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Amazon Basics 68W GaN Wall Charger w/ 2 USB-C Ports for $18.99 - $3 off with coupon code
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Features:- Fast charging: 68-watt combined USB Power Delivery PD 3.0 (USB-C 60 watt, USB-C 18 watt) for high-speed charging of compatible devices, like iPhone, iPad Pro, Samsung Galaxy, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and more
- GaN technology: GaN components waste less power and produce less heat (compared to silicon), which results in a more efficient charge
- Compact size: small but powerful thanks to innovative GaN technology; design includes a foldable plug for travel-friendly portability
- Safety features: integrated over-voltage, overheating, and short-circuit protection to keep connected devices safe
- Output one port: PD 3.0 (USB-C1 Port): 5V ⎓ 3A / 9V ⎓ 3A / 15V ⎓ 3A /20V ⎓ 3A (Up to 60W); Output dual ports: (USB-C1 Port): 5V ⎓ 3A / 9V ⎓ 3A / 15V ⎓ 3A /20V ⎓ 2.5A (Up to 50W), PD 3.0 (USB-C2 Port): 5V ⎓ 3A / 9V ⎓ 2A (Up to 18W)
- Charging speed varies depending on the device
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Power Delivery (PD) is a specification for handling higher power and allows a range of devices to charge quickly over a USB connection. It functions by facilitating communication between two devices to negotiate a power contract so they can determine how much power can be pulled from the charger.
basically, it'll account for power surges or low power (etc.) and maintain a steady flow of electrons to your device and not fry it if your power generator sucks, when you're trying to dump a lot of power to your devices to quick charge (layman simplified terms) the smarter ones will also check temperature and such; then trickle charge your device to avoid bursting your poor lithium-polymer battery
For example Samsung phones 45W fast charging requires PPS
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I did the same. If it doesn't work, I can always return it but specs wise and form factor wise it looks better than Amazon basics
they are junk, getting them to process a warranty replacement was like pulling teeth and no one knew how to do it. finally found someone who did.
so far, over the last year i purchased them, they have a 50% failure rate. garbage
I own a 65 water single USB C port and ain't nuttin wrong with it. It IS UL listed not like your Anker overpriced charger.
- Amazon basics can do single port 60W and dual port at 50W + 18W
- Oraimo can do single port 65W, dual port at 45W + 20W and tiple port at 45+15 (15W on Port 2 and 3 combined)
- Oraimo also supports PPS (3.3-20v, 3.25A)
Given the specs and $4 cheaper, Oraimo 65W charger seems to be a better deal. Thoughts?Penny wise pound foolish. Homeboy risking his thousand dolla puter on 4 Dolla savings. Also risk inferno at his landlords crib. That device UL?
It is FCC and CE certified.
I have 6 of the single port 65W model you mention bought during last year's prime day, 3 of them failed. Amazon Customer Service was hilarious to deal with. No one even knew how to handle the warranty replacement process. Most weren't even aware that Amazon Basics had a warranty they just kept parroting I was beyond the return period. Meanwhile the included paperwork states 1 year warranty. The 1-800 support said to do chat support, chat support said to call the 1-800, which then said do chat support. It was a freak clown show. Many have the same issue as discussed countless times in the Amazon subreddit. Anyone who cares about their electronics and who desires a minimum acceptable threshold of reliability in 2024, avoids garbage like this. But for people who like to buy unreliable garbage electronics, I guess this would be great for someone you. Enjoy that UL sticker that Amazon paid for and slapped on their piece of trash charger.
"This was great until it wasn't. Woke up to a burning smell and tracked it to this. Oh well I guess. Amazon Basics usually has quality down, but I'd avoid this one."
"Both chargers stopped working after 4 months. Amazon was quick to send warranty replacements, but the chargers are not reliable. I can't depend on them for trips or outings because they will randomly brick without explanation. Not good."
"The charging block stopped working properly after about 2 months of usage. I'm using it to charge a MacBook. It is advertised as having ample power (65W) compared to the OEM charging block (30W) but whenever it's plugged in the power feed is intermittent, switching on and off every few seconds. When I switch back to the Apple charging block the charging works fine. Overall, I was disappointed by the quick failure and no obvious way to find a replacement or return the product."
"This thing lasted 5 months. No replacement, refund only. Better buy Anker."
"My son used this as a backup to charge his school laptop if he forgot to charge it at home. He barely used the thing. It's a brick after 6 months. Seriously, it was used maybe 100 hours total, come on. If you're going to stick your name on it...AMAZON, at least have the decency to support you junk and exchange it."
"Defective item does not work, disappointed."
"I thought this would be super convenient for fast charging and two kinds of connections. But only a few months later it no longer charges out of the USB connection. I expect that from a $2 cheapo product. Not from a $20 product with the Amazon name on it."
You are right, it doesn't has PPS. Amazon link of the original product mentions the same:
Amazon Basics 68W Two-Port GaN Wall Charger with 2 USB-C Ports (60W, 18W) with PD for Laptops, Tablets & Phones (iPhone 15/14/13/12/11/X, iPad, MacPro, Samsung & more), non-PPS, Black https://a.co/d/hNDkn3d
I have 6 of the single port 65W model you mention bought during last year's prime day, 3 of them failed. Amazon Customer Service was hilarious to deal with. No one even knew how to handle the warranty replacement process. Most weren't even aware that Amazon Basics had a warranty they just kept parroting I was beyond the return period. Meanwhile the included paperwork states 1 year warranty. The 1-800 support said to do chat support, chat support said to call the 1-800, which then said do chat support. It was a freak clown show. Many have the same issue as discussed countless times in the Amazon subreddit. Anyone who cares about their electronics and who desires a minimum acceptable threshold of reliability in 2024, avoids garbage like this. But for people who like to buy unreliable garbage electronics, I guess this would be great for someone you. Enjoy that UL sticker that Amazon paid for and slapped on their piece of trash charger.
"This was great until it wasn't. Woke up to a burning smell and tracked it to this. Oh well I guess. Amazon Basics usually has quality down, but I'd avoid this one."
"Both chargers stopped working after 4 months. Amazon was quick to send warranty replacements, but the chargers are not reliable. I can't depend on them for trips or outings because they will randomly brick without explanation. Not good."
"The charging block stopped working properly after about 2 months of usage. I'm using it to charge a MacBook. It is advertised as having ample power (65W) compared to the OEM charging block (30W) but whenever it's plugged in the power feed is intermittent, switching on and off every few seconds. When I switch back to the Apple charging block the charging works fine. Overall, I was disappointed by the quick failure and no obvious way to find a replacement or return the product."
"This thing lasted 5 months. No replacement, refund only. Better buy Anker."
"My son used this as a backup to charge his school laptop if he forgot to charge it at home. He barely used the thing. It's a brick after 6 months. Seriously, it was used maybe 100 hours total, come on. If you're going to stick your name on it...AMAZON, at least have the decency to support you junk and exchange it."
"Defective item does not work, disappointed."
"I thought this would be super convenient for fast charging and two kinds of connections. But only a few months later it no longer charges out of the USB connection. I expect that from a $2 cheapo product. Not from a $20 product with the Amazon name on it."
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Is that your angle? Just go around making shit up?
Overtaxed?
The reviews speak for themselves.
If they can't be used, then they're garbage.
With garbage customer service.
But please do enjoy your UL sticker.
They got a section for chargers. I don't recall.