Lenmar ACUSB4 AC Travel Adapter for up to 4 USB Powered Devices (Black)
by Lenmar Battery Solutions
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Customer Review: The PERFECT Accessory for a European Traveler
Summary: 5 Stars
I spent 32 days in Europe in early summer 2010, and this adapter worked to perfection everywhere I went. I would simultaneously charge an iPhone, iPod Nano, Motorola Droid, and HTC EVO4 whenever I got to a hotel, and it never took more than 3 hours to get a full charge on all devices. This is EXACTLY the kind of performance that I had been hoping for, and I was thrilled that this device delivered so well.
The only thing I could not charge was my Nikon Coolpix S8000 digital camera. It seems like this camera is somewhat picky about what charger / adapter you can plug into. I needed to bring a couple of European plug adapters with me so I could use the adapter that came with the camera. Kind of a bummer, but I've got to admit that being able to charge 4 out of my 5 devices meant that this 4-outlet adapter was still a huge win for me.
Finally, for anyone wondering if they can still use this charger after returning to the U.S., the answer is YES! One of the plug adapters included with this product is the standard 2-prong North America plug.
This was an awesome purchase from start to finish, and I'm so glad I took a chance on it. I wholeheartedly recommend this product.
Customer Review: Excellent device - but it has it's limitations
Summary: 4 Stars
This device has 2 amps of power output, total. That means it can charge your iPad at the same rate as the native ipad charger, or it can charge your iPad and iPhone simultaneously, with your iPhone charging at full speed and your ipad charging very slowly. But you've only got 2A to work with, so if you plug in 4 devices, each had better have less than a 500mA requirement.
That being said, it's a great device as it'll put the full 2A to a single port for quick iPad charges. Another great feature of this device, which isn't mentioned, is that the included interchangeable international power connectors plug into the device using the industry-standard two-prong connection usually used on notebook cords, which means you can use a two-prong notebook cord directly into the device for longer reach. A very clever design choice by lenmar, to be sure.
All in all, love this device. It seems to be very sturdily constructed works perfectly for even very high (by usb standards) amperage devices, like the ipad, albeit with the caveat you need to keep in mind that 2A charging limit. It's one of very few devices that will actually put 2A out through a single USB port. Definitely recommended.
Customer Review: Use a USB *charge-only* cable and you'll have no problems
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this charger several months ago and it didn't work with my Nokia N85, so I assumed that it doesn't put out enough current (claimed 1 Amp). After doing some internet research, I found that there is a difference between a USB sync/charge cable, and a "charge only" cable. With the charge only cable, pins 2 and 3 (the data pins) are shorted. This is how the phone or other device you're charging can tell if it's connected to a computer or a charger. Some chargers (including this one) claim that either a data cable or a charging cable will work fine, but I found that charging my phone using a normal data sync cable did not work, but using a charge only cable works great. Charge-only cables are not as easy to find, but AT&T sells one, and so does Radio Shack, although it's way over priced for a cable that basically just has two pins shorted on it. I hope this helps some people!
Customer Review: High quality product. Reasonable price.
Summary: 5 Stars
We recently grew to be a 4 iphone/ipod family. On our last trip, we carried 4 separate chargers to keep the devices juiced up. Spending more time than I cared to, searching for wayward wall chargers plugged into distant hotel room outlets and such, I decided to look for a multi-use charger. My first solution failed, having purchased the Griffin PowerDock 4. I have a separate review there. Then, I settled on this Lenmar charger. It outperforms the Griffin charger at half the price and size. In short, it provides 4 USB charging ports that do what they are supposed to do. They charge. The unit is small enough to travel with. Just be sure to bring the USB cables needed to charge your devices. Another bonus...it comes with international power plug adapters. Note: Kensington appears to be reselling this same device, but with the adapters. Better to buy this one directly from the manufacturer.Customer Review: I wish I hadn't bought this item
Summary: 2 Stars
This item advertises 4 USB ports. I travel alot and usually have multiple devices to charge (2 or more Blackberries, an iPod, etc). I bought this item to reduce the clutter of what I was carrying to the field. However, I found that when I plugged in two Blackberries it worked ok, but when I plugged in a third it didn't have enough power and they all began switching back and forth between charging and not charging. It didn't matter what ports I used; as soon as the third device was plugged in, it failed. I never even got to try a fourth device. This item can't produce the required power across all 4 ports at the same time and is useless. Also, the international adapters are a nice feature, but the way they interlock with the unit itself is flimsy and its not very durable. The whole thing was a wate of money for me and I wish I had never purchased it.