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What is a power adapter used for
A power adapter, also known as a wall adapter or an AC-DC adapter, is an electronic device that converts electrical energy from an AC source to a lower DC voltage suitable for use by electronic devices.
Power adapters are commonly used to power and charge a variety of consumer electronics, such as laptops, smartphones, and tablets, as well as smaller devices such as routers, cameras, and portable speakers.