Does using cheap cell phone car chargers (from Wal-Mart for example) ruin or shorten the life of the battery?

When I just bought my Droid 2 cell phone, I was told that it is highly recommended that I buy the Verizon car charger because the cheap ones from Wal-mart work on fuses and shorten the life of the cell phone batteries. Is this right or was that just a way to convince me to buy theirs instead of someone elses?

Answer by Guiseppe Frankfort
They’re not above lying to sell shit. For example, GSM carriers will tell you you can’t buy a prepaid phone, remove the SIM, and place your subscription SIM in it, when, in fact, you can. Accessories are huge commission, for the people in the coporate stores, also.

I reckon you’ll need to look up reviews of specific chargers, though, to find the inexpensive ones that’re safe to use.

Answer by Sophy
of course not.

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The phone isn’t always charging!
I am just wondering if it’s terrible for the car battery or if it will produce problems for the vehicle to leave the cell phone charger always plugged in.
Thanks!

Answer by Amanda B
nope no conundrum at all. i do it all the time

Answer by daniswired
I’ve left mine plugged in for about 3 being and have had no problems

Answer by Sarah L
it will only drain the battery a tiny tiny bit only if the phone is plugged in believe me i would know my dad is a electritian.

Answer by roberts051156
nope, nothing charging no power usage.

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Designed to work with cell phone, digital camera and PDA batteries, this Universal Battery Car Charger lets you recharge your battery in the vehicle safely, easily and efficiently.
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