Can picking the wrong charger damage your expensive new smartphone purchase? Here's the facts you need to know.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/20241961

Can picking the wrong charger damage your expensive new smartphone purchase? Here’s the facts you need to know.

  • Randomgal@lemmy.caEnglish
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    3 hours ago

    Could you say more? What model pixel and what temp? I’ve never noticed mine getting hotter than a mild warmth.

    • yesmeisyes@sopuli.xyzEnglish
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      3 hours ago

      I have a Pixel 8 and often use a generic 65W charger with it. The phone gets noticeably hot when charging more than 20%, I try to keep it between 40-80%.