charger

European standardization agencies this week released single standards for a common charger for mobile phones.

Apple has launched a lawsuit against companies who allegedly infringe a number of its patents by selling unauthorized electronic accessories such as chargers, speakers and cables for the iPod music player, iPhone and iPad tablet computer.

"Many are of inferior quality and reliability, raising significant concerns over compatibility with and damage to Apple's products," Apple (AAPL) said in the complaint, citing a user comment that a charger from one of the companies drained his iPod rather than replenishing the battery.