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Saturday, December 27, 2014

Best Coleman CL-100 72000 1.5-Watt 15-Volt Solar Panel Battery Trickle Deals

Coleman CL-100 72000 1.5-Watt 15-Volt Solar Panel Battery Trickle Charger
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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This product was purchased to maintain the charge on a battery in a vehicle that is seldom driven. It works fine. Please note that it is not designed to charge a battery that is low, only maintain the charge. If you need a charger, consider a model that produces more power (watts). The unit is fairly small and has an LED to indicate it is producing power. I would buy it again.

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Regardless of what the Amazon listing says (and I asked them to change it over a month ago and still haven't) this product is NOT weatherproof. When you open the package the literature about the product specifically states that it is "not for use outdoors". You have to pay more to get a weatherproof model.

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I bought this unit for my daughter. She drives about twice a month and for not more than 4 miles or so. About every six months her battery would go dead and she would have to getit recharged. She parks out side with the car facing north so with this unit mounted on the rear shelf it gets the sunshine most of the day and keeps her battery charged. Keep in mind that this unit produces enough amperage to keep the battery charged but so little it would take almost forever to charge a dead battery if at all. It does an excellent job for what it was designed for.The term trickle charger is a misnomer. A better term would be a battery charge maintainer. Maximum output is 1/10th of an amp.

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Biggest waste of cash I ever made.

I set it up in the windshield of my 2007 Mazda 3, whenever I took the key out the car would make an angry alert noise until I unplugged the charger from the lighter. Then after about 3 day of this it just stopped working. Not sure if it shorted out or what, maybe I got a defective model, or maybe it's just not compatible with a 2007 Mazda3...whatever the reason, this piece of crap stopped working after only a couple of days, I feel ripped off.

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I hard wired this into my vehicle,velcroed it to my dash. Works great! Had a problem ,too many accessories and not enough driving. Now battery is always freshly topped off.

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Saturday, December 20, 2014

Buy Goal Zero 12201 Nomad 27M Solar Panel

Goal Zero 12201 Nomad 27M Solar Panel
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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This review is for the Goal Zero Nomad 27 solar panels Goal0 12201 Nomad 27M Solar Panel.

I bought these solar panels to use on a backwoods trip to keep the Sherpa 120 battery Goal0 11102 Sherpa 120 Battery charged that I used to run a CPAP machine while I sleep. Since this would be running a medical device, I felt it was important to know I could trust the system.

I carefully measured (using a Kill-a-Watt) the power my CPAP was consuming and knew that in good conditions the battery as found in the Sherpa 120 should last nearly 3 nights, so the solar panels wouldn't need to fully charge the system in a single day. I have also measured the CPAP using (using a Watts-Up) when running directly from 12v and it consumes about 30 watts a night (vs 37watts a night on 120v).

In field testing and subsequent follow up this is how I would rate the solar panels. These panels delivered the full 27 watts and worked well, actually charging my system quicker than I had anticipated. When solar charging the Sherpa 120 battery it takes longer than it does to charge from Grid power. To get the most from your solar panels, you'll need to adjust the panels to face the sun 2-3 times in a day. This was especially important for me when we were in a forest and the sun moving through the day changes where you need to be to get them in the sunlight. I was able to top off my system in a full day of Arizona sun using the Nomad 27 solar panels.

The panels fold up nicely which allows storage during transit and backpacking. On boating and a recent canoe trip, I packed the panels and battery in a Coleman dry bag for safety from the water. Coleman 29x13 Dry Gear Bag

The system is nicely rugged and in my case even blew over and down some rocks with no damage. I bought the available silicone sleeve for the battery which is a nice way to protect your investment. Use tent stakes in the provided grommet holes to keep things from blowing around. Focus on using 12v loads directly and make sure you are running your necessary equipment as efficiently as possible to maximize your run times. If you can get away without using an inverter, all of your devices will run longer from a fixed battery capacity, plus your weight will be physically lighter.

