Some counterfeit iPhone chargers out there will give you a shock

These copycat adapters are available for just a few euros on various Internet platforms, but they could be very dangerous due to faulty insulation or other structural defects.

Usually there is nothing wrong with buying smartphone USB adapters from third-party manufacturers. But a recent life-threatening incident with an imitation iPhone adapter caused Apple to issue a warning against purchasing fake products.

Among the unsafe counterfeits is an imitation of the white 5W USB power adapter from Apple. These copycat adapters are available for just a few euros on various Internet platforms, but they could be very dangerous due to faulty insulation or other structural defects.