2 Charging with Old or Damaged Power Cords

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The adage “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” is something that you might abide by. However, when it comes to your charging cables, you might want to consider replacing them if they are old, worn, or frayed. Beyond the potential fire hazard that damaged charging cords may cause, these cords could potentially send a negative charge that harms the battery and the device.