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I currently own a number of the Goal Zero line. I have two 13.5 Nomad panels, a Nomad 7 and now, a 27 watt. In addition, I have a couple Estrella lights and a couple Light-a-life, a Sherpa 120 and various accesories. In short, the system works well and the watt hours are quite accurate. The system has seen me through various backpack and camping trips. It was great to be able to power up laptops while climbing. The lights were a welcome addition to an anniversary dinner in the wilderness. The Battery lives on my bike to power lights, sound and charge my phone while I ride.

The thing I appreciate most about the system is how compact it is. It is very solid and light (relatively) for the amount of power it offers. People have stood on the panels. The battery was dropped on the street from my bike. (bad securing on my part.) They've been in the rain and the battery had taken a small dunk in a creek and kept on running.

Like another review had noted, the unique connector ports did put me off at first. But the connections all are strong except for the bendable short connectors for the Estrella lights.

I found a great price for the Nomad 27 and jumped on it. I'm now able to charge the Nomad in a few hours. All of the panels fit into a small pannier on the bike.

Overall, a great product on a mostly superb line of products.

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These are the same ones the military use in Iraq, except they are not camo. I got two of these nd they fully charge my Sherpa 120 in about 4-5 hours on a sunny day.

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I purchased the Goal Zero Nomad 27 Solar Charger, to take with me on climbing trips to Joshua Tree, and Denali National Parks.

It works well, and charges quickly too.

I'm in the mountains alot, and now have a stable source of power to quickly refresh my electronics.

Purchase was fast and simple. I'm %100 satisfied!

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Bought 2 ea. to charge my Extreme 350 power pack and a Sherpa 120. Well made and is more rugged than I first thought. Live in a Hurricane prone area and a little light goes a long way. Lost power for 2 weeks and you hate to run a generator to power a light bulb. Over kill?

Use this set up recharge my cordless tools as well!

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Friday, December 5, 2014

Navitech in Car Charger for NAVIGON 8410, 8450, 40, 40 Easy, 40 Review

Navitech in Car Charger for NAVIGON 8410, 8450, 40, 40 Easy, 40 Plus, 40 Premium, 40 Premium Live, 70, 70 Plus, 70 Premium, 70 Premium Live, 7410max Live, 7310, 7210, 6310, 6310 LIVE, 6350, 6350 LIVE, MAX 4350m, 4310, 4300, 3300 MAX, 3310 MAX, 2510, 2510
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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The charger was suppose to be compatible with my GPS (Navigon 7310) but after a few mins it stopped working. The screen went blank and it won't charged. I do not recommand this at all. End up purchasing the Navigon car charger and my GPS worked again. So this was an faulty item.

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HI,I will like to say that I am very happy with this product,and I will recomend this product to everyone.

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Arrived in a timely manner and worked on my navigon gps unit. Good length on cable, not to long and not to short. just right.

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Thursday, November 27, 2014

4ft Coil Lightning Connector Car Charger for iPhone 5 / 5s / 5c Review

4ft Coil Lightning Connector Car Charger for iPhone 5 / 5s / 5c, iPad Mini with Retina Display, iPod Touch 5th Gen and Nano 7th Gen - 5V, 2.4A
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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I ordered this and received it quickly. It came in their professional packaging (which looks just like anything else related to smart phones).

The coiled cord is nice. It tends not to kink or get in the way, and it is certainly long enough.

As most car charging devices seem to, this charger charged my iPod 5th gen faster than a wall charger.

The light on the charger that indicates it is charging is a blue color. It's bright and nice to look at.

The overall quality of the charger is what I'd call better than most of the things you'd buy at a retail store (especially places like AT&T or Verizon).

I only have one small issue with the charger. The plug that connects to the device itself is a little too beefy. I had to take my Otterbox off to plug it in, It was just large enough not to fit. This is by no means a deal breaker, just something to think about in the future. I recommend this product.

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I ordered this product because it clearly stated that it worked with the iPhone 5S. It did not. The connector slips right out, it won't stay in and therefore won't charge the iPhone 5S. Very disappointed. This is the first time I've ever written a review on a product. I wouldn't have purchased the product if it hadn't stated that it was compatible with the iPhone 5S.

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The first adaptor we purchased did not fit the Iphone 5 properly...kept falling out...had to return the cord which was the only pleasant part of that experience until reordering this cord. Works perfectly and no need to pay Apple accessory prices.

