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2-Pack AmazonBasics 12W USB-A Folding Plug Wall Charger $3.99

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Woot! has the New 2-Pack AmazonBasics 12W USB-A Folding Plug Wall Charger for $3.99. Shipping is free with Amazon Prime, otherwise $6 per order.

Portable charger with one USB-A port (12-watt); 2-Pack
Apple MFi Certified ensures complete compatibility with Apple devices and any other 12 watt devices.
Built-in device detection; USB port can provide up to 2.4 amps of power (does not support Quick Charge; devices equipped with Quick Charge will charge at normal speed)
Internal safety switch for ultimate protection; automatic shutoff; energy efficient
Lightweight and compact for convenient portability; charging cable not included; white
Charging speed varies depending on device

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AlexS2465
02-08-2024 at 04:05 AM.
02-08-2024 at 04:05 AM.
I think they should have stopped making these about 3-4 years ago or as soon as they offered faster charging is USB-C to lighting cable is used (since iphone 8).
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02-08-2024 at 04:26 AM.
02-08-2024 at 04:26 AM.
Quote from AlexS2465 :
I think they should have stopped making these about 3-4 years ago or as soon as they offered faster charging is USB-C to lighting cable is used (since iphone 8).
There are still many millions of older devices still being used out there that these are perfect for. In addition, many people with newer devices prefer a slower charge rate, as it's easier on batteries. And the price is pretty slick at $2 a piece for MFi certified with 1 year warranty.
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AlexS2465
02-08-2024 at 04:56 AM.
02-08-2024 at 04:56 AM.
Quote from BabyBubba :
There are still many millions of older devices still being used out there that these are perfect for. In addition, many people with newer devices prefer a slower charge rate, as it's easier on batteries. And the price is pretty slick at $2 a piece for MFi certified with 1 year warranty.

I understand need for some that might still use these but with so many years of them making them I still have around 10-12 in my drawer from all previous iphone purchases, besides loosing them I'm not sure how one can get rid of them. So far haven't heard someone said excitedly "oh look good thing they still producing these slow charging blocks" instead people get excited about super fast charging and right now it feels 15W is bare minimum now considering a lot of competition is way ahead with some offering over 100W charging options or at least 25-45W. Nowadays they sell even outlets with both USB-A and USB-C ports built in. More and more laptops are having USB-C charging also means you can use those powerblocks for phones as well. Main reason I think these are still valid is because wireless charging is not that much faster.
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02-08-2024 at 05:05 AM.
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Quote from AlexS2465 :
I understand need for some that might still use these but with so many years of them making them I still have around 10-12 in my drawer from all previous iphone purchases, besides loosing them I'm not sure how one can get rid of them. So far haven't heard someone said excitedly "oh look good thing they still producing these slow charging blocks" instead people get excited about super fast charging and right now it feels 15W is bare minimum now considering a lot of competition is way ahead with some offering over 100W charging options or at least 25-45W. Nowadays they sell even outlets with both USB-A and USB-C ports built in. More and more laptops are having USB-C charging also means you can use those powerblocks for phones as well. Main reason I think these are still valid is because wireless charging is not that much faster.
I'm in the same boat; I have more of this type than I need. It's nice to be able to plug in anywhere though whether I'm in the house or shop. I have a total of 8 of them with cables in various places.
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zyberwoof
02-09-2024 at 12:14 PM.
02-09-2024 at 12:14 PM.
Quote from AlexS2465 :
I understand need for some that might still use these but with so many years of them making them I still have around 10-12 in my drawer from all previous iphone purchases, besides loosing them I'm not sure how one can get rid of them. So far haven't heard someone said excitedly "oh look good thing they still producing these slow charging blocks" instead people get excited about super fast charging and right now it feels 15W is bare minimum now considering a lot of competition is way ahead with some offering over 100W charging options or at least 25-45W. Nowadays they sell even outlets with both USB-A and USB-C ports built in. More and more laptops are having USB-C charging also means you can use those powerblocks for phones as well. Main reason I think these are still valid is because wireless charging is not that much faster.
I used two of these this past week.

One to is for a wireless headset for work. It came with a charging dock that you leave on your desk. 10 W is plenty for this.

The other was for a DIY LED project. My wife got an award from work. I made a stand for it out of wood, and recessed an LED strip inside. This way it illuminates the award. Kinda corny, I know. But it looks nice. And I threw an old 5 W charger I had onto it to power the LED.

There are a LOT of cheap USB powered devices on Amazon that are sold without power bricks. At $2 a piece, this deal is actually pretty helpful for a lot of things. If you've still got a drawer full, then you are good to go. I'm working my way through my stash.

Lastly, a lot of old devices came with 5 W (1A) chargers. It could be worth the piece of mind to throw away any 5 W bricks. Make sure your stash is just the 10-12 W ones. Every once in a while a 5 W one sneaks in and messes up a project.
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HulkMX
02-10-2024 at 10:01 AM.
02-10-2024 at 10:01 AM.
$3.99 shipping really sours the deal Frown
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