Until now my chargers have been outliving the devices they came with
I only replace them if they break, are lost or new technology comes out that makes sense to upgrade to. I think if you stick to that you can avoid making ewaste
Um, never?
I’ve lost chargers on several occasions, and I’ve switched from older ones to newer ones for faster charging, but the older ones still work as spares.
Cables, on the other hand…
Got my first phone in 1997, and I have yet to experience a charger needing to be replaced.
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Not often. I still use ones from 10 years ago. The only reason I typically buy a new one is because I’m relying more and more on USB C charging and things like my Steam Deck and laptop require a relatively high wattage
As often as the previous charger’s tech becomes obsolete.
Slightly off topic, but if you’re staying at a hotel and forget your charger, go to the front desk and ask if they have any extras. People tend to leave them behind, so the hotel usually has spares.
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when I brake them
Never
I break cables a lot but not the charger itself. Maybe once a year?
Quality chargers rarely break until some EOL date many years later due to age. At few “chargers” (PSU’s really) died in 24/7 use for my router which were likely lower quality.
I’ve never replaced either of my MagSafe chargers.
@IsThisLemmyOpen I replaced the phone charger in my car today after having it for 2 years. It got to the point where the phone would disconnect if you moved it even slightly.
I dont even remember when I got mine but its been 5+ years for sure.
