Best iPhone 3G Car Charger

MacNNJ · MacNNJ #1 (**permalink**)

10-07-2008, 02:05 PM

What is the best iPhone 3G car charger out there?

I do not need one that plays tunes, just in case I need to charge a weak battery.

There's the Griffin PowerJolt or the Incase 2-in1 Wall & Car Charger

The Griffin can be used in the car or off a Mac/PC. PC what's that?

Or, is there just a cigarette lighter/accessory jack adapter for the Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable.

schweb · schweb #2 (**permalink**)

10-07-2008, 02:24 PM

I use the PowerJolt.

baggss · baggss #3 (**permalink**)

10-07-2008, 05:58 PM

I actually bought the Belkin Dual Charger. I can charge my iPhone/iPod and keep my TomTom GPS plugged in all at the same time.

JuanGuapo · JuanGuapo #4 (**permalink**)

10-07-2008, 09:00 PM

Incase charger...all the way. It's nice if you need to charge your iPhone at work, and it's all-in-one.

MacNNJ · MacNNJ #5 (**permalink**)

10-16-2008, 08:39 PM

Can I use a Universal USB Cigarette Lighter Adapter with the Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable?

I compared the technical data to the Griffin PowerJolt and they are not the same, plus the PowerJolt has a fuse.

The PowerJolt & Incase are both certified by Apple, so I am hesitant to purchase anything else. But, the Universal USB is waranteed for life compared to one year.

PowerJolt Specifications:

Input: 12 - 14Vdc
Output: 5.2Vdc;500mA
Maximum Current: 2 Amp
Fuse Type: 2 Amp blade-type mini-auto fuse

Universal USB Specifications:

Input: 12 - 24Vdc
Output: 5.5Vdc;700mA

ebelp · ebelp #6 (**permalink**)

10-17-2008, 10:39 AM

I use the Griffin iPhone car charger than AT&T sells. It works, but it's a little bothersome how short the cord is.

Car Charger - Apple iPhone - Cell Phone Accessories - | Wireless from AT&T, formerly Cingular

MacNNJ · MacNNJ #7 (**permalink**)

10-17-2008, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ebelp

I use the Griffin iPhone car charger than AT&T sells. It works, but it's a little bothersome how short the cord is.

Car Charger - Apple iPhone - Cell Phone Accessories - | Wireless from AT&T, formerly Cingular

That one is NOT the Powerjolt. I think the PowerJolt has a longer cord and can be used in the car or with your computer.

gotham · gotham #8 (**permalink**)

10-17-2008, 10:37 PM

I use the Griffin iPhone car charger than AT&T sells and have the Incase charger too I find the Griffin is much stronger in construction the Incase feels cheap. but the cord is short on the Griffin

iLaw · iLaw #9 (**permalink**)

10-17-2008, 11:03 PM

I use the Griffin PowerJolt SE. It's the same as the regular PowerJolt, but it's a direct connection of power, it doesn't go through USB. Plug straight from the cig lighter to the phone.

Great Product. The fact that it has a user-replaceable fuse in case of a surge is a big plus.

odenkun · odenkun #10 (**permalink**)

10-20-2008, 02:59 PM

I use Griffin Powerjolt but I do agree with ebelp regarding the length of cord. I also use Griffin WindowSeat and the shorter cord makes it difficult to reach to the iPhone when charge is needed.

SnakeD77 · SnakeD77 #11 (**permalink**)

10-22-2008, 08:45 AM

I use this one: InCharge Auto™ for iPod and iPhone: Power and charge your iPhone or iPod in any vehicle

walkum13 · walkum13 #12 (**permalink**)

10-22-2008, 10:54 AM

Does anyone have a Charger with a Line out?? My monster worked for my Ipod and my first gen iphone but the stupid thing doesn't work for the Iphone 3G...it gives me some crap about not being able to charge this device

JoeSRocha · JoeSRocha #13 (**permalink**)

12-31-2008, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odenkun

I use Griffin Powerjolt but I do agree with ebelp regarding the length of cord. I also use Griffin WindowSeat and the shorter cord makes it difficult to reach to the iPhone when charge is needed.

This one is pretty long I found. real cheap 2!

inspiretech.com: Apple iPhone 3G Car Charger, iPhone 3G Car Charger

Never heard of them but i stumbled onto the site. Must be new.

tplyons · tplyons #14 (**permalink**)

12-31-2008, 06:16 PM

I use the PowerJolt SE, no USB jack, just a coiled cord. One piece design works great for me.

$20 here: Griffin PowerJolt SE Car Charger for iPod or iPhone - Apple Store (U.S.)

osxx · osxx #15 (**permalink**)

12-31-2008, 11:26 PM

Powerjolt SE so far so good and I like the status light red for charge amber
for half charge and green full charge.

