Apple USB Power Adapter for iPod (White)
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Customer Review: Ideal device
Summary: 5 Stars
Plug your iPod in (pretty much any model created in the past 4 years) and it will charge. Simple device, and for those that have a iPod that requires the dock connector cable, an extra one is included.
I had the previous generation charger which was larger -- this one is incredibly small and still lets you use the international changeable plugs.
You can use some powered USB hubs as well for charging iPods away from computers, but having the AC adapter is convenient for traveling.
The price isn't super cheap, but considering that the USB/dock cable included is $19 on its own, it makes the AC adapter only cost $10 -- not bad.
Not absolutely necessary for everybody. Perhaps I could have gone with a generic alternative, but would be slightly worried that it could blow up or something, and I also have some of the Apple international adapter plugs that work well with this adapter. In other words, the Apple white always looks cool and the small form factor is excellent.
Customer Review: Must have for travel or just convenient home charging.
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought 2 of these, one here when I had a survey coupon which reduced the price by $10 and one on ebay for half of retail, and find that they are totally worth it!
First of all, the price is justified by the fact that you get another USB cord with it. At first I thought 'hey, what do I need another USB cord for?'...Well, it does come in handy because I just keep one of them hooked to my computer all the time and I take the other one with me for convenient, away from computer, charging. That way the one is always where I need it when I want to download more music and the other one is always ready for charging away from my computer.
I got a full charge in less than 2 hours with the adapter. I love the fold-away plug and it comes in a nice, tidy box that you can just keep the plug and the usb cord in so that everything is together and easy to find, or to pack in your travel bag.
This, along with a nice zcover skin, is a must-have accessory for your iPod!
Customer Review: Apple is GOING TO MAKE THEIR MONEY
Summary: 5 Stars
I will have to give Apple a backhanded compliment on this product, as there is just not much here for the amount of money they charge. YES, mine has worked perfectly since I bought it. The charge is slower than when you charge with your computer, but many times I just need a charge, and there is no computer handy. I would recommend this charger to anyone with an iPod, it is a nice clean looking charger, and you can be assured it won't DESTROY your $200+ iPod which should be everyone's concern.
Apple is making billions on iPods, Macs, and iTunes, why should we expect them to be reasonable when pricing a charger that should be included with the iPod to begin with. No, you can be assured, Apple is not going to cut anyone ANY slack, that is why the Apple iPod charger is the most expensive charger, Apple is GOING TO MAKE THEIR MONEY!
LiteJazz53
Customer Review: Awesome product restyled
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm one of those guys who would prefer to pay a little extra money to get the "official" Apple product instead of the cheaper imitation Apple product. So buying this didn't bother me at all. I like the smaller design. This is my second USB power adapter...had to get another one because with all the iPods in the family, one just wasn't enough. I also like the fact that this comes with an extra USB cord. Sure, I'd love it, too, if this came with the iPod, like it used to way back when. But times have changed. And I'm willing to pay a little bit more to get a quality product like this. At least I don't have to worry about frying my iPod with some second-rate imitation product. Apple rules. And so does this USB power adapter.Customer Review: Does what it is supposed to do - charge!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the Apple charger for iPods and the iPhone. I bought one because I needed an extra for the house and charging via the USB connection on my laptop just wasn't working out (close the laptop, and you turn off the power supply - I found this out the hard way).
A note to buyers - make sure you find the included USB cable. I was in a bit of a rush when this arrived at my door and I quickly plucked the charger itself out of the box and didn't bother to look for the cable. It ended up going out with the trash (I have extras) - but it seems like an easy thing to miss so just a word of caution.
If you need an extra wall charger for any of your iPods or the iPhone, this is it.