How do I know if I have a USB-C port?
How do I know if I have a USB-C port?
You'll know if you have a USB-C port if your device's port is oval and symmetrical. The majority of newly manufactured devices today have USB-C ports.
How do I know if I have a Lightning port?
How do I know if I have a Lightning port?
A Lightning connector is found on Apple devices such as the iPhone 5 toiPhone 14, as well as some iPads and AirPods. The connector is small and symmetrical, and can be inserted in either direction.
What does Strong cable mean?
What does Strong cable mean?
Strong cable refers to a cable that is specifically designed to be very robust and durable. The term is often used to describe cables that are reinforced to withstand high loads, harsh environments, and continuous bending. Reinforcements can include more durable connectors, reinforced insulation, and high tensile strength materials.
What does CE means on chargers?
What does CE means on chargers?
The CE mark on a charger indicates that the manufacturer guarantees the product complies with EU safety, health, and environmental requirements. The marking, which stands for Conformité Européenne, is a requirement for selling the product within the EU. It shows that the manufacturer has conducted an assessment and that the product meets the applicable regulations.
Why should you buy a charger from the Swedish market?
Why should you buy a charger from the Swedish market?
Swedish companies must comply with Swedish and European safety requirements that reduce the risk of fire and electric shock. Thanks to this, purchasing from a Swedish company means that the products have a higher level of electrical safety.
Electrical safety
To prevent fires and electric shock, Swedish companies must follow strict rules to reduce the risk that the product has serious deficiencies, such as too little insulation.
Liability
If you buy an electronic product from a party company the EU/ESS, there is no economic operator responsible for product safety. Swedish retailers are responsible for ensuring that the products meet these safety requirements.
Environment and sustainability
If you choose a cable from Smartline, you can be sure that it complies with the EU's new directives and also the new requirement for USB-C chargers.
This requirement means that all new electronic devices that are charged with a cable must have a USB-C port in the EU from the end of 2024.
Quality and reliability
Well-known brands sold through Swedish retailers generally show fewer defects in tests compared to low-cost models from unknown manufacturers.
Which charger should I choose?
How many watts can your phone actually handle? Take a look at the list and find the perfect charger that gives you fast and safe charging.
The word list
Chargers
GaN
GaN (gallium nitride) chargers are up to three times more efficient than traditional silicon chargers. They are smaller, generate less heat, and can charge devices up to ten times faster – thanks to improved power conversion and a compact design.
pps
PPS stands for Programmable Power Supply and is part of the USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) 3.0 standard. This allows the charger and device to communicate and fine-tune voltage (V) and current (A) during charging.
A regular USB-PD delivers voltage in fixed steps (e.g. 5V, 9V, 15V, 20V), but with PPS the charger can adjust the voltage continuously e.g. between 3.3V and 21V in small steps of 0.02V).
This way the device gets exactly the right voltage and current, which leads to the following:
- Less heat generation
- Higher efficiency
- Faster charging
PD
A USB-PD charger supports the USB Power Delivery standard, which provides higher power, faster charging, and safer, optimized power delivery by adapting it to the condition and needs of the device. For example: iPhone 8-11 Pro Max supports 18W PD charging iPhoneSE (2nd generation), iPhone 12 and later models support 20W PD charging.
Powerbanks
mAh
mAh, which stands for milliampere-hours, is a measure of a battery’s capacity to store electrical energy. It shows how much charge the battery can hold and how long it can power a device before needing to be recharged. A battery with a higher mAh rating can therefore provide longer usage time, similar to a larger gas tank allowing a car to travel longer distances.
qi
Qi is a wireless charging that is based on magnetic induction for smartphones, tablets and headphones. Instead of plugging in a charging cable, you place the device on the plate and charging starts. When a device with a receiving coil is placed in the field, the field induces an electric current in the device's coil, which charges the battery.
Qi2
Qi2 is a newer version of the standard that has improved charging power and efficiency, and allows charging up to 15W.
Qi 2.2
Qi 2.2 has an increased charging power from 15W to 25W, which is an increase of 66%. The new standard makes charging comparable to wired charging.
QC
QC stands for Quick Charger and is a technology for fast charging batteries. It is a technology that charges devices much faster than regular chargers. A regular charger can send 5V, but a Quick charge charger can increase the voltage to higher levels such as 9V and 12V. This way you get a faster charge.
Cables
MFI
Our Lightning cables are MFi certified, which means they are verified and licensed by Apple. If your cable has an MFi label, it also means:
- 100% compatible with Apple devices
- 100% safe to use, no risk of short circuit or other problems.
- USB-A to Lightning support delivers up to 12W
- USB-C Lightning support delivers up to 27W
Watt
Watt (W) is a unit used to measure power, which describes how quickly a device uses or generates energy. It can be likened to the speed at which electrical current passes through a cable.
Audio
ANC
ANC mode is an active noise cancellation and reduces unwanted background noise in your headphones.
Spatial mode
Spatial mode creates a 3D sound experience that makes it feel like sound is coming from all directions around you. It creates a more realistic experience by simulating how sound behaves in relation to life.
Commitments
In order to offer you products with the best quality and with the highest safety, we keep a close contact with our partners El-Kretsen, Naturvårdsverket and Kemikalieinspektionen. It’s important for us to always be up to date in creating the best possible products that follows safety rules and sustainable goals.