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Member Since: Sep 27, 2007 Location: NJ Posts: 115 Mac Specs: Blk MacBook 2.16 Ghz C2D, 2GB RAM, 160 GB HD OS X & iPhone 4 32GB	10-16-2008, 08:39 PM Can I use a Universal USB Cigarette Lighter Adapter with the Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable? I compared the technical data to the Griffin PowerJolt and they are not the same, plus the PowerJolt has a fuse. The PowerJolt & Incase are both certified by Apple, so I am hesitant to purchase anything else. But, the Universal USB is waranteed for life compared to one year. PowerJolt Specifications: Input: 12 - 14Vdc Output: 5.2Vdc;500mA Maximum Current: 2 Amp Fuse Type: 2 Amp blade-type mini-auto fuse Universal USB Specifications: Input: 12 - 24Vdc Output: 5.5Vdc;700mA
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iLaw #9 (permalink)
Member Since: May 23, 2008 Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada Posts: 167 Mac Specs: MacBook Pro 15" (Mid 2010), iPhone 3GS	10-17-2008, 11:03 PM I use the Griffin PowerJolt SE. It's the same as the regular PowerJolt, but it's a direct connection of power, it doesn't go through USB. Plug straight from the cig lighter to the phone. Great Product. The fact that it has a user-replaceable fuse in case of a surge is a big plus. iLaw MacBook Pro 15" (Mid 2010) + White 32GB Rogers iPhone 3GS 2.66 GHz Intel Core i7, 4 GB DDR3 RAM, 500 GB 7200 RPM Hard Drive, Intel HD/512 MB GeForce 330M Graphics, Hi-Res 15" Glossy Screen, Mac OS X v10.6
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MacNNJ #1 (permalink)
Member Since: Sep 27, 2007 Location: NJ Posts: 115 Mac Specs: Blk MacBook 2.16 Ghz C2D, 2GB RAM, 160 GB HD OS X & iPhone 4 32GB	10-07-2008, 02:05 PM What is the best iPhone 3G car charger out there? I do not need one that plays tunes, just in case I need to charge a weak battery. There's the Griffin PowerJolt or the Incase 2-in1 Wall & Car Charger The Griffin can be used in the car or off a Mac/PC. PC what's that? Or, is there just a cigarette lighter/accessory jack adapter for the Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable.
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JuanGuapo #4 (permalink)
Member Since: Jun 06, 2007 Location: Whittier, CA Posts: 220 Mac Specs: uMBP 2.66/4GB/320GB; iMac 2.66Ghz/4GB/320GB; Apple TV; Black iPhone 3G 16GB	10-07-2008, 09:00 PM Incase charger...all the way. It's nice if you need to charge your iPhone at work, and it's all-in-one.
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ebelp #6 (permalink)
Member Since: Feb 06, 2008 Location: NY Posts: 18 Mac Specs: 2.4ghz MacBook, 16gb white iPhone 3G, 16gb iPod Touch, 4gb iPod Mini	10-17-2008, 10:39 AM I use the Griffin iPhone car charger than AT&T sells. It works, but it's a little bothersome how short the cord is. Car Charger - Apple iPhone - Cell Phone Accessories - \| Wireless from AT&T, formerly Cingular
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gotham #8 (permalink)
Member Since: Jul 01, 2007 Posts: 248	10-17-2008, 10:37 PM I use the Griffin iPhone car charger than AT&T sells and have the Incase charger too I find the Griffin is much stronger in construction the Incase feels cheap. but the cord is short on the Griffin
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odenkun #10 (permalink)
Member Since: Jan 07, 2008 Posts: 92 Mac Specs: iMac G5 iSight-20 2.1GHz 1.5TB HD, iPhone 4 WT (16GB), iPad (3rd) WT (4G/16GB)、iPhone 5 WT (1	10-20-2008, 02:59 PM I use Griffin Powerjolt but I do agree with ebelp regarding the length of cord. I also use Griffin WindowSeat and the shorter cord makes it difficult to reach to the iPhone when charge is needed.
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SnakeD77 #11 (permalink)
Member Since: Jul 03, 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 3 Mac Specs: 24" iMac 2.8 GHz 4GB RAM 320GB HD / iPhone 3G 16GB	10-22-2008, 08:45 AM I use this one: InCharge Auto™ for iPod and iPhone: Power and charge your iPhone or iPod in any vehicle
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walkum13 #12 (permalink)
Member Since: Jul 23, 2008 Posts: 151 Mac Specs: MacBook Pro 2.4 ghz/Iphone 4/Ipod 4th Gen/More Coming I'm sure, too bad for my wallet ;)	10-22-2008, 10:54 AM Does anyone have a Charger with a Line out?? My monster worked for my Ipod and my first gen iphone but the stupid thing doesn't work for the Iphone 3G...it gives me some crap about not being able to charge this device
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tplyons #14 (permalink)
Member Since: Jul 21, 2008 Location: Madison, NJ Posts: 11 Mac Specs: White MacBook 2.0gHz, 2GB RAM, Leopard	12-31-2008, 06:16 PM I use the PowerJolt SE, no USB jack, just a coiled cord. One piece design works great for me. $20 here: Griffin PowerJolt SE Car Charger for iPod or iPhone - Apple Store (U.S.)
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Member Since: Jan 19, 2008 Location: houston texas Posts: 3,935 Mac Specs: 15 MacBook Pro 2009 32GB iPad 4 32GB iPhone 5 Apple TV 3 AEBS/AE	12-31-2008, 11:26 PM Powerjolt SE so far so good and I like the status light red for charge amber for half charge and green full charge.
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