‘Vampire power’ is real.

How many chargers do you own? We’re surrounded by rechargeable electronic devices – mobile phones, laptops, smart watches, headphones, e-bikes and more.

You might have a phone charger plugged in next to your bed without ever bothering to switch it off at the wall or unplugging it when not in use. The same might go for a laptop charger by your desk.

But is that risky to do? And are there hidden costs associated with leaving chargers plugged in all the time?

  • webghost0101@sopuli.xyzEnglish
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    6 days ago

    Tldr; this about the charger adapters themselves and not about devices.

    Yes, the amount of vampire power drain is neglectable and safe for modern chargers but many can add up to some costs.