Charging the mobile is one of the most common practices in our day to day. It is a very simple task, but the vast majority tend to ignore basic issues that not only will not allow you to take advantage of the full potential of the charge, but could also end up damaging the device itself. That is why we must be very careful with our phone chargers.
Currently, practically all smartphones boast large battery capacities and quite considerable fast charging speeds, although you have to be careful with aspects like the latter. However, there are more reasons why a charger can be dangerous and in this publication we are going to expose them all so that you are careful.
Be careful when using chargers in poor condition
As a general rule, manufacturers usually include the charger in the box with the mobile, with the exception of Apple and the high-end Samsung. Regardless of this, many continue to use another type of charger despite having the official brand. In fact, a study carried out by the American College of Emergency Physicians reveals that unofficial chargers may not comply with safety regulations, generating different problems for the user.
Among the most notable inconveniences they point out: burns, breathing difficulties, electricity discharges and even cardiovascular diseases. One piece of evidence that generic chargers are unreliable is an investigation by Electrical Safety First. In this test, Apple offered up to 64 of these chargers and the result was very indicative, since 58% failed in terms of electrical resistance. So it is essential to use the officer by the company in question and pay attention to these recommendations so as not to suffer the consequences:
Very old chargers
Like any other technological device, chargers have a useful life and over time they not only lose effectiveness, but are also more prone to power failures. This is because the components that constitute it deteriorate and therefore can be detrimental to your integrity.
Charger without safety certificate
A charger has to go through a recognition that verifies that it meets quality and safety standards. Checking this feature in generic chargers is complicated, although this information should appear in the product description. In any case, we recommend choosing the officers that comply 100% with this measure.
Throw it away if it has bare wire
One of the most common damages suffered by chargers has to do with the cable breaking or ending up peeling and showing the fibers that make it up. This is an inconvenience that many tend to overlook and cover with electrical tape, although this is a big mistake, since the damage is done and it can cause electric shocks or lightning strikes.
Nothing to use the charger of another mobile
Each charger has a certain power and voltage, just as each smartphone supports certain amounts of these measurements. Precisely for this reason it is not advisable to mix charger and mobile from different companies. Mainly use the one that came with your device or go to the official store to buy one specifically for yours.
