Model A1947 and 87W Model A1719). Testing conducted by Apple in February 2020 using pre-production iPhone SE (2nd generation) units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapters (18W Model A1720 and 30W Model A1882). Testing conducted by Apple in September 2020 using preproduction iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305). Fast-charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Charge time varies with environmental factors; actual results will vary.

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You can use the Apple 12W USB Power Adapter to charge your iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, and other Apple accessories, like AirPods and Siri Remote. Just connect your device to the power adapter with the USB to Lightning cable, or Apple Watch charger that came with your device.

Some USB-C Power Adapters and the Apple USB-C to Lightning cable are fast-charge compatible with certain iPhone and iPad models.

With the 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter, you can charge two devices at the same time.

What is an adapter for iPhone?

You can connect iPhone to a power outlet using its charging cable (included) and a compatible power adapter (sold separately). You can use the following Apple USB power adapters to charge iPhone. The size and style may vary depending on the country or region.

Do I need an adapter for iPhone?

Apple iPhones are dual voltage and do not require a converter. Your iPhone will work anywhere in the world with the correct country adapter. Going In Style has made it easy to choose the correct adapter for your iPhone.

What does Apple power adapter do?

Overview. Use this compact and convenient USB-based power adapter to charge your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with Lightning connector at home, on the road, or whenever it's not connected to a computer. You can connect the adapter directly to your device via the Lightning connector.