WHY YOU SHOULDN’T LEAVE A CHARGER PLUGGED INTO AN OUTLET WHEN IT’S NOT IN USE

of people who leave chargers plugged in will never encounter a serious problem.

However, “unlikely” does not mean “impossible.”

Frayed cables, counterfeit charging adapters, dust accumulation, poor airflow, overloaded sockets, or electrical surges can all increase the possibility of overheating or equipment failure. In uncommon cases, chargers may become continue reading …