Apple’s 140W Power Adapter is its first GaN charger
Apple has confirmed that the new 140W USB-C Power Adapter is the company’s first charger based on gallium nitride or GaN technology, which allows for smaller, lighter, and more energy-efficient chargers than silicon-based chargers.
Without GaN, the 140W transducer would probably be somewhat larger due to its wattage.
Several other brands such as Anker and Belkin have introduced GaN-based chargers over the past few years for use with Apple products.
The company also confirmed that the 140W power adapter supports the USB-C Power Delivery 3.1 standard, which means it can be used to charge other devices that support this standard.
This also means that those who buy the new 16-inch MacBook Pro can use compatible third-party brand chargers to charge the computer if they wish.
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Apple’s first GaN charger
We continue to learn smaller details about the new MacBook Pro models that the company didn’t mention during the Unleashed event, including that fast charging is possible with the MagSafe port on the new 16-inch MacBook Pro, while the 14-inch can charge quickly. Using MagSafe or any of the Thunderbolt 4 ports.
This shouldn’t be a big deal since the MagSafe port has no use other than charging. But it is worth knowing.
In addition, the company says that the magnets used in the MagSafe 3 connector are stronger than the previous generation.
Key features of the new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro include next-generation M1 Pro and M1 Max chipsets. Back HDMI port, SD card slot, mini LED displays with ProMotion adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz. And a longer battery life of up to 10 hours.
Apple’s new 140-watt power adapter is included with the new 16-inch MacBook Pro. Meanwhile, the new 14-inch MacBook Pro comes with a 67W and 96W charger. It depends on the selected model.
Andsold The new 140W charger is sold separately for $99. But without the $49 USB-C-to-MagSafe cable.
