By: Ryan LeFevre

Ryan LeFevre — Tue, 08 Oct 2013 11:28:23 +0000

Does not fit all cars The charger itself seems well made, but it does not fit in my car's power outlets. I have an Audi, but I'm not sure if other VW-owned cars have the same problem. If I push really hard, it starts working, but otherwise it's useless. Beware!

By: Joseph V. Schaeffer

Joseph V. Schaeffer — Tue, 08 Oct 2013 11:24:40 +0000

iPhone 5 / iOS 7 – Unauthorized cable I was really pleased with this cable when I first purchased it; less so now. The 2-port car charger is great and really small, which is nice because the cigarette lighter is right behind the manual shifter in my car. However, I also bought this charger for the cable! And since I updated to iOS 7, I get a warning note on my iPhone 5 that the cable is unauthorized and it will only charge intermittently, if at all. I did not expect to have this problem with Belkin and so I am somewhat concerned that I was not shipped a real Belkin cable. That being said, the 2-port car charger works well, so I’m still giving this three stars.

By: S. Singh "Gadget Geek"

S. Singh "Gadget Geek" — Tue, 08 Oct 2013 11:13:36 +0000

Powerful 2.1 AMP / 10 Watt per Port Charger Charges 2 high AMP Devices Simultaneously The 2.1 AMP chargers give you the charging power of your iPhone wall outlet chargers on the go. Initially, I scoffed at the price for these high AMP chargers and bought a 1 AMP car charger. Since my ride to work in less than 20 minutes, I would probably get 10% more charge off the 1 AMP charger, but with this 2.1 AMP charger, I manage to juice up about 25%. The really cool part of this charger is that I can pull out the USB cable and continue charging my phone via my laptop USB port.The charger is similar in design to the – robust construction but bulky, though I am unsure of the need of such a large case (almost 2x) when Scosche has managed the same in a slimmer profile – The charger has a dull blue bezel which keeps lit when the charger is plugged in. I prefer this for night driving over the single LED. I also like the new low-profile negative (outer) terminal design. No more accidental snagging and ripping the terminal out of the charger. It also helps with a smoother insertion and removal from the power outlet.The lightning connector is well designed and fits most cases without any issue (check images above)At current market prices this slightly bulky dual 2.1 AMP USB charger is better value than any other single 2.1 AMP USB charger.Pros:* 2 USB Port with 2.1 AMP / 10 Watts per port* Solid feel to the product. Well built and sturdy parts – charger, cable and lightning connector* Included USB Lightning cable* Fast charging – almost as fast as a wall outlet charger. Approx 2.5 hours for a full charge* Well designed lightning connector fits most cases without any issueCons:* Pricey at $35 – but not too expensive at current market rates for a dual (or single) 2.1 AMP charger with a reliable, detachable Lightning cable* Bulky design* The charger has a dull blue bezel that remains on when the charger is connected. It seems inefficient to power the gremlins. I have old USB car chargers that turn-off when a device is not plugged in, light up Red when charging and Green when fully charged – I paid less than $10 for those chargers* For a car, I prefer a coiled cable like this one, just keeps things compact -

Comments on: Belkin 2-Port Car Charger with Lightning to USB Cable for iPhone 5 / 5S, iPod touch, iPod nano, iPad and iPad mini, 2.1 AMP (Black)

By: Ryan LeFevre

By: Joseph V. Schaeffer

By: S. Singh "Gadget Geek"