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Google Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL. Source: Google Most smartphones need nothing more than the regular PPS range up to 11V to charge fast. The base Pixel models work this way too: up to 27-30W. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro XL are the exception. To start charging at the maximum 37W or 45W (depending on the model), the adapter must support PPS up to 21V. The intermediate 16V and 20V ranges do not unlock this speed. The cable is not a problem: th

If you are flying to China with a power bank, the usual limit of up to 100 Wh is not enough. On a domestic flight within China from June 28, 2025, the device must have a clear CCC mark and must not belong to a recalled model or batch. The rule is checked at pre-flight security: an absent or illegible mark means the power bank cannot enter the cabin. CCC is not an international aviation certificate. It is mandatory Chinese product certification. It matters to travelers chiefly

Image source: Apple Newsroom The MacBook Pro 16" is Apple's most powerful laptop, and it reaches its top charging speed from a 140W charger (PD 3.1). The bundled kit (a 140W adapter and a USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable) is excellent, but not perfect. Its weak points: a single USB-C port (you can't charge several devices at once), weight and size, and a limited set of supported charging protocols. Below, we take a closer look at the charger and cable requirements for the MacBook Pro