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I really like this charger. It has a broad 'X' on the base that lights up with a blue light that lets you know its on. No more flipping the car charger over to see if its on or not. You will know right away.

The cord isnt long enough to get to the back seat but plenty long enough for the driver or front passenger to talk and use.

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I don't know how this product would be if it actually worked. The one I received is defective and I'm sending it back.

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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Discount Moultrie 6-Volt Solar Panel

Moultrie 6-Volt Solar Panel
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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I have several deer feeders I've been using for over 10 years and have tried many different battery chargers as I run the feeders year round. I find these Moultree chargers to be the best. Easy to mount on the leg of the feeder and they last for several years. Only complaint: the electric line is NOT shielded and squirrels eat through it after a few months or so. I always need to go back and encase the electric lines in a metal sheath that I get at Lowes or Home Depot. Also, the batteries usually die after a year or two before the solar charger fails. Also remember to clean the solar charger every few months to keep it operating at peak efficiency. Keeep the charger aimed at the best afternoon sun also. It should get at least 2-3 hours of sunlight a day. More is better, but I find it only needs 2-3 hours a day to keep the batteries fully charged. I also use a 7ah 6-volt battery instead of the standard 4.5ah 6-volt battery as it defiantely lasts longer.

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Works as advertised. With this and a 6 volt rechargeable battery, I was able to keep my deer feeder going the entire season (I usually go through about 3 to 4 alkaline batteries in this amount of time). I have a meter on my feeder that gives me the status of battery power. After 4 months it still says the battery has 100% power. It was nice to know that after a busy week at work, that I could go sit in the stand on saturday morning and know that me feeder was working.

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Moultrie continues to make quality solar panels that withstand the outdoor elements and produce the necessary charge for batteries. Have used their solar panels for many years and never been left wanting. *****

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Nice compact and all the mounting harware is included!

I mention that the hardware is included because the desctiption is spotty at best.

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Not as advertised. The item shown has a single plug. The item shipped is the universal model that has alligator clips. Reordered and received the same universal model.

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Review of Schumacher INC-800A 20/70/80 Amp Automatic Microprocessor Charger

Schumacher INC-800A 20/70/80 Amp Automatic Microprocessor Charger
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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Awesome Charger! It's the best charger I've ever had. Its built tough as nails, Top Quality. LCD Screen tells you remaining time left of charge cycle and current volts. Tells you if your battery is good or bad faulty alternator, basicly everything a charger should do it does! Great Purchase at a great price. Right-On Amazon! Another good purchase from one of the best online shopping sites! AMAZON ROCKS!

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Some products rise above all of the rest of their would be competitors. The Schumacher INC 800 A is one such product. First of all, it is bullet proof. It has been designed and manufactured to the highest standard. As a charger it is fast, accurate, and very flexible. A chargers job is relatively simple, and this one simply does it's job.

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Sunday, October 5, 2014

eForCity Car Charger (Micro USB) Compatible with HTC ThunderBolt 4G Review

eForCity Car Charger Compatible with HTC ThunderBolt 4G
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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Nothing rocket science about this. It's a car charger. It works fine, does what its suppose to do without the customer spending big bucks on one of those big department store ones that are overpriced,

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Nothing big about it, it just works..... Does get hot charging but no big deal! I would buy again. If you root your phone, then the battery life will sky rocket and wont even have to charge it much.

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The car charger works much better than the other one i had bought earlier. I don't know why it works better but my phone charges even if i am using my navigation app. Thanks for the good product. I would recomend this product.

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My experience so far has been that this charger works as well as my old Verizon charger. This charger says it's a Verizon charger on it.

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Saturday, October 4, 2014

PowerMax PM3-55-MBA Smart Battery Charger Built-In 3 Stage Charging Review

PowerMax PM3-55-MBA Smart Battery Charger Built-In 3 Stage Charging
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I just installed this to replace a WFCO main board that never seemed to work right. This bolted right in place of the old one and initial tests indicate it is functioning perfectly. Hopefully it will live up to my expectations and the research I have done on this product.

