The iPhone 16 is coming next week and if there’s one thing we know for sure, it’ll have a USB-C port. After the iPhone 15 finally dumped Lightning, all of Apple’s devices can charge with the same cable. But since Apple hasn’t supplied a charger in the box since the iPhone 12, you’ll need to bring your own—and Apple’s 35W dual-port charger is one of the best, especially when it’s at an all-time-low price: Amazon is selling Apple’s 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter for $40, a savings of $19.
This power adapter has a pair of down-facing USB-C ports for neat cable management and a compact design with folding prongs for east travel. Either port can deliver 35 watts individually, with enough power to fast charge an iPhone and Apple Watch at the same time:
- If you connect a Mac laptop and an iPhone or iPad, each device receives up to 17.5W.
- If you connect an iPhone and an iPad, each device receives up to 17.5W.
- If you connect a Mac laptop or iPhone and an Apple Watch or AirPods, the Mac laptop or iPhone receives up to 27.5W and the Apple Watch or AirPods receive up to 7.5W.
So whether you need a new power adapter or have an old one lying around, this charger will quickly become your favorite. So go grab one before the price shoots back up. And while you’re at it, you can grab an extra official 60W USB-C cable for $15 (20% off) as well.
You can also check out our roundup of the best iPhone chargers for other options.
Author: Michael Simon, Executive Editor, Macworld
Michael Simon has been covering Apple for more than 20 years. He started covering rumors with Spymac when the iPod was the iWalk, and has owned nearly every iPhone Apple has ever made. He lives in Connecticut with his wife, son, and far too many gadgets.