Macally PS-AC4 AC Power Adapter for Apple G4 by Mace Group Inc / Macally Peripherals
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Digital camera reviews of Macally PS-AC4 AC Power Adapter for Apple G4
Digital camera Review: Be wary of this charger
Summary: 2 Stars
I was hoping for a cheaper replacement, but what I got was a charger that was not much more reliable than my previous Apple charger.
The problem with this connector is that it doesn't always seem to make a good connection with the computer. When this happens, it sends the computer into a powered-charging-battery loop. I have to fiddle with the connector to get it in just the right spot to keep a good connection. While this is only an annoyance to me, I wonder what it's doing to the internals of my computer.
Digital camera Review: Besides vanity reasons, there's no reason to buy another Apple adapter
Summary: 4 Stars
I got the Macally power cord after the Apple one that came with my iBook finally broke down 2 years after purchase. I will agree that this model isn't as aesthetically pleasing as the Apple version, and I do miss having the orange and green indicator light to let me know that my computer is charging, but the difference between $30 and $80 is enough that I'm willing to give up the eye candy for the price. The Macally power adapter charges my computer just as well as the Apple version, it just doesn't look pretty while it does it. Also, it's a bit bulkier and takes up more space in my laptop bag. Still, the $50 I saved makes it worth the added weight. Unless you have serious reasons for buying the Apple power adapter (eg, vanity), I would go ahead and get the Macally version. Your pocketbook will thank you, and you can spend the extra money on other Apple extras.Digital camera Review: Best Value
Summary: 5 Stars
Less than half the price of OEM AC adapter, very well made, good solid design. You can live without the little light around the plug. Did I mention--LESS THAN HALF THE PRICE!!!Digital camera Review: Better Adapter than Apple's
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a college student and I purchased this power adapter because my Apple adapter no longer works - the cord broke near the connector - big surprise, right. This was after 3 years. Anyway, I love this new one. It's only a week old now but I like how it looks - it's white and matches my iBook, and the cord is more substantial, but aesthetically, it is very nice and not huge or fragile looking. I thought I'd miss the light on the connector, but that's not the case - It fits snugly into the input and charges rather quickly. You really can't beat this one... even if it breaks 2 times and I replace it with a 3rd, I still haven't spent as much as I would on one of Apple's shoddy adapters. I say buy it.Digital camera Review: Better and cheaper alternative
Summary: 5 Stars
I've had my Powerbook for almost 2 years now, and I've burnt TWO original Apple Powercords, they're $100.00 each, so, just decided to not go for the 3rd one and try this one, which has me really happy so far, not as weak as Apple, and pretty practical, no mention a lot cheaper. The Apple one was a little easier to roll up and put away, but considering pro's and con's, this one if definitely just BETTER.