Belkin 5-Outlets Mini Surge Suppressors with USB Charger (BZ103050-TVL)

Reasonably sized; a bit stiff when rotating the 3 prong plug; love the 2 USB chargers; does not have to be purchased just for travelling (can be used at home as well).

I was surprised at how nice this charger was. I didnt realize It was a surge protector to. I got two for the price of one. Worked great.

I bought this surge product 2 be used over sea and it is working great, it is stand up 2 the on and off, of the power supply which is great, since i have it , I…

Well made and excellent design. Cannot find a dual wattage converter (220 - 110) that has three prongs to accept it. Will not be able to travel abroad with it.

Allows charging of multiple items in 3rd world hotel rooms with only one outlet! Protects from primitive grids, with huge power fluctuations.

Not sure about the gurantee amount if something goes wrong that comes with this product.It looks good and works good too.it can rotate 180 degreees.

Works good at home, but I really wanted it for when we travel but it is so big.

The power point is on the edge of the surge protector and while puching in or taking out a power cable the who thing bends so have to do it carefully or take it out from the wall power point, else it can break.i wish the power point gng to the wall was in the middle and make it more stable.

OK, I bought this for my next photo trip when I'm in a hotel room struggling to find enough accessible outlets to recharge all of my electronics. In the meantime, I found that I can use this in my own home right now as I have one plug next to my bureau with several items I wanted to plug in there. It looks great. It works great. Tah-Dah!

working well, i use the usb port to keep my ipod/touch charged. the smaller size works well for me.

... working well, i use the usb port to keep my ipod/touch charged. the smaller size works well for me. ...

Works well. Charges 2 HTC Evos with no problems from the USB. Comes in real handy. Thinking about ordering 2 more to have around the house. Got more electronics…

This compact surge protector is ideal for travel or at home. It is neat, fits flush against the wall, doesn't take much space, and is working hard while almost out of sight! A perfect surge protector for the traveler!

Pros: + 360 degree plug design (this is really nice)
+ surge protection
+ additional outlets
+ 2 USB portsCons: - a little big
- because of the design/size using the additional outlets makes it stick really far out from the wall.+ 360 degree plug design (this is really nice)
+ surge protection
+ additional outlets
+ 2 USB ports - a little big
- because of the design/size using the additional outlets makes it stick really far out from the wall. I didn't really need the surge protection portion. I wanted the USB ports so I could save some outlet space when charging two cell phones. It works for it's intended purpose in my house but might not for others.

Pros: Dual USB Ports
3 Outlets
Rotates to allow for different positions around outletsCons: Not a lot, the small plastic piece that adds stability when plugged in isnt the best but that is nit picky.
I guess it is bulkier than most usb chargers, but has to be to fit 2 and 3 outlets.Dual USB Ports
3 Outlets
Rotates to allow for different positions around outlets Not a lot, the small plastic piece that adds stability when plugged in isnt the best but that is nit picky.
I guess it is bulkier than most usb chargers, but has to be to fit 2 and 3 outlets. Have it with a micro usb and ipod charge cable to charge the devices at night and then separate cables for data and charging on the go. Love the setup, always have power.

I have two of these and all four USB charging ports rarely work. Its also spotty with the plugs.On the plus side, they make attractive bricks

I use this to charge my phone and also for my sleep apnea machine when I travel. I've lost a few items due to power surges while on vacation so this works perfect.

We use this with our laptop and cell phones. Nice to have a small, travel friendly surge protector and not have to drag around a big power strip. The USB…

I use this for especially for traveling. Charges my acessories without using all of the sockets in the hotel room.

Pros: Great for when you need to charge a USB device but don't have a PC around. Works with the iPhone/iPad, Bluetooth headsets, etc.... Surge protection and extra 110 plugs is a plus.Cons: Shipping costs are more than the price of the unit. Watch out!Great for when you need to charge a USB device but don't have a PC around. Works with the iPhone/iPad, Bluetooth headsets, etc.... Surge protection and extra 110 plugs is a plus. Shipping costs are more than the price of the unit. Watch out!

The number one feature I'd mention is that the wall plug rotates to accommodate whether the wall socket is right side up or upside down.There is a small green LED that illuminates when it is plugged into the wall.The wall plug has a plastic sleeve, to keep the pins from being bent during travel. The sleeve attaches to the bottom of the surge protector to fill the space between the device and the wall, so it stays parallel to the wall when plugging in devices.The two USB charging sockets work well to charge a smartphone and iPod. The other sockets work well to operate and protect a laptop, etc.I have not used it in an environment with poor main power supply or during a thunderstorm, so I can't attest to it's surge protection quality, but it does give me a warm and fuzzy feeling to use it instead of plugging directly into the wall.

