You can charge different iPhone and iPad models the same way, but it does not mean you should. There are subtle differences between how the iPhone 17 battery charges as opposed to the earlier models, and getting it right can extend the life of the device. You can’t be expected to know the secret formula, but Anker’s 45W Nano Charger with smart display does, and charges with optimal effectiveness specific to each device.
This ultra-compact, ultra-intelligent charger is a must-have for iPhone and iPad users, and right now at Amazon it’s only $28 — a fat 30% markdown from its already-reasonable $40 regular price. Predictably, it’s moving very quickly at this low price, so don’t sleep on this one.
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Little Charger, Big Brain
Anker has been continuously improving its Nano charger line for a few years now, and this version adds a display and iPhone-specific intelligence to what was already a compact, capable charging block. The screen needs just a tap to see real-time charging status, double-tap to switch between modes, or hold for two seconds to rotate the orientation. It turns off automatically after a minute so it’s not lighting up your nightstand all night. It’s a small quality-of-life addition, but if you’ve ever plugged in a phone at night and had no idea whether it was actually charging, the feedback is genuinely useful.
