Another goodie that I bought from NCIX!
i-Rocks Charger Ac/USB Power Adaptor
(Yes, the name on the packaging spells adapter wrong, typical Chinese product)
Specs (shown on the back of the adapter):
- Model: IR-1050
- Input: AC100~240V 50/60Hz 0.2A
- Out: DC5. 2V +/- 5% 700mA
- Indoor use only
So, I decided I needed a AC-USB charger since it was kind of annoying having to plug my iPod Touch into the computer all the time and hogging my USB hub. I saw these ones for sale for $6.99 at NCIX with the original price being $10.43. It was a steal compared to other ones “designed for iPods” at $20 +.
It came with a small packaging; the usual hard plastic stuff that’s been sealed off and a card in the middle showing its specs. I cut open the packaging to pull out a small cube like plug about the size of a pocket size bottle of lotion. The plug is stored away and swings out to be plugged in. A green LED light shows that there is power running through this small adapter and voila! you’re good to go. Just plug in the USB cable and you’re charging in no time!
I’ve tested it out on my iPod Touch and it too about 3 hours for a charge that started at about 10% battery life left. Going to get a benchmark test through my computer to see any significant changes in charging times.
So..I’ve done the test by charging through my laptop and there aren’t any significant changes. It takes about 3 hours to fully charge my iPod Touch. I guess that the usb can only input so much power and that silly battery takes that long.
Nonetheless, it is much more convenient and very useful, especially on vacations where you need some quick juice for your usb powered electronics!
-Danjai








