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TechnoTV - Belkin Mini Surge Protector Dual USB Charger
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List Price: $19.99
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Manufacturer: Belkin Components
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Average Customer Rating:  
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Batteries Included: 0
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Belkin
Color: WHITE
EAN: 0722868649992
Feature: 360-degree rotating plug with 4 locking position
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Label: Belkin Components
Manufacturer: Belkin Components
Model: BZ103050-TVL
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Belkin Components
Studio: Belkin Components
Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty
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Features
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360-degree rotating plug with 4 locking position
Provides complete surge protection through all outlets
Offers compact, lightweight, efficient design
Features mini-USB cable to charge virtually any USB device including BlackBerry® and Motorola® RAZR phones
Comes with Lifetime Product and $75,000 Connected Equipment Warranties
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Mini surge protector not so mini
Comment: Great device, works as advertised.
I took it on a trip abroad a little too big for my taste but well worth the compromise...
Will continue to use and recommend.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Not so MINI, but a good surge product overall.
Comment: I've been searching for a product that can extend the outlet on my bathroom for the electrical products that I use. I finally came across this Belkin mini surge protector and features:
- 3 AC power outlets
- 2 USB outlets ONLY for charging (not data transfer) at 5V / 500mA at each port
- Surge protection on all 5 outlets
- 918 Joules Energy Dissipation
- 125V / 15A / 1,875W Continuous Duty Electrical Rating
- 36,000A Maximum Spike Current
- Lifetime Warranty on product
- USD75,0000.00 connected equipment warranty
- 360 degree rotating plug lockable into 4 possible positions
Simple, elegant design in a smooth plastic casing of white and light grey colour. Once plugged, the green LED light will indicate if the power source is grounded.
The box comes with one USB to mini-USB cable to get you started in charging your USB devices as well.
DO NOT throw the prong cover that initially comes attached to the surge protector prong. As the manual states (for those who still care to read the User Manual these days), you can use this plastic prong cover to help further balance the device against any surface. You do this by inserting the plastic prong cover on the bottom of the surge device via a small notch. Also, the plastic cover is handy to use when traveling. Before dumping the surge protector along with your other devices, cover the prongs to prevent it from scratching other objects.
The prongs can be rotated 360 degrees loosely. However, there are 4 positions that enable you to lock it so it doesn't flail along clumsily in any direction. You do this by pressing into the rear a "release button". It's not a raised button, but a flat plastic portion that you have to press hard in order to release the lock. It's quite difficult (at least with the model I received) at first and feels like I'm going to break the plastic button. But I guess if this is normal then it can be construed as a safety measure so it doesn't easily rotate with a simple touch.
IMPROVEMENTS:
The term "mini" is subjective. It isn't really that compact as I would assume from seeing the photo. It is small, yes. However, as a surge protector that can take 3 AC and 2 USB outlets, I will give Belkin the benefit of naming it a mini device.
I would STRONGLY prefer the re-design of the spacing on the AC outlets by allowing larger plugs connected side-by-side. As it is right now, only normal AC plugs and not block-style plugs are allowed without loosing all three outlets. So my proposal is to delete the middle AC outlet and move it to the end-cap of the device (opposite to the 2 USB outlets). As of now, there is nothing there so rather than cramp the 3 AC plugs, then move the third at the end and thus allowing for block-style plugs to be used and still retaining the 3 AC functionality.
OVERALL:
I would not hesitate to recommend the purchase of this surge protection for compact spaces as well as travel purposes especially with the lifetime warranty and amount of protection is offers.
Take note of the selling price Amazon and the others are selling this at. It's ridiculous to see the selling price of this exact device can range anywhere from USD10 to USD30.
Lastly, BE AWARE of the SPECS so you know if the USB device you are plugging is capable of being charged.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Good product, but a bit bulky for travel
Comment: Useful item to have handy for charging USB devices without using your laptop, but it's a little too bulky to use for travel. I also have the Monster four in one outlet device, which is easier to travel with, but doesnt have any USB charging. Stick 2 USB outlets on that Monster device and I'd be a happy camper.
Customer Rating:
Summary: A Welcome Travel Mate
Comment: I used to travel with a cheap power strip. Not anymore the Belkin Mini Surge protector is fabulous.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Nothing Mini about it
Comment: Nice hotel room companion for plugging in the laptop, cell phone, iPod, and iPhone when you only have one outlet. The 5v outputs are regulated very well. It's quite a bit larger than it appears in the photograph as well as modestly heavy. Calling it 'mini' is deceptive. It's also rated up to 125v so forget using it anywhere except North America (not mentioned in the technical specs). Otherwise, it's built sturdy as a brick and will endure any punishment your travels may inflict upon it.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Simply switching your electronic devices on and off can create electrical imbalances that can cause cumulative, permanent damage to your valuable equipment. Add peace of mind on business trips and vacations with the Mini Surge Protector from Belkin. It features three AC outlets and two powered USB outlets; ideal for MP3 players and mobile phones. It comes with 360-degree rotating plug with 4 locking positions and provides complete surge protection through all outlets. It also features mini-USB cable to charge virtually any USB device including BlackBerry and Motorola RAZR phones.
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