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Originally Posted by odamizu
If I'm understanding correctly, Sony #1 and Kindle #1 are the same, and most USB chargers can be used with most devices, which will only draw the amount they need, but it's not 100% sure so there's always a risk (generally small) of frying your device if you don't use the "official" charger that goes with it? Does that pretty much sum it up?
So the safest thing is to buy the "official" charger or use one with the exact equivalent voltage and amperage?
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For what it is worth, I've used many chargers with many different USB-devices, including my Kindle Paperwhite. Most USB-chargers are 5 volts, and between 1 and 2 Amps. If a device supports it, a charger with higher amps will charge it faster.
Just look at the specs of the original charger. If it's 5V, and 1 or 2 Amps, it can be used with most devices that charge through USB, and it can be replaced by a generic, off-brand charger of good quality. If the charger is different, such as 9V 2A, for example, it will probably have its own plug that is not (micro)-USB.
I've been using (micro/mini)-USB chargers for over 10 years now, all of them between 5V/1A and 5V/2A, and I've never had a problem; I do use chargers of a good brand though. Don't just pick an $2 charger from e-bay. They can be shoddy. While they adhere to electrical specifications, build quality often leaves much to be desired.
Spoiler:
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Originally Posted by Bricorn
What we forget is that electricity isn't a willing servant, it's a chained demon. .
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Very aptly, the Autobots found this out in the 1980's
(Episode: Kremzeek!)