USB charging station

[CitadelBlue]

With all of the portable electron devices in use, I'm thinking about buying some type of USB charging station that will have a single plug for 120v and multiple USB outlets similar to a power strip. I've also seen one that offers their charger with a 4.5 hour timer.

Any suggestions?

 

[sweetcretin]

Some USB Hubs (with external power bricks) will do this even if not connected to a computer. Make sure you get one rated for charging devices.

 

[sselander]

You need to check the amperage rating for each USB port, especially if you own Apple electronics. Take a look here:

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3511

The dual port USB charger for my car, has one slot dedicated for higher amp electronic devices and is marked 2.1 amps.

 

[G_P]

Tablet computers and E readers need a lot more amps than a cell phone charger can provide. My tablet charges at 2 amps while my smartphone only charges a .7 amps.

If you go with a powered hub add up all the devices you plan on charging simultaneously and make sure the hub can handle that.

 

[soapii]

When I'm working in the garage I always stream Pandora from my phone into my receiver so I have one of these by my receiver......

http://currentwerks.com/products-page/usb-outlets/usb-outlet-white-decorator/

I have a few around the house too.

--Joe