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Griffin PowerBlock for iPod and iPhone 1G (Black)

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Product Features:

Compatibility: iPod shuffle 1G, 2G; iPhone; iPod touch; iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G; iPod classic 4G, 5G, 5.5G, 6G

Power almost any iPod (or iPhone) from almost any wall outlet

Compact size makes it ideal for traveling

Use as a spare charge/sync cable for your iPod or iPhone

Works well with international adapters and in multi-outlet configurations

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Customer Reviews:

Cheaper than Apple yet works just the same

This charger and cable combination works just as well as Apple's first-party device.

The Griffin AC USB charger puts out 5.2 volts @ 1,000 mA. Apple's first party iPhone 3G charger puts out 5.0 volts @ 1,000 mA. This means you won't have any problems charging the power-hungry iPhone 3G. Most older iPod-compatible chargers either provide 12 volts (from the FireWire days) or a mere 5.0 volts @ 500 mA (comparable to a USB port). The LED indicating that the device connected does not have a full charge illuminates red instead of amber despite the description found on the box and in the manual. Obviously, this does not affect the functionality of the unit.

The cable provided closely matches the OEM sync and charge cable included with a modern Apple iPod-style product. The length is the same as Apple's cable, unfortunately, so reaching a wall outlet or power strip can be just as annoying as it would be with the first-part cable. Unlike Apple's most recent cables, this one uses hooks which require two buttons to be pressed on either side of the iPod connector to dislodge.

Overall, I am pleased with the Griffin PowerBlock. The cost savings over Apple's first-party cable and AC charger are substantial yet it offers identical functionality. The PowerBlock offers a great mix of price and quality.

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