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Does Apple replace chargers under warranty?
Yes. The standard warranty applies to all accessories (cables, power adapters, etc) that came in the box with an Apple device. If you have AppleCare the devices are included in the extended plan. Also, separately purchased accessories have a standard 1 year warranty in the United States.
Why did Apple stop putting chargers?
Apple explained that by not giving out a charger it was able to reduce the size of the iPhone box thus making the packaging process more efficient. “Leaving out those adapters was a bold change for Apple, and a necessary one for our planet,” said Apple on the environment page of its website.
How long do Apple chargers last?
All of those devices require charging with lightning cables, and in my experience, with daily use we average about 3 to 6 months life-expectancy on each Apple OEM lightning cable.
How long do Apple Chargers last?
On average, an iPhone charger lasts one year in perfect working condition. After one year or so, the cable part near the port starts fraying. In extreme cases, the cable sheath may expose the conductors inside.
Does Apple replace damaged cords?
Apple won’t replace a damaged charging cable. But before going out to an Apple Store to buy, yet, another charging cable from Apple, look for better quality charging cables at local electronics stores that carry Apple products OR look online from Amazon for thicker, better quality cables.
Why do Apple Chargers break easily?
These issues are usually due to constant yanking, twisting and bending of the charging cable. If your iPhone charger isn’t Apple-certified and it keeps breaking, that’s because it’s of cheap quality.
Why do Apple Chargers break so fast?
The reason they are so easy to break has a lot to do the rubbery material used for the cable cover. If you play with the broken cables you will notice the material is not even as strong as paper! They might be light weight, but that can’t be the reason for apple to chose the material.