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I pried open a cheap 600W charger to test its build, and found 'goo' inside


Some things really are too good to be true, like this charger.

More often than not, it would enter a state where it stopped working entirely, requiring me to unplug the power cable to "reboot" it and get it functioning again. This poor design means that a malfunction could potentially result in the charger outputting mains voltage -- a serious safety hazard. Manufacturers can easily make bold claims on spec sheets, packaging, or even the product itself, but creating a device that actually delivers on those promises is a far greater challenge.

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