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MOS Reach Offers Modern Power Solution with Standard Socket, 2 USB Ports
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I was interested until I saw that they won't be ready until next year. I definitely need something like this, and I would get this if it weren't for the fact it's not available for awhile. I think I'll just buy an ordinary power strip instead.
Even though it is shared 3.1, that is good news. Most of the other solutions out there like Belkin or the outlets you can buy with USB built in like the NewerTech Power2U, only have 5W not 10W or 12W power like the iPad charger, which makes them great for charging iPhones or BT headphones, but are useless for charging an iPad.
Yes, please. I found myself with more questions than answers by the end of the article.
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It's not sticky adhesive that leaves residue. It is using 3M Command strips that are meant to be used on walls and removed without leaving anything behind. They are pretty good for the task.
Given that a number of members in this thread likely use Apple largely due to the aesthetics, the reaction here is quite surprising. Some care about good design as well as appearance.
If you want to tape (or just hang) an extension cord that is totally fine. However, people are willing to pay for "glorified extension cords" because it looks better.
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You do realize this is straight from Kickstarter, yes?
If you want to tape (or just hang) an extension cord that is totally fine. However, people are willing to pay for "glorified extension cords" because it looks better.
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You do realize this is straight from Kickstarter, yes?
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I was more thinking about them getting pulled off over time and/or rehung. To me it seems more like a semi-disposable solution (albeit a good one if you aren't allowed to put anything in the walls or want to attach it to a desk).
MacRumors makes a point to disclose articles that they are paid for, so no.
http://t.homedepot.com/p/Woods-Elec...4-Foot-Power-Cord-Black-0415008811/203639019/
More outlets for about the same price.
More outlets for about the same price.
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Command strips are sold in packs. My boy has some Hot Wheels track that attaches to the wall this way. Once it's up, it's up until we want it down. The strips are single use, but replacements are affordable.
These things have been nearly commodity for years. My school had something like this but bigger and not MOS on a bunch of power outlets. All they can do is try changing the design.
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I asked the same question in general on some other article. It seems like pretty much everything is a "non-authorized charger", including lots of Macs and AirPorts. Perhaps "Chinese" is the more accurate word to use when referring to dangerous USB power sources.
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I asked the same question in general on some other article. It seems like pretty much everything is a "non-authorized charger", including lots of Macs and AirPorts. Perhaps "Chinese" is the more accurate word to use when referring to dangerous USB power sources.
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Not really, I priced the a few things around town and BB was more, I try not to go there unless I'm desperate.
Oh yah a few more to the list.. fry's, microcenter, big lots?
Oh, man! I haven't come across a Big Lots in years!
+1.
Considering the fact that many people on this forums already pay $20 for an Apple USB Power Adapter, asking $30 for a 2-port USB charger w/ a free extension coord isn't much.
Yes, as others pointed out, you can get a $15-30 surge protector that has a handful of USB ports but as calderone pointed out, they're not aesthetically pleasing. Plus, you might not need to have 5 outlets by your nightstand, or as shown in the Kickstarter video, by your recliner or desk. You might only need one outlet for a Macbook Pro, and a couple of extra ports to charge your iPad & iPhone. Plus the included sticky stuff makes for temporarily securing it to your desk easy.
Also keep in mind guys that manufacturing is not cheap. Once they start running higher volumes, prices aught to drop (unless they just keep profits).
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NEVER buy accessories at Best Buy! Worst thing to buy there... those things are high margin (from what I remember when I worked there up to 300%) so places that sell them discounted is the way to go... Best Buy's model is "sell the electronics cheaper and bundle it with high margin accessories and service plan".
I didn't say that I purchase accessories from BB. I just thought it was intriguing that radio shack was noted over BB. I haven't come across a radio shack in years.
Hey McDonalds sells billions of crappy burgers even though better ones are available elsewhere......
Question - phantom or vampire power lose
I have no real interest in this particular product, but did have a question readers of these thread might know.
Do devised that have USB power ports in them use power, even when there is no i-device plugged into them? This is sometimes known as phantom / vampire power loss.
Or, do they have some sensing mechanism or circuit that only turns on the transformer when it senses something plugged in?
Maybe it's small - put it can add up.
I have no real interest in this particular product, but did have a question readers of these thread might know.
Do devised that have USB power ports in them use power, even when there is no i-device plugged into them? This is sometimes known as phantom / vampire power loss.
Or, do they have some sensing mechanism or circuit that only turns on the transformer when it senses something plugged in?
Maybe it's small - put it can add up.
Power Switch?
Why can't they make these things with a simple on/off power switch? Otherwise the USB power is running 24/7 regardless of whether or not a device is plugged in. I have my chargers on a power strip with said switch or I physically unplug them. And I like for the charger to have an LED or an LED cable attached as a reminder that it is powered.
Sure, USB chargers are typically low consumption but it all adds up...
Why can't they make these things with a simple on/off power switch?
Otherwise the USB power is running 24/7 regardless of whether or not a device is plugged in. I have my chargers on a power strip with said switch or I physically unplug them. And I like for the charger to have an LED or an LED cable attached as a reminder that it is powered. Sure, USB chargers are typically low consumption but it all adds up...
Anytime you're converting AC to DC the device stays on regardless. Here's an OT link on this issue of parasite power devices.
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Well I guess when you snooze you lose. I pitched this idea to Belkin. Since I was constantly hunting for my charging cables, and the amount of furniture my ball-and-chain has acquired, I came up with this. Weighted base with a rubber pad on the bottom and a cover that opened and closed to hide the outlets/cords when attached.
I do like the MOS Design, its very clean.
I do like the MOS Design, its very clean.
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thanks - good link.
I can understand that network items need to be on - but a usb power "cube" should be able to be turned on and off by sensing if you physically have something plugged in.
I want to install wall outlets that have incorporate USB power jacks into my kitchen remodel - that's a bunch of them - event three feet or so. Such a waste to have them each burning a watt for no good reason.
I saw this and went "Oh, overpriced single-outlet extension cord..."
Then I went looking for similar products. Oh, they exist alright. Of that there is no doubt. But all that don't look like ultra-dodgy things that might light on fire if you look at it wrong start at about $30, too. Amazon has one by Tripp Lite for $20, that's about as cheap as it gets.
And this looks a lot more "usable" with its magnetic attach and "firmer/bendy" cable.
Won't buy one, but it certainly isn't as outlandish as I first though.
Then I went looking for similar products. Oh, they exist alright. Of that there is no doubt. But all that don't look like ultra-dodgy things that might light on fire if you look at it wrong start at about $30, too. Amazon has one by Tripp Lite for $20, that's about as cheap as it gets.
And this looks a lot more "usable" with its magnetic attach and "firmer/bendy" cable.
Won't buy one, but it certainly isn't as outlandish as I first though.
That thing has two USB ports sharing just 1 amp. Not gonna charge an iPad and definitely won't charge 2 things at once.
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The concept is great, but this needs to be no more than $15 and the cord needs to be longer than just 3 feet. 6 feet and $15 bucks and I'm tempted...but even then having just one power outlet is crappy.
I'm a big fan of THIS solution from Monoprice. 3 standard outlets and 2 USB. It's rated 2 amps, but I have no trouble charging my iPad and iPhone at the same time. But even so, you've got THREE outlets to plug your charger into. Add a short 3-pronged extension cord to this and you've got a better solution for well under $20.