You likely already own a surge protector or some sort of adapter that extends your wall outlet. Still, these options are bit bulky, and even if you have multiple extended outlets available, ...

Your new iPhone 12 will have a USB-C to Lightning cable — but no AC power adapter. Here are some great choices for adapters, if your tech drawer isn't already full of them. Using USB-C to charge your ...

Apple made the bold decision this year in that, as part of its environmental initiative, all iPhone 12 models do not ship with a companion wall adapter. All you get in the box is a USB-C to Lightning ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The USB-C connector has seen mass adoption over the past decade, and is now found on nearly every device from expensive phones and laptops to ...

is an editor covering deals and gaming hardware. He joined in 2018, and after a two-year stint at Polygon, he rejoined The Verge in May 2025. A few fast-charging USB-C wall adapters are more ...

With USB-C finally more or less standard across phones, tablets and laptops, and fewer and fewer manufacturers including chargers in the box with their products, you’ve probably found yourself in need ...