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Counterfeiters adding metal weights to fake Apple power adapters to dupe consumers

  • Counterfeiters are adding metal weights to fake Apple power adapters to deceive consumers, according to an investigation by Apple and Electrical Safety First.
  • The investigation revealed that 68% of the tested samples contained metal weights, compromising electrical separation and posing voltage hazards.
  • These added weights pose significant safety risks, exposing users to harmful voltage levels.
  • Consumers are advised to purchase power adapters only from Apple or recommended suppliers like Belkin or Anker to avoid risks.
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Daily ExpressDaily Express

Urgent UK iPhone warning – not following new advice will put you at risk

Apple iPhone users are being urged to check that their chargers aren't putting them at serious risk.

·United Kingdom
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Birmingham MailBirmingham Mail

iPhone owners warned over 'dangerous' chargers which are 'seriously compromised'

Apple iPhone owners have been warned of dangerous tactics being used by criminal counterfeiters flogging cheap chargers.

·Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Irish IndependentIrish Independent

How counterfeiters are duping consumers with fake Apple power adapters

Counterfeiters are adding metal weights to fake Apple power adapters to dupe consumers into thinking they are handling a genuine high-quality product, an investigation by the company and a UK charity has found.

·Ireland
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Oxford MailOxford Mail

Warning issued to Apple users as counterfeit power adapters trick consumers

A warning has been issued to Apple users as counterfeiters are adding metal weights to fake Apple power adapters to dupe consumers.

·Oxford, United Kingdom
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The IndependentThe Independent

Counterfeiters adding metal weights to fake Apple power adapters to dupe consumers

Apple and Electrical Safety First found the metal during an investigation of counterfeit and lookalike power adapters.

·London, United Kingdom
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Friday, February 28, 2025.
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