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expired Posted by slickerdoodles • Jul 15, 2021
Jul 15, 2021 7:18 PM
Anker PowerPort Cube USB Power Strip with 3 Outlets and 3 USB Port $14.99 + Free Shipping w/ Prime or on $25+
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I guess main limitation these days is that many people would prefer at least one USB-C output connector. Of course you can use A-to-C cables but I'm gradually getting new adapters that have the "C" connector directly which allows me to use C-to-C and C-to-Lightning cables, and gradually have less of the USB-A stuff hanging around.
Also it is a little bit bulky since it's a cube with quite a few outlets, so you do have to consider size and weight if using for travel. There are definitely smaller lighter travel adapters but most wouldn't have as much capability.
I guess main limitation these days is that many people would prefer at least one USB-C output connector. Of course you can use A-to-C cables but I'm gradually getting new adapters that have the "C" connector directly which allows me to use C-to-C and C-to-Lightning cables, and gradually have less of the USB-A stuff hanging around.
Also it is a little bit bulky since it's a cube with quite a few outlets, so you do have to consider size and weight if using for travel. There are definitely smaller lighter travel adapters but most wouldn't have as much capability.
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Good luck!
Jon
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At least unlike the last of these promoted on Slickdeals there's good documentation in the reviews to demonstrate that this is not a UL-listed/ETL device. The loophole that you sometimes see is that the cord is UL-listed while the device itself isn't, allowing an uninformed buyer to potentially infer UL-listing of the whole product.
If you need a solution like this, you're much better off buying a small multi-tap or extension cord at your local home or dollar store (check for UL listing). Then to one or more of those outlets you can connect whatever USB charging options you require,
For those seeking their best option for charging multiple devices on cruises I highly recommend getting a multi-port brick with an integrated plug. You'll need to check the fine print to understand how the adapters outlets perform with 1, 2, and more devices connected. But at the same time you can ensure that you buy what you need for your own device mix (phones, laptops, cameras, etc.). Here's an Amazon Basics example [amazon.com] which is UL-listed and won't set off any alarm bells on your cruise. The fine print tells you two things: the "up to 100W" is only up to 65W when you're using the other ports (that's still more than enough for many USB-C laptops) and the two USB-A ports are rated 12W each, but share a maximum 17W draw. At the same time, the second USB-C port is always up to 18W so enough for fast charging a wide variety of phones.
And since this option is reasonably compact, you can also justify bringing a spare single port charger (or two) in case your brick fritzes out.
Good luck!
Jon
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So any single USB device might charge at up to 12W, but connecting even two USB devices at once is a severe restriction. At the same time, if slow charging is what you're seeking you're at the mercy of this device to decide how it apportions power.
TLDR: Buy another USB charger which can consistently deliver the power level you seek (either high power fast charging or slow/overnight charging).
Good luck!
Jon
As an alternative to the product you shared, I highly recommend a heavy-duty T-tap. They're particularly handy since you can easily get them into a single outlet and still accommodate more than one AC device (in cases where one of the devices has a large plug).
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Jon
This whole class of products should be a hard pass and I'm amazed that this has been the category Anker has chosen to try to push hard on Amazon as the spotlight is placed on both the nature of Amazon-first companies (ignore generic reviews, they're paid) and the safety of products offered on Amazon (surprise: if you can buy fake child seats on their site [thecarseatlady.com] why would you be expect the electronics to meet a standard?).
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Jon
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The good news is that lightning is much more forgiving and Apple regulates that market harder, so if you only have a USB-A port and you still have your "old" USB-A to lightning cable the worst you're doing is just slow charging your iPhone.
The best effort anyone can do is to lay out their simultaneous charging needs and build from there the best solution for that. Generic, unspecialized chargers like the 3-port solution on offer here are exactly what should be avoided these days.
Good luck!
Jon
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