Comment on Is it OK to leave device chargers plugged in all the time? An expert explains
taladar@sh.itjust.works 2 months agoI would argue that you are much more likely to break the cable physically by constant unplugging and replugging.
Comment on Is it OK to leave device chargers plugged in all the time? An expert explains
taladar@sh.itjust.works 2 months agoI would argue that you are much more likely to break the cable physically by constant unplugging and replugging.
Ilovethebomb@lemm.ee 2 months ago
Or wear out the wall switch.
ftbd@feddit.org 2 months ago
I have never heard of someone having to replace their wall outlets due to wear and tear
Atropos@lemmy.world 2 months ago
As someone who just moved into a 1965 house - yep, plugs absolutely wear out. These are some sloppy bois.
ftbd@feddit.org 2 months ago
Around here, people usually have to replace the wiring in such old houses, since they tend to only have two wires (i.e. no PE). But the Schuko sockets themselves are most likely fine.
Zak@lemmy.world 2 months ago
I’ve encountered a number of outlets in American airports that should be replaced due to wear. They have very little friction on the prongs after millions of uses.
NotAnotherLemmyUser@lemmy.world 2 months ago
Life pro tip: bend the prongs a little to give your device more grip if you encounter outlets like this.