Just got my mother a laptop for christmas and she needs a travel sp I actually gave her my old one that only has an outlet and kept this one. Love the 3 outlets…

This mini surge protector is light, compact, and reassures me that my new laptop will be protected when I plug it in at airports and hotels. Reasonably priced.

used for charging HTC HERO and Samsung Epic smart phones via the USB ports. Works great.

Pros: It works exactly as described.Cons: A lot larger than expected.It works exactly as described. A lot larger than expected. This product does exactly like it's supposed to, price is great, and it still is compact enough to travel with!

Compact surge protector for the road

I have not had the above mentioned problem. That is not to say it is not a problem. There is a lock on the plug so when you get a green light charge it should stay working. Mine has. I do not know about the USB ports. I have never used them. I better try them.:D

This is exactly what I was looking for: a portable surge protector capable of handling multiple devices. It is sturdy, capable of handling a decent surge, and has the two USB charge ports that are REALLY convenient!

I love this power strip. I can plug my USB phone charger in and get a full charge quickly, which is really nice! Also, the socket that the plug uses is able to…

Great product but a little larger than expected. Good value.

Recently took this item on a trip where we stayed in a older hotel. This mini surge protecter worked perfectly in a place where there were hardly any available…

I took this thing with me on 6 vacations before I forgot it at the holiday inn express in chicago

it works great like any surge protector would. the best thing and themain reason why i bought itwas because of the USB ports. it allows me to charge my ipod and…

great for travel when you need to charge up more than 1 item

Nice surge protector for your PC, laptop, and USB devices, all in one. You don't have to worry about power spikes/dips damaging your investment in electronics. Small and easy to take with you in your laptop case.

The only power strip with USB ports for charging that I have found.

This item is the smallest I have found that provides the extra outlets you always need in motels plus two usb charger outlets. Price was reasonable. Arrived…

... the smallest I have found that provides the extra outlets you always need in motels plus two usb charger outlets. Price was reasonable. Arrived when expected.…

Small enough to fit in a computer backpack. Charged devices in the airport and used in the hotel that had limited outlets.

After refusing to spend $30 for a single USB recharger from the Apple store - I found this. It is great. Now both of my kids can recharge their iTouches at the…

I have had this over a year. Just wanted a small surge protector for my laptop when I am at my desk. I have a big one that my modem, printers, wi-fi, etc are…

I trust Belkin surge protecters and this came with an extra cable which works with my motorla cell phone. It works well to charge my MP3 and cell phone at the…

I like this surge protector. I always bring it when I travel. There are a few small issues I have with it.?The plug prongs do not fold it for travel.?Not a big deal. It does come with a plug protector that you use to hold when you hit the button to rotate the plug. It turns all the way around.?It could be a little smaller.?It is really wide. It's about as wide as two single row surge protectors.?The plug is located to the far left (or right -- I don't remember exactly) so plugging something onto the far right moves the whole unit so you have to be careful. The plug cover (that thing used for turning the plug) has a lip to be placed on the opposite side to "balance" the unit, but it does not make it flush with the wall as it was intended.?The "issues" are small and do not stop the product from working. I recently went on a trip and plugged my phone and iPod in the USB ports, and my computer, camera charger, and the hotel lamp in the outlets. I didn't unplug the alarm clock as it was already set, but all my electronics were protected. This product could easily be used at a home office or near a nightstand as a charging station. I would recommend unplugging surge proctors that do not have on/off switches because they use electricity even when nothing is plugged in (when you see that little light, you'll know it's on).

This is a great surge protector. I needed a small surge protector that could fit in a small space and was compact and mobile. This was perfect for both.

I LOVE the rotating plug feature! A heads-up, though: the clip for the rotating plug can go missed, and it can be a little difficult to get to, depending on the position of the rotating plug. It's smaller than I expected, and pretty light. I'm really happy with this purchase.

It's so nice to be able to charge my Ipod without having to turn on my computer! Having 2 ports is a bonus for sure. The sales picture makes the product look smaller than it…

I love the fact that it is light and compact and I am able to take it when I take my laptop places with me with out the extra cords.

wonderful product, works well to charge my ipod touch and came with a usb charger for my motorola phone! great addition! looking forward to taking it on the road…

makes annoying high pitch sound when on

PROS The swivel plug is a great idea and useful in many instances. Combined with a surge protector makes this a must for the traveler. USB ports for charging your MP3 player a nice feature for some. Unit is well designed and constructed.CONS A bit bulky but tolerable. Like many surge protectors, the protection indicator light is bright so be prepared to cover it with tape if the light bothers you in a darkened area. Pushing the release button to turn the swivel plug is stiff.OVERALL I am happy with it. Would recommend to others.

