5 Responses

1. A consumer

   25|Dec|2009 1

   This so-called “travel charger” didn’t charge my battery. On the contrary, it seemed to DIS-charge it. I plugged this in, tried to turn my iPod on, and get the “Battery exhausted” error. I had to plug it into the computer and leave it there for 5 minutes to even get it to sync with iTunes. The reason why I bought this was to charge it WITHOUT plugging into the computer. But this didn’t work, so it defeats the purpose. Oh well….

   I’ll have to see if I can return this for a refund. I hope I can…
   Rating: 1 / 5

2. M. Shiver

   25|Dec|2009 2

   I concur with the previous reviews that talk to the fact that the phone charger actually discharges their devices - the battery in my iPhone actually dies faster when this is plugged into it. But worse than this is the fact that BargainCell is unresponsive to my email asking what to do, and worst of the bunch is Amazon to continue selling this obviously defective product. Shame on you! I only gave it one star because Amazon would not let me give it 0 stars!
   Rating: 1 / 5

3. David Lewis

   26|Dec|2009 3

   I bought this charger a little while ago. It came in the mail just as described in the packaging and all. I proceeded to use the charger and did so for a couple days. However, on or about the 4th day I went to plug the charger in to my iPhone. I did so and as soon as I did I heard the sounds of electricity. I looked down at the wall and saw the charger short curcuiting, sparks shooting out and it even produced a couple flames. I immediately ripped the charger out of the wall and disposed of it. Suffice to say the charger was faulty and it was a complete loss. Now, I might have just recieved a faulty one, but I would say buyer beware of these cheap chargers, they might cause more damage than they’re worth.
   Rating: 1 / 5

4. D. Studebaker

   26|Dec|2009 4

   works great! Good to have if you aren’t packing your computer or are going to overseas and have a the proper converter plugs.
   Rating: 5 / 5

5. C. Mathis

   26|Dec|2009 5

   I’ve had problems using my iPod touch while it was plugged in. If it’s not plugged in to the iPod all the way, and even sometimes if it is, it interferes with the touch screen. I have to unplug it and plug it back in to the iPod.

   Also, the LED indicator light is very bright, so not good for putting next to your bed. It also heats up a great deal.

   So it charges, but no telling if there is any long term damage being done to the battery.
   Rating: 2 / 5