Scosche reVIVE II Dual USB Car Charger for iPad

by Scosche

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 6 x 5 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B003N7NO4Q
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: USBC3
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (81 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #35 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Touch Screen Tablet Accessories > Chargers & Adapters
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 1, 2010

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

With the reVIVE II from Scosche you can easily charge most USB powered devices including your iPad, iPod, iPhone, Blackberry, Android, cellular phones, MP3 players, PDAs and more. This charger allows for two of your devices to be simultaneously charged while utilizing only one of your cars valuable 12v DC power sockets. The dual port interface uses your existing USB cables to let you plug in and get charged--one is a 2.1 Amp USB port for charging your iPad, and the other a 1 Amp port for charging all those other devices quickly and efficiently. You will be able to enjoy the convenience of keeping your favorite devices powered while living an on-the-go lifestyle.

This iPad-friendly dual port USB car charger provides you with a tool to help save space in the precious area surrounding your dash.

reVIVE II--USBC3 from Scosche

Advantages and Applications

The reVIVE II brings many advantages to users. It gives you the ability to keep yourself entertained on long drives with a fully charged MP3 player while also being able to keep your cell phone ready for that next business call. You can even keep your GPS device ready and working while reviewing important voice notes off of your phone before your next meeting. Likewise, this dual port USB car charger provides you with a tool to help save space in the precious area surrounding your dash. The compact size of the reVIVE II ensures that you can drive safely while keeping your devices fully powered.

Convenient Design

The sleek and compact design allows for the reVIVE II to fit in virtually any charging socket. The easy to see blue LED light confirms when the USB charger is properly setup in order to provide a maximum charge to your devices. Having a dark exterior keeps the charger from standing out and helps it compliment most vehicle interiors. Additionally, the reVIVE II is constructed of lightweight material making it perfect for carrying along in luggage or your own pocket.

Simple Setup

Simply insert the dual USB car charger into any 12v DC power socket.

To activate the reVIVE II simply insert the dual USB car charger into any 12v DC power socket. Your USB cables slide securely into the dual charging ports. Briefly look at each electronic device to see that they are properly connected and begin your travel assured that they are efficiently being charged. Removal is just as easy and only requires a gentle pull in order to disconnect the USB charger. The reVIVE II uses the power provided by your cars power sockets to enable each USB port a successful and quick way to charge all of your electronic devices.

Don't ever let a lack of power drain you again. The reVIVE II can be used to keep your most demanding devices ready to work. When you want to prevent a low battery warning from ruining your important plans, all you need is the Scosche reVIVE II.

About Scosche

Scosche is founded on its commitment to quality, value and customer service. Since 1980, their countless industry awards and over 50 patents have established Scosche as a leader of innovation and technology.

What's in the Box

Scosche reVIVE II Dual USB Car Charger, Documentation

Product Description

Charge your iPad and an additional USB powered device at once. Use your existing USB cables to charge any additional USB powered devices. 2.1 Amp USB port for charging iPad. 1 Amp USB port for charging additional devices

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

66 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good charger, but with significant drawback, May 8, 2011

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M. Veselov - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Scosche reVIVE II Dual USB Car Charger for iPad (Personal Computers)

Ok, let's start with everything that is good with this charger - it has very high quality build, and from what i can see inside, it uses high quality electronic components. So i can assume it can output it's listed current. Unfortunately, i wasn't able to test it myself, and i will get to the core issue now. This charger DOES NOT CONFORM to USB charging spec. What this means, is that pin 2 and 3 are not connected. So any device designed for this spec (i.e. everything not Apple) will not recognize this as a charger and will only draw 0.5 amps max. For example, my HTC Desire can barely keep it's battery charge level when running navigation software with GPS enabled.

This issue probably can be solved with specially designed USB cable, and i'm gonna test this idea next, and this is why i give 3 stars instead of 1 or 2. But still, i think this is very serious drawback in otherwise very good charger.

42 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome charger!, July 9, 2010

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TheoGeek - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Scosche reVIVE II Dual USB Car Charger for iPad (Personal Computers)

Though I don't have an iPad, I have a bunch of electronic devices that charge via USB and need that extra oomph! I was pretty stoked when I saw this one has a 1A port and a 2.1A port. I have tried standard dual USB chargers that work well for low power devices, and I also had a 1A charger for the more power hungry ones. Unfortunately, that one couldn't handle my Axim, GPS receiver, and Zune at the same time. The Scosche handles that, and I'll bet more, but I'd need a USB hub to find out. It even charged my Axim while charging my Zune from a totally spent state.

It also fits snugly in the AC source in my car unlike the last one I had that kept losing the connection and I had to wiggle it around hoping it wouldn't get dislodged when I hit a bump. And also unlike the last one I had, the LED is bright even in sunlight so I can tell it's working properly.

I would buy another one of these in a heartbeat.

26 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Actually A Pretty Good Product, September 28, 2010

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Scooter - See all my reviews

This review is from: Scosche reVIVE II Dual USB Car Charger for iPad (Personal Computers)

Been using the charger for a little over two weeks. It's a bit pricey but it seems to work well. I connect both my iPhone and Ipad in the car. Does what it is supposed to!