Are off brand Apple chargers bad?

Yes and no. If you get an apple certified charger, it will most probably only damage your battery as much as the apple charger, if not less. However, if you want to buy those cheap or even expensive chargers from a non certified producer, there is no telling what it might do to your phone.

Why do charging cables always break?

Pressure and tension is not good for the cable. One of the most common causes of cable breakage is due to it being squashed and heavily bent by tension or pressure. The point where the plug connector meets the cable is the most likely place for it to fray.

How long do charging cords 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. And that’s when using that cable becomes dangerous.

Why do so many lightning cables fail?

The most common reason why iPhone cables stop working is primarily because of how old they can be after being used day in and day out. It is as simple as that, but since we tend to favor the precious cable that’s been with us since our iPhone 6 back when it came out, we forget that we have a new cable at our disposal.

Are braided cables better?

A good-quality nylon-braided cable is going to last you a lot longer than the cable Apple ships to you in the box. The woven exterior of the cable not only provides crucial structural integrity that will prevent tearing and fraying from everyday use, but also helps it withstand especially extreme forms of punishment.

How long do Apple cables last?

Apple’s own cables are the worst, barely lasting six months before the coating deteriorates and the cable starts breaking at the strain relief.

How do I stop my Macbook charger from breaking?

Taking a small piece of electrical tape, I cut the heads off the matchsticks and put them on each side of the cord. Wrap electrical tape around them as tightly as you can — the stretchiness of this kind of tape really helps.

How do I stop my charger cable from breaking?

The “roadie wrap” is the best way to wrap your charging cables. Avoid excessive bending of cables, or wrapping them up too tightly. Bending the cable, particularly at the point where the cable joins the plug, is the leading cause of damage over time.