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Thursday, August 7, 2014

Buy Retractable Car Charger for BlackBerry Bold 9650 (Includes

Retractable Car Charger for BlackBerry Bold 9650
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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I have not had any problems with this charger in the 3 months since i purchased it. It does a great job of charging and I especially like the retractable cord. I would recommend this item to a friend.

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I haven't used this a whole lot to see if it will continue to retract but, so far, I like it. It's much nicer than having the cord to deal with when you're not charging your phone.

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I love the sleekness of this charger, it's so small, it doesn't take up a lot of space in my rapidly packed up glove compartment. It does get hot while in use however, I'm not sure if that's safe. It makes me feel as if it's about to catch on fire. But I still use it :)

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My husband bought one for his car. After we received it and found out how handy it is to have the retractable chord and low price, we purchased another for my car to use with my blackberry. It's so affordable and convenient to use!

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My daughter loves using this because her phone is always low on battery. It is easy to use and gets my daughter's seal of approval.

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Saturday, July 19, 2014

Cheap RAPID CAR CHARGER For various SAMSUNG PHONES.

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This has saved my life several times. I would forget to put it on charge and would use the truck charger as a lifesaver.

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Great product. Cost almost nothing. Works great. I have had no problems and was glad that I bought the charger.

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Serves its purpose, for a good price. Not as rapid as my other one that had retractable cord and was much more compact. Probably why I find this annoyingly bulky.

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This charger was exactly what I needed to replace my broken one. It works great, arrived fast,and was totally affordable .

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Works well and saved me money. Item was sent out quickly. Meets all the requirement needs for a car charger

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Saturday, June 21, 2014

Discount 12V 20AH Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) - Nut and Bolt Connector

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I tested it through a full discharge cycle and it performed as advertised in that respect. I chose this battery because it had a high quality spec with all sorts of details and curves describing it characteristics. This in spite of the fact that I remain unsure if the full pdf type specs really represent the the battery product. No one in the company was able to explain a couple of critical constants that were used without definition. Ultimately they just told me to go look it up at "Google". This was the only reason that I downgraded them from 5 stars. I will still use the specs for estimating how to charge and state of charge from voltage readings, etc. The spec suggest about 200 full charge discharge cycles can be expected with proper care.

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What I like most about this company is the service was fast and accurate. The battery was the right size that I needed.

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

iOttie HLCRIO102 One Touch Windshield Dashboard Universal Car Mount Review

iOttie HLCRIO102 One Touch Windshield Dashboard Universal Car Mount Holder for iPhone 4S/5/5S/5C, Galaxy S4/S3/S2, HTC One DROID RAZR HD - Retail Packaging - Black
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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Pros

-Best car mount I've had so far for the iphone 4s. Usually car mounts won't accommodate cases for the iphone and it's a pain to have to remove it to dock the phone. This is great because it accommodates my skin case, my silicone case my otterbox, basically any case I have on my phone.

-When they say one touch they mean it. I only need one hand to dock my phone when I get in the car. no more fiddling around while driving.

-Suction sticks, even in hot weather the suction has not broken or melted

-Price for something that is simple and just works, 20 bucks with S&H included is a bargain.

Cons

-the side buttons feels a little flimsy. If you are rough with your things this may not last as long. I would say that I take care of my things fairly well so I don't see this as a big problem. I gently place my phone on the mount so I've had no problems with it breaking.

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One handed mounting is very convenient. The mount seems to be made of a good quality plastic with strong knobs and hinges. It holds the iPhone 4s in an Acase(TM) iPhone 4 and 4S Superleggera PRO Dual Layer Protection (Black/Black) case (Fits AT&T, Sprint and Verizon iPhone 4 and 4S) with a the charging cable attached. Excellent all my requirements met.

However, the suction cup is almost ridiculous the way it sticks to flat smooth surfaces. After the first application, it is not coming off without some time and effort prying it away (and, yes the suction lock lever was released). I would suggest using a crowbar. It might loosen it's grip with time as some debris accumulates on the surface but that's definitely not the case when new.

My initial plan was to store the mount in the glove box after each use but then I quickly realized that was just not practical. I applied it a second time and plan to leave it there until it falls off. I'm fairly sure the zombie apocalypse will arrive first, so no worries there.

Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining about the sticking power of the suction cup. You want it to stay put and it will. However, I imagine the force required to remove a strong healthy non-defanged headcrab would be less than this thing. So, don't say your weren't warned.

I will probably purchase one more for the other car since installation is semi-permanent.

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I am so very impressed by this car mount! I have a brand new Samsung Galaxy S III which is a pretty large phone. I have been searching for the right car mount forever and reading reviews of several different makers and models. This is the only one of which I couldn't find a complaint that it didn't fit or it was too wobbly or that the thing just didn't stick to the car surface well. And guess what? It's true! This is a firm holder that sticks like crazy (don't worry, it comes off ...eventually with a lot of muscle, it's just suction device so it won't harm you car interior). The only problem I had was I could get it to stick to the vinyl dash board of my Mini Cooper which is not exactly known for interior real estate. I finally decided on the plexi-glass that covers the gigantic speedometer in the center of my dashboard. It has held really well for a couple of days now, even in the heat of a 105 degree Southern California Summer. It makes me giddy thinking about how cool my car mount is, holding my new cool phone. By the way, this car mount even fits my phone with the protective phone cover on! It was under $20 which worried me that it would be a cheap product, but it just isn't so.

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FINAL UPDATE (March 2, 2013) Sadly the replacement product the company sent me fell off the dashboard about 10 days ago, and I could not get it to stick solidly again using the techniques suggested. Maybe it's my 2007 Toyota dashboard, maybe it's the extreme temperatures in Southern CA. Hard to say, but my final review is that this dash mount works great until it stops working, which unfortunately seems to be in four months or less based on my experience. Hopefully they'll figure out how to solve this problem, because the iOttie One-Touch Windshield Dashboard Car Mount Holder has many other great features. But ultimately it doesn't work for me.

UPDATE #2 (Jan 8, 2013) I've been using the replacement "One-Touch Windshield Dashboard Car Mount Holder," which iOttie sent me after the first one stopped sticking, for over 2 months now and it's doing the job. The one catch is that it's been during the winter months, rather than the punishing summer months when the first one failed. So I'll do a final update once my iOttie dash mount has made it through summer. So far, though, I'm very happy and would recommend this product without reservation if you live in a climate where summers aren't as long and hot as they are in southern CA. It mounts easily, is simple to use, and has very versatile positioning, which allows me to position my iPhone close to an air conditioning vent to avoid overheating. I use it just about every time I get into the car. Works great with the Waze app! It's reasonably priced, and iOttie's customer service has been admirable. (iOttie has been checking in periodically via email to see how the product is doing for me.) If the suction holds up through the summer it will definitely be a 5 star product!

UPDATE #1 (Oct 23, 2012) iOttie contacted me via email immediately after I posted my review and offered me a replacement product. Because I liked this dash mount so much aside from the sticking fail, I happily accepted. They shipped it quickly, and I've been using the iOttie ever since, with success. It's been less than a month, so I don't know if the sticking problem will happen again, but the customer service was impressive. I'll update at the 2 month mark when I can have some confidence that my complaint has been resolved.

FIRST REVIEW (Oct 2, 2012): This dashboard car mount iPhone holder worked fantastically until it started falling off my dash board less than 2 months after I received it. I tried cleaning off the suction cup as directed, and that seemed to help briefly, but it wasn't a long-term fix. Disappointing.

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In a word, Awesome. This mount is just what I was looking for. I wanted something that held the device securely, but also was easy to get it in and out of. This fits the bill perfectly. It has GREAT adjustability, both vertical adjustment and then a ball adjustment for tilt. The greatest feature is how when you press the phone onto the mount it automatically clamps onto it. I have a More case () on my iphone, so I was a little concerned how the fit would be, but it works great.

I originally was going to use the mount on the dash of my car. The one thing about this mount is that it is a suction cup mount. That wasn't a big deal for me because I have a plastic disk from another mount that I could tape to the dash and then suction cup onto, which was my plan. However, I gave it some thought after looking at how high quality the suction cup is on this mount and, instead, mounted it to the windshield, just under the rear view mirror. I love this position as it makes the device easily accessible. Overall, I couldn't ask for more.

Update: Been using this for around 8 months now. In all the Florida summer heat, the suction cup never came off the windshield, which is a rarity! Still love the mount and would highly recommend.

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Sunday, May 25, 2014

Duracell DRINVC130 130W Power Inverter with 2.1 Amp USB Port Reviews

Duracell DRINVC130 130W Power Inverter with 2.1 Amp USB Port
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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Overall this is a great little charger. My favorite feature would definitely have to be the DC plug since my car only has 1, and I don't have to buy another splitter to power other devices.

For powering a laptop, the AC plug works great.

The main reason I bought it was to power a HP Touchpad, which apparently the 2.1amp USB plug still has trouble doing.

The only other complaint I would have about it is that the fan makes a quiet ticking noise. It's just loud enough to hear; if it were more like a fan noise I wouldn't have an issue with it.

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I initially was looking for an inverter with an extra 12V power outlet because I have a Soundfly Car FM Transmitter for SD card/USB/MP3 in my older car (which lacks an Aux input on the stereo), and the Soundfly occupies the 12V outlet all the time. Finding such an inverter which ALSO has a USB power port, and a 2.1A high-powered one at that, was a huge bonus. And the cup-holder form factor is very convenient. This product is brilliant; absolutely, totally perfect, or it WOULD be... And that brings us to some of the minor drawbacks.

For one thing, there is no On/Off switch on the inverter. My car never turns off its 12V socket, key in the ignition or no key. The Duracell inverter theoretically will disengage if the car battery gets low, but I'd rather not find out. That means remembering to unplug the thing every time so as not to leave the inverter circuits constantly live on the battery, which greatly lessens its convenience.

For another thing, the USB port is supposed to be a high-current 2.1A variety. However, my iPad2 doesn't seem to charge at full speed on it. The iPad SAYS it's charging, and the charge percentage doesn't go down, but then, it doesn't really go up, either.

Another minor complaint, the inverter fan generates a faint ticking buzz. It's enough to be irritating if you're sitting in the parking lot listening to something quiet, but luckily, once you're underway, the fan is easily masked by engine and road noise. I rarely notice it, and honestly, the Duracell is much quieter than the last inverter I owned.

(Also, there is only one of each kind of port. One 12V, one AC, one USB. For me this is perfect, but if you need, say, multiple USB charge ports, you might need to go a different way.)

I have addressed these concerns by: Ignoring the fan noise. Using my iPad on the USB port, and not worrying about whether it's charging at full speed or not. (If my iPad is REALLY low and I need it to definitely charge FAST, I can always plug its own little white charger into the AC outlet on the inverter. Shouldn't have to do that, but it works.) And finally, I installed a heavy duty lamp cord switch on the inverter's 12V power feed wire, so I can leave the unit plugged in in my car but turn it on and off. Thus voiding the product warranty, but for me, the increase in usefulness was worth it.

Overall, this is a highly useful gadget, I use it every day and am glad it's there every day.

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This is a great little inverter for the money. It doesn't get 5 stars because of one very big problem--if you leave it plugged in, it will run your battery down if your vehicle continues to send power to the cigarette lighter even when the key is turned off. Luckily for me, this happened to me in a nice, heated garage, and I had another vehicle with jumper cables handy. Since then, I have been very careful about unplugging it every time I get out of the car. The cupholder shape fits perfectly into my car's cupholder. I love the fact that it has 3 outlets--(1) 12v outlet, (1) 120v outlet, and (1) usb charger port. I can charge my phone, listen to my mp3 player (powered by 12v), and run my GPS off the wall charger all at the same time. When I was researching to buy this unit, I spent a lot of time looking for one similar to this. There are cheaper and less expensive units out there. Very few had the size, power, and function of this unit. It's been great so far. It's never overheated (yet), and it is so quiet, I can't even hear it running, even with the car turned off. When I bought this, it was about $40.

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Used this for 5 weeks to power my laptop at work a total of maybe 215 hrs before it just died.

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It does pop out sort of easily of some types of cup holders, but for the most part we have been very happy with it and it has been very useful.

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