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In response to "wait, what? Also, can we talk adaptor vs converter for European Apple product charging?" by Andie

You don't need a converter, only the adapter. Almost all modern electronics can handle 110v or 240v.

Posted by spamlet Sep 23 '14, 12:06

Otherwise they'd have to build two different types of power bricks. This way, they build one and use it everywhere.

Note: electric razors and hair dryers are the exception to this rule. They can catch fire if you use them without a converter.

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thanks, -- nm - Andie Sep 23, 12:07 4
- If you want to check, they'll always be stamped with the voltage they can handle. It's in the tiny print somewhere on the charger. -- nm - spamlet Sep 23, 12:08 3
  - which you'll need a magnifying glass to read - decline Sep 23, 12:09 2
    - it's true - i looked earlier, i couldn't read it! - Andie Sep 23, 12:11 1
      - FWIW, I don't even own a converter. -- nm - spamlet Sep 23, 12:12

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You don't need a converter, only the adapter. Almost all modern electronics can handle 110v or 240v.

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