Portable Charger For Your Toys

Nearly two years ago I wrote about Voxred’s original Turbo Charge and its capability to save just about any dying cell phone. As an update to this, the next generation TC2 was at CES this year, and thankfully after stopping by their booth, I was handed a review unit to play with. It saved the iPhone a few times from dying as we were walking around the show floor. (Note the battery was not low from me forgetting to charge it. The dying battery was a result from jabbering on the phone, surfing the web and checking e-mail multiple times).

The TC2 features the Algor Chip, which regulates the flow of energy to your battery. Because of this chip, it’s guaranteed not to overcharge or damage your device. A regular charger would send a full charge to your battery, risking damage or fire to your device.

It’s powered by two AA batteries and can give your device up to three charges. There’s an LED light on it that you can sort of use as a flashlight if needed. The battery saving on/off switch has a warning system that tells you when it’s time to replace the batteries. Perfect for when you’re traveling or on the road often, the TC2 is compatible with various cell phones, iPhone, iPod touch, iPods or portable gaming devices (PSP, Game Boy, Advance SP, Micro, DS or DS Lite).

Find the Turbo Charge TC2 for $24.95 (one adaptor) or $29.95 (seven adaptors) at www.turbocellcharge.com. Each comes with two AA batteries, and additional adaptors can be purchased on the website as well.