IPad cable/charger safe to use w/ iPhone?

Is it safe to use the iPad sync cable and charger accessory (the ac adapter, not the one that came with the device) with iPhone or iPod? It would be convenient to not have to have separate cables laying around but I don't want to fry my stuff.

The cables aren't or shouldn't be a problem, but the iPad's charger might be. It is possible to charge an iPad with the wall charger included with the iPhone or iPod, but charging will be slower with the iPad when doing so vs using the wall charger included with the iPad.
Per this link, the Pad's wall charger indicates it is compatible with the iPad. No iPhone or iPod models are included.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC359LL/A?fnode=MTc0MjU4NjA&mco=MTcyMTgxNzE

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thanks.

Yes and as the Details of the chargers are here
Phone 4s/5 charger:
- Input: 100 - 240V ~ 50/60 Hz 0.15A
- Output: 5V --- 1A
iPhone Air charger:
- Input: 100 - 240V ~ 50/60 Hz 0.15A
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Help! I have just broken my iPad charger, can I use my iPhone charger instead? What's the difference?

Help! I have just broken my iPad charger, can I use my iPhone charger instead? What's the difference?

As far as I know there is no difference, we use the same charger for iphone, ipad, ipod, etc.. and no problem.
edit:
There is a statement from Apple that confirms this : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4327
Message was edited by: Tatawaka
edit #2:
Wrong statement! haha
Here is a thread regarding this: https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2397877
In summary, it'll work, but charging will take more time.
Message was edited again by: Tatawaka

Ipad 3 charger problem im using the original charger and it say is not apropiet for device.this problem star today. :/

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Take it to an Apple Store for evaluation and possible replacement.
Make a Genius Bar Reservation
http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/
 Cheers, Tom

Is anyone else having an issue with the iPad not charging if you use it while it's plugged into a power source? Now that I'm on iOS 7, I either charge or use... Not both.

Is anyone else having an issue with the iPad not charging if you use it while it's plugged into a power source? Now that I'm on iOS 7, I either charge or use... Not both.

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You should try to get this purchase onto your iOS device by using the suggestions in the following article:
Downloading past purchases from the iTunes Store, App Store, and iBooks Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2519
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Iphone/ipad/ipod charger wire wont work for iphone or ipod but does work for ipad very strange

guys this is so odd and pointless but for some reason my charger wont let my iphone charge or ipod but it works for iphone. iphone running ios 7 same with ipad. any solutions?

Hello there, Kareem77.
The following Knowledge Base article provides some great steps for troubleshooting your issue:
iPhone and iPod touch: Charging the battery
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1476
If the issue persists, the first article also refers to this:
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3281
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Correct, you just need a plug adapter to make the prongs fit the outlet. The charger itself is autosensing/autoswitching for the different voltage.
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I sometimes charge mine from my iPad 1 charger or my Griffen charger I purchased from my 3G Nano.
s.salmanhussain10 wrote:
bob please tell me so its safe to charge from ipad original charger? n from any iphone(original/3rdparty) charger ?
thanx

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http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD836LL/A/apple-12w-usb-power-adapter?fnode=13 56c8e49b3b440ef5ee613905938b2d95ccc26a2e307fcc3ff9df927f719c0815466a50b36a93c36e d1ccc14a4e47bddd47ff3e3f338fec059a7d1f919e8902c51c125b58437fe7e450e395554a9f4b59 e8cee82e3543d5a1b8dc5b95c1a6e5ef5f51a3be42b1bd16a66f7591cdf281

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Hi 50mike,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The article below may be able to help you with this.
Click on the link to see more details and screenshots.
iPhone, iPad, iPod: Using iPad Power Adapters
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4327
You can use the iPad mini charger to charge the iPhone 5C, but not recommended the other way around.
The article below explains that the iPhone charger is meant to charge only iPhones and 1st generation iPad mini.
iPad: Charging the battery
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4060
To charge your iPad battery, try one of these:
Connect iPad to a power outlet using the included cable and USB power adapter (use the table below to determine which adapter is intended for your iPad.)
Connect to a high-power USB 2.0 port using the included cable.
Note: Some USB 2.0 ports and accessories do not provide enough power to charge iPad. When this occurs the message "Not Charging" appears in the status bar next to the battery icon.
I hope this information helps ....
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Is it safe to use the Belkin power strip with USB ports to charge my iPad? Or is the iPad USB adapter the safest route to take when traveling with device?

Is it safe to use the Belkin power strip with USB ports to charge my iPad?
Or is it better to travel with the Wall Charger provided with iPad?
Concerned about safety of the device. Thanks for your thoughts.

The quickest way (and really the only way) to charge your iPad is with the included 10W USB Power Adapter. iPad will also charge, although more slowly, when attached to a computer with a high-power USB port (many recent Mac computers) or with an iPhone Power Adapter (5W). When attached to a computer via a standard USB port (most PCs or older Mac computers) iPad will charge very slowly (but iPad indicates not charging). Make sure your computer is on while charging iPad via USB. If iPad is connected to a computer that’s turned off or is in sleep or standby mode, the iPad battery will continue to drain.
Apple recommends that once a month you let the iPad fully discharge & then recharge to 100%.
How to Calibrate Your Mac, iPhone, or iPad Battery
http://www.macblend.com/how-to-calibrate-your-mac-iphone-or-ipad-battery/
At this link http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/galaxy-tab-android-tablet,3014-11.html , tests show that the iPad 2 battery (25 watt-hours) will charge to 90% in 3 hours 1 minute. It will charge to 100% in 4 hours 2 minutes. The new iPad has a larger capacity battery (42 watt-hours), so using the 10W charger will obviously take longer. If you are using your iPad while charging, it will take even longer. It's best to turn your new iPad OFF and charge over night. Also look at The iPad's charging challenge explained http://www.macworld.com/article/1150356/ipadcharging.html
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Apple: iPad Battery Nothing to Get Charged Up About
http://allthingsd.com/20120327/apple-ipad-battery-nothing-to-get-charged-up-abou t/
Apple Explains New iPad's Continued Charging Beyond 100% Battery Level
http://www.macrumors.com/2012/03/27/apple-explains-new-ipads-continued-charging- beyond-100-battery-level/
New iPad Takes Much Longer to Charge Than iPad 2
http://www.iphonehacks.com/2012/03/new-ipad-takes-much-longer-to-charge-than-ipa d-2.html
Apple Batteries - iPad http://www.apple.com/batteries/ipad.html
Extend iPad Battery Life (Look at pjl123 comment)
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3921324?tstart=30
New iPad Slow to Recharge, Barely Charges During Use
http://www.pcworld.com/article/252326/new_ipad_slow_to_recharge_barely_charges_d uring_use.html
Tips About Charging for New iPad 3
http://goodscool-electronics.blogspot.com/2012/04/tips-about-charging-for-new-ip ad-3.html
Prolong battery lifespan for iPad / iPad 2 / iPad 3: charging tips
http://thehowto.wikidot.com/prolong-battery-lifespan-for-ipad
In rare instances when using the Camera Connection Kit, you may notice that iPad does not charge after using the Camera Connection Kit. Disconnecting and reconnecting the iPad from the charger will resolve this issue.
 Cheers, Tom

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