Apple’s “take back” program for third party USB Chargers for iPhone, iPad (Mini) and iPod Touch:

There are many 3rd party USB chargers out there for iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch. However, many of these chargers may not be as safe as the stock charger that comes with your iOS device. So, in response to some tragic accidents that people have had with 3rd party chargers, Apple has announced that they will be rolling out a third party USB charger “take back” program. Originally targeting only the US and China, reports now show that the “take back” program will be extended to include Australia, our Canadian friends to the north, France, Germany, Japan and the UK.

So how does it work?

Beginning August 16, anyone possessing an aftermarket iPhone, iPad (mini) or iPod touch power cord can bring it in to any Apple Store and receive an official Apple USB charger for a $10 fee. You might find yourself asking, “ten bucks!?” but in perspective a brand new charger for your device would normally set you back $19. Also, Apple is requiring that you bring your iPhone, iPad (mini) or iPod Touch that you will be using the new charger on in order to register its serial number (which allows them to ensure that customers abide by the “One adapter for each iPhone, iPad, and iPod” rule).

The third party USB charger “take back” program will end on October 18, 2013.

Will you be participating in the “take back” program? Have you had any problems with third party USB chargers? Let us know in the comments section below.