3 Unique USB Chargers to Power Your Devices

There is a lot of innovation in technology these days.  It never ceases to amaze me what innovators dream up next.  You wouldn’t think there is much that can be done with USB chargers that doesn’t already exist…but there is!

We recently tested three very creative USB chargers whose companies are thinking outside of the box when it comes to features that help you do more than just charge your smartphone.  All three USB Chargers can be used while at home or on the road to enhance your travels.

3 Creative USB Chargers To Discover

ZUS Smart Car Finder

ZUS by Nonda, is a dual USB charger for the car.  It is relatively small, but it packs a lot of punch.  First of all, it houses two USB ports, so the driver can charge her or his phone as well as a passenger.  Now that my 13 year-old daughter has a phone, we have been competing for my USB charger in the car.  Not anymore.  With ZUS, she can use a port and I can use one.

The same is true for my husband’s car.  He uses a ZUS too.  So when I’m in the car with him, we can both charge our devices at the same time. ZUS is not an ordinary car charger in any sense of the word. It offers a fast charging time – as much as 2 times faster than ordinary car chargers.  So even if you can only charge for 10 minutes, you’ll get a lot more battery percentage charge than other car chargers.

Two more features make using the ZUS USB Charger efficient.  First, both ports light up so at night, you know exactly where the port is to plug in.  Secondly, ZUS has a unique design where the USB port is reversible, meaning, it doesn’t matter which way you plug in your USB cord, it will work every time.  Nice!

With all these features, anyone would want to upgrade to the ZUS…but there’s more. ZUS is also a smart car finder, which gives you the ability to track where you parked your car last.  Park in an area with limited cell service?  ZUS can still help you find your car.  It has a GPS indicator, that when paired with the ZUS app, helps you to find where your car.  Incredible, huh?  

Just think of when you park at the mall, an amusement park, or in a big parking garage when flying off for a trip.  When you return, finding your car is a snap!  The ZUS app directs you to the area of your car and an indicator points the direction and tells you how many feet you are away from it.

ZUS can also help you track parking meter timing so you don’t get ticketed.  And if you get multiple ZUS USB Chargers – one for each family car, your app will automatically connect to every car you get into so you can track the car.  Multiple family members can be connected to the same cars with their app too.

ZUS makes it easy to track every car in the family to see where it’s parked.  But if all this weren’t enough, there’s one more thing ZUS can do, it even tracks the health of your car battery.  When plugged in, ZUS reads your car battery voltage and feeds the data to your ZUS app real-time, as well as keeps a history for you.  If the app sees any issues with your car battery, it alerts you.  Wow, that’s really helpful.

The ZUS Smart Car Finder and Dual USB Car Charger is an immensely handy little device.  At only 29.99, it’s a good deal, but the two-pack offers a better deal at $54.99, both offered directly from the Nonda website.

LampChamp

Are you constantly frustrated because you don’t have an open plug by your bed or in your family room to charge your phone?  Do you end up charging it in the kitchen or office because a plug is available?

The LampChamp is a brilliant way to solve an endless problem.  Turn your lamp into a charging station.  Just screw LampChamp into the base of your lamp and screw your light bulb into the LampChamp.  The LampChamp has one USB port on it’s side so you can plug in your smartphone or tablet right into it and begin charging.

No longer do you need to have a long cord to reach your outlet (if there is even an open outlet).  Just use your normal length USB cord to plug into LampChamp.  LampChamp houses a 2 AMP USB charger that is always on, whether the light is turned on or off.  It also has a built-in on/off switch to make it easy to turn on or off your lamp.

Great for your kid’s room, your bedroom, your office, bonus room, or basement.  You can keep your cord plugged in or place it in a drawer nearby and use it only when you need it.  LampChamp is always covered by your lampshade.  Now charging is easier, giving you more options to plug in and keep charged.

But think about the possibilities when you travel.  Hotels are getting better about providing outlets near the bed, but I still come across many hotels that don’t.  You need to basically look behind the bed to find an outlet, but they’re usually full with the lamp and alarm clock.

Or, if there is a plug by the bed, there’s usually just one.  Who gets it…you or your spouse?  No worries with the LampChamp, you’ll always have a plug close at hand – whether traveling in a hotel or spending the night at a friend’s house.

The LampChamp retails for $19.99 one one for $29.99 for two directly from their website.

Twist Plus World Charging Station

Speaking of the ever-seemingly scarcity of outlets to plug in your devices, Twist Plus World Charging Station is a dream come true…for home or when traveling abroad.  Twist Plus features four USB ports as well as a specially-designed port for your MacBook charger.  So with just one outlet, you can charge up to 5 devices at one time!

No need to worry about the plug adapters (that plug into the wall for reach USB cord you have), just use your USB cords to charge all your devices conveniently…and your MacBook with one plug!  

But wait, there’s more.  What makes the Twist Plus a world charging station is it’s built-in adapters to accommodate over 150 countries plug sources.  Simply twist the device and the plug we use for America turns into a plug used in the United Kingdom.  Another twist and you’re ready to plug in when traveling to China.  The Twist Plus has you covered.

Each of the 4 USB ports are powered for 4.0 Amps, which means they will charge your devices faster.  The higher the Amps, the faster the charge.  With it’s built-in fuse protection, the Twist Plus is the ultimate travel companion.

The Twist Plus World Charging Station sells for $44.99 directly from their website.

A Mom’s Perspective

Each of these USB chargers can be used at home or when traveling.  They offer a creative solution to your charging woes and built-in flexibility that other chargers can’t provide.  

Imagine plugging the ZUS into your rental car when you travel.  You can easily find your car when you park it…and your spouse can keep track of where you are for peace of mind.

Checked into a hotel with no plug by your bed, install LampChamp in minutes in the bedside lamp and your charging issue is solved.  Traveling abroad? The Twist Plus World Charging Station is all you need to take with you to charge your MacBook, your tablet, your eReader, tablet, and smartphone.

Even if not traveling abroad, the Twist Plus is a convenient way to charge all of your devices in a hotel and all you need is one plug.  Not traveling anytime soon?  Use it at home in your kitchen or office, it’s so incredibly handy.

I love the innovation these three companies have brought to charging to make our lives simpler.  With their relatively low cost, any of these USB chargers will make a great gift for Christmas…for someone special…including yourself!

          * I was given each of these USB chargers to test for evaluation purposes.  All expressed opinions are my own.