[ale] [OT] USB Charger

David Tomaschik david at systemoverlord.com
Wed Jun 15 13:20:11 EDT 2011


On Wed, Jun 15, 2011 at 12:35 PM, Chris Fowler
<cfowler at outpostsentinel.com> wrote:
> I have so many devices that use USB to charge
>
> 1.  Mifi
> 2.  Android
> 3.  BT Headset
> 4.  I touch
>
> I need something that plugs into  AC and provides at least 4 USB ports
> for charging.  A power strip but for USB.  The mifi is a problem device
> because it will draw more than 500mA on charge.   It requires a good USB
> cable and good charger (high current with no Vdrop) to charge.  I bought
> some 12v car USB chargers that are rated for 1A and they don't provide
> the power.  Those with the mifi know what I'm talking about :(
>
> Any idea if this device exists?  I need to limit the amount of wall
> waters to 1 due to RF noise and I'm tired of using a power strip with a
> bunch of chargers.
>
> Chris

Something like:
http://www.amazon.com/Kensington-4-Port-USB-Charger-Mobile/dp/B001G5Z8Q4

This isn't what you're looking for, but thought I'd share:
http://www.amazon.com/Ideative-PP1009W-Flipit-Plug-Less-Charger/dp/B004LKRY4K



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