I can't really say anything bad about this product. It has three plugs which is usually enough for computing and two USB charge connections. Super useful for iPhones or other devices that can be charged via USB. Even fits in my laptop case. The rotation feature is amazing, i've only had it for a month and i've already used this feature on 3 separate occasions. I have yet to experience a surge so i dont know how it would handle that.

Did the job it is meant to. My 7 & 10-years-old now can charge their ipods without come messing with my computer.

Work fine with Ipod's!

the plug rotates - sometimes if the plug is not rotated into the correct position then no power is going to the outlets or to the usb - it can even slip into this "non-functional" position sometimes. so when you go to grab your USB charged phone or iPod in the morning it may be dead or still low on batteries.

Pros: portable...good for travel...works with ipod and iphoneCons: usb stop working with iphone...portable...good for travel...works with ipod and iphone usb stop working with iphone... it works

I now have 2 of these,I always travel with at least one. Found today that the USB charger isn't putting out enough to charge the IPAD

Pros: Small, convenientCons: Bought 2, one was fine the other gave off a continual high pitched whine/buzzSmall, convenient Bought 2, one was fine the other gave off a continual high pitched whine/buzz

Prefect travel size to charge your gear in hotels with seemingly few outlets.

Pros: Good things. i can put my ipod on that. that save my $ (like 15usd) i have this, i don't need usb chargers any more.Cons: good things.Good things. i can put my ipod on that. that save my $ (like 15usd) i have this, i don't need usb chargers any more. good things.

Pros: It's small, and if not for other problems, would be good for travel. ...Cons: Like another reviewer, mine only needed to be bumped into once to break; my…

Pros: Works as promised! Swivel adjusment is a nice touch.Cons: BIG!. It's approx the same size as my lappy's power brick! I can't think of anytime that I will actually use all 3 outlets. Maybe they should consider making one with only 2 to help with size reduction? Regarless, it's still portable enough to travel with.Works as promised! Swivel adjusment is a nice touch. BIG!. It's approx the same size as my lappy's power brick! I can't think of anytime that I will actually use all 3 outlets. Maybe they should consider making one with only 2 to help with size reduction? Regarless, it's still portable enough to travel with. I saw an earlier review that desribed issues with charging 2 usb devices at the same time. I'm able to chage my phone (HTC Hero) and mp3 player (Cowon D2) at the same time while also charging/using my gaming laptop. BTW - The usb slots are "quick" charging. Not slow like when plugged into a computers usb slot (limitations of usb on pc).

Pros: It's small, and if not for other problems, would be good for travel.Cons: Like another reviewer, mine only needed to be bumped into once to break; my Blackberry (which was the only thing ever plugged into the USB chargers) did not draw power.It's small, and if not for other problems, would be good for travel. Like another reviewer, mine only needed to be bumped into once to break; my Blackberry (which was the only thing ever plugged into the USB chargers) did not draw power. The design seems actually likely to cause this; the plug cover, which is supposed to provide stabilization to the rear, might help...except it doesn't actually reach the wall when the device is plugged into a standard wall socket. It would if the plug was flush with the wall, but I've not seen any.

Pros: Travel size with some protectionCons: The problem is the trade-offs: they want to make it portable and small, but if your charger is the type with the block on the plug, it takes up two slots. It won't charge my phone and Kindle in the 2 USB slots at the same time (common complaint) -- the .5A is too low for some usb charge devices.Plugging anything in while the unit is plugged in is awkward.Travel size with some protection The problem is the trade-offs: they want to make it portable and small, but if your charger is the type with the block on the plug, it takes up two slots. It won't charge my phone and Kindle in the 2 USB slots at the same time (common complaint) -- the .5A is too low for some usb charge devices.

Plugging anything in while the unit is plugged in is awkward. Ultimately, I returned it. Good concept, somewhat poor execution.

Pros: -USB charging
-Leaves one connection on your outlet open
-Doesn't look space age or utilitarian (I like the looks of it)Cons: Because it extends so far to the side, awkward to unplug BUT... cool little attachment to facilitate this problem. The attachment holds the non-plugged end away from the wall so that you can push the surge protector toward the wall as you pull (unplug) the attached cord. Works well.-USB charging
-Leaves one connection on your outlet open
-Doesn't look space age or utilitarian (I like the looks of it) Because it extends so far to the side, awkward to unplug BUT... cool little attachment to facilitate this problem. The attachment holds the non-plugged end away from the wall so that you can push the surge protector toward the wall as you pull (unplug) the attached cord. Works well. I feel a little bad even mentioning the "con" as it is a problem that you expect and could hardly avoid. However, I just wanted to point out that it is different than a "6-block" style that covers your entire outlet.**We are charging iPod Touches with the USB slots

This is great. No problems with it. Small enough to carry around or keep it at home. Enough plugs for all the uses i need.

I really like this little surge protector. The prongs rotate so it can fit into awkward places. Great for traveling.

Love this device, with USB and surge protection. Works great and rotates for ease of placement.

works great

Pros: Small, portable.Cons: Mine only needed to be bumped into once to break. Since most wall sockets are where they will be bumped into...Small, portable. Mine only needed to be bumped into once to break. Since most wall sockets are where they will be bumped into... I'm hoping mine was flawed, but...

Great for travel to protect devices and charge my cell phone!!

I bought this surge adapter in to protect my laptop while I was in Europe. However it is not compatible with the voltage which they use so I don't think I'll take it with me and just trust my laptop doesn't suffer from the power surges.

Does what it says it will do just fine. In retrospect, it seems though that either the product should be half the price or offer additional features (such as…

Pros: Small. Charge 2 ipodsCons: the plugs do no fold in like the apple single charger doesI like it because it is a small portable devise. You can charge 2 ipods at at a time and still have recepticles to use for electricity. If a curtain is covering a recepticle, the plug swivels so the surge protector comes out to the side of the curtain.

great product

Perfect size to throw into your briefcase. This is definitely worth the piece of mind.

I use this as a charger for my iPod and to plug three other devices into the receptacles. It is also a surge protector.

As Described

Got this on sale for 10 dollars, and its working really well. Rotating the plugs can be stiff sometimes, but its still a neat feature, as well the usb plugs come in handy for overnight charging while computer is off.

smaller and more compact than most and has room to still plug in external hard drive

The item serves it purpose.What I don't like about it is how bright the protection light is. I have this in my bedroom and it lights up the corner of my room at night. Another thing is that the plug swivels but the button that has to be depressed to swivel it is extremely hard to push. You feel like you're going to break it.

I bought this last month and have already used it on two excursions. It worked great on a two hour intercity bus trip with constant power fluctuations. The USB slots allowed me to charge my cellphone, iPAQ and GPS at the hotel without bringing along three different AC adapters.It is chunkier than I expected, but well worth the luggage space if, like me, you travel with an assortment of electronic gadgets.

I like this product, my only complaint is that the 3 plugs are pretty close together. I was hoping that with 3 plugs they would be better spaced out, it's practical and good fro traveling.

For the price you can't beat this surge protector. I needed more power outlets and and protection for my new laptop and I got it. The USB ports are nice too, as there are only 2 ports on my laptop and I have a lot of gadgets to charge.

Top marks to Belkin for designing a compact power outlet adapter packed with many useful features: three grounded plugs, two USB outlets, and most of all, prongs that ROTATE to allow you to orient the unit most conveniently. I have an unusual two-outlet combo adjacent to a light switch that makes using any conventional outlet multipliers impossible. The Belkin unit swivelled to a vertical position fit the bill perfectly.Other thoughtful touches: it came with a USB charge cable (don't know if I'll ever use it, but thoughtful anyways) and a prong cap to prevent the device from scuffing up your equipment when tossed in a computer bag. There's even a grooved slot to store the cap when removed. And wait! When parked in the slot, the cap becomes a stabilizer to help keep the unit from mashing into the wall when you insert a plug! Ingenious.The negatives are fairly minor: the device is indeed bulkier than it looks; the unit must be unplugged in order to rotate the prongs and the rotation button is tiny and hard to press. Plus, it took a lot of pressure to insert a power cord into the Belkin outlet. The manufacturing tolerances may have been a bit off.At the regular price of $19.99, the Belkin unit is fairly priced. But it's often discounted to $14.99 or $12.00, making it a definite steal. Especially when you consider a single USB power adapter from Apple is $40.

This is a Great product from Belkin. The only draw back is that the unit is unstable in the outlet due to its length. When you plug in electronics while the unit is in the wall it has a tendency to want to tilt and pull out of plug. Hold onto the unit while plugging in accessories.
USB ports are AWESOME to have to charge my Zune and Motorola Razor Phone ! !

however I just got this about 6 days ago and paid close to 30.00 with shipping nd handling and now it's 14.99,,,
not a good thing...
so if you can get it for 14.99 grab it!!!!

Since I travel a lot, this is a critical piece of equipment. It travels well (compact) and I have faith in the Belkin brand. The USB charