Belkin Mini Surge 3OUT Wall Mount 75K 918J with USB Charger by Belkin Components
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Digital camera reviews of Belkin Mini Surge 3OUT Wall Mount 75K 918J with USB Charger
Digital camera Review: Charger
Summary: 5 Stars
Although this was not the item I originally thought it would be, the charger works well. I was impressed with the condition of the product and the timely manner it arrived.Digital camera Review: wall outlet ipod charger
Summary: 5 Stars
The product was exactly what I was looking for. I use it to keep my ipod charged. During the original shipment, the item was lost in the mail. Amazon replaced it, no questions asked.Digital camera Review: Excellent for charging USB accessories
Summary: 4 Stars
After my phone's wall charger stopped working, I had to keep plugging it into the computer to charge it since I was too lazy, and too cheap, to go and buy a new one. I saw this and bought it, and I'm really happy! It's a great way to charge my ipod and my phone nightly, without having to use the computer. The only downside I can think of is the price, but then again I don't know what other, similar ones are worth.Digital camera Review: Works well
Summary: 5 Stars
Well built, offers 3 power plugs and 2 USB ports to recharge an iPod, bluetooth headset,...Digital camera Review: No Switch and the Prongs Don't Retract
Summary: 4 Stars
First of all, the Belkin Mini Surge Protector does not have a switch. You plug it in, and all the outlets and USB charging ports are on. You have to unplug it to turn it off.
I use it to charge the batteries for my Logitech G7 laser mouse. The batteries charge via a USB charging cradle, but I don't want to keep my computer on all the time just to charge the batteries. With this device, I can just plug the charging cradle to the wall and keep the batteries fully charged.
Other reviews have said that the Belkin Mini Surge Protector is too bulky for travel. I don't think you can slip it into a notebook computer bag, but it's still smaller than most surge protectors since it doesn't have a cord.
I'm more concerned that the outlet prongs don't retract or fold when not in use. The prongs look like they could poke through a bag. You can put a cap on the prongs, but then you just end up with an "L" shaped device. It would have been better if there was a way to fold the prongs so that they're flush with the surface and you end up with a brick with flat sides.
If you have a bulky AC adapter, adding a Power Strip Liberator Plus to the Belkin might let you plug in the AC adapter without blocking the other outlets. Or you could bring along a Socket Sense SS1650W-06 expanding surger protector, but you'll be adding more weight to your luggage.
The Belkin only has 2 USB charging ports, while the Lenmar ACUSB4 AC Travel Adapter has 4 ports. However, the Lenmar does not have outlets for regular electronics. If you only need to charge USB devices, the Lenmar might be a good alternative.
Overall, the Belkin Mini Surge Protector is a step in the right direction, but there's definite room for improvement.