If your iPhone or Android phone doesn't charge when you plug the cable in, this quick fix could help. Andrew is CNET's go-to ...

This detritus can then build up in the charging port of a phone and can, over time, block your charger from working ... Afterward, try plugging in your iPhone to see if the problem is resolved.

Depending on your iPhone, you may not only notice an increase in time away from the charger, but also a boost ... then access the USB-C port to repair it. This was apparently the procedure before ...

Their topic is a power charger exploit that installs malware on iOS devices. Who would have thought that there’d be a security hole associated with the charging port on a device? Oh wait ...

Your iPhone ... USB-C port on the iPhone 15 and newer models is immune to problems in this area, so it's worth a try even if you're using an industry-standard USB-C accessory like a charger ...