Macally PS-AC4 AC Power Adapter for Apple G4
by Mace Group Inc / Macally Peripherals
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Customer Review: Great savings!
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased this adapter because it was almost $50.00 cheaper than the Mac version that came with the computer. It works great and I am happy with it. I do miss the little green/orange light ring that used to come on at the plug-in source, but for the savings, I can live without it. I do have two minor complaints. One is that the plug is not a three-prong, and it actually falls out of the socket in the wall sometimes. I find that if I squeeze the prongs together, it makes a tighter connection in the socket. Maybe it's just a problem with the socket, not the plug, although three prongs would probably solve the problem. The other complaint is that the very tiny blue light on the "box" part is actually very bright in a dark room. If you have the computer plugged in by your bed at night, you may wake up in the middle of the night to a dimly lit room, and it's a bit annoying. Overall, it's a good adapter, and I would recommend it to anyone who needs to save a few dollars.Customer Review: alright in my book
Summary: 4 Stars
My Apple charger broke (big surprise), and I obviously needed to replace it. Not for 80 bucks, though. I ended up with the Macally adapter since I've had friends recommend their stuff in the past. While this charger lacks the whole hip Apple design thing, it more than makes up for it with function and solid construction. It's also nice and compact so it's easy to take on the go.
My one quibble is that the main photo shows a white brick with gray cords and what appears to be an indicator light to show the charger is connected to an outlet. When I got mine, the cords were white (a plus), but there was no indicator light (a minus). In fact, that's how it appears in the user photos.
The lack of that indicator light is the only reason I'm giving this 4 stars instead of 5 (I know, I'm picky). All in all, it's still a great product. It charges my 15" Powerbook in 1-2 hours depending on my use, and it feels like it has a sturdy build.
Customer Review: Works great for PowerBook G4 17"
Summary: 5 Stars
I work at home most of the time and go into the office a couple days a week. Recently while leaving home, I packed up the 17" PowerBook, mouse, external HD, but left the Apple power adapter plugged into the UPS. Ooops! Battery was topped off so I made it thru the 5 hr day at the office okay by being conservative (in an all liberal office!), but don't like working that way. Decided to get a second power adapter so I'd not make that mistake again -- one to travel (Apple), one to stay plugged in at home (Macally). After doing some research and reading lots of reviews, decided on a Macally, and I'm glad I did. I agree with all the positives I've read -- great price (less than half of Apple), runs cooler than Apple, nice long cord if you need it...and powers my 17" PowerBook perfectly. My suggestion: for $30 it's a deal, so get one before your Apple fails. Use Macally for primary, and you'll still have an Apple for secondary use.Customer Review: Works Great
Summary: 5 Stars
I ordered this product after, like many others, my iBook adapter suddenly stopped working. Also like many others, I was unwilling to pay the exorbitant price that Apple charges for a replacement adapter. The price was right for this product and it works perfectly. It's white color and blue LED lend it a pretty nice appearance, and it matches my iBook just fine. Granted, it may not be as stylish as Apple's charger, but I'm willing to give up a little glowing green and orange ring at the tip for a product that is affordable and reliable. A bonus is that the power brick for this charger does not get anywhere near as hot as Apple's. A welcome change, seeing as Apple's original adapter reached pretty scorching temperatures at times. The price Apple charges for their adapter because of style is outrageous. Therefore, that aspect was less of a factor for me here. 5 stars for the combination of quality and affordability,Customer Review: BAD PRODUCT, WORSE CUSTOMER SERVICE. DO NOT BUY FROM MACALLY!
Summary: 1 Stars
After two go bad experiences with this product, all I can say is do not buy anything from Macally, at all. The first AC adapter for my G4 laptop went bad within 6 months and the second AC adapter was shot in less than five. When I say this product is junk, I'm not exaggerating. Basically, when you started to hear a high pitch whine, that was all she wrote. Within a week or so, the unit was dead. After the second one went dead I contacted Macally's customer service representative which was an exercise in futility. I was stonewalled at every turn. I finally just asked them to send me a new unit and they demanded proof of purchase. I then offered to send the old unit in but they wanted a receipt. All of this for a twenty dollar AC adapter. I'm sure this guy has a lot of practice giving his customers the shaft by virtue of the other bad reviews for this product. Do yourself a huge favor and do not buy anything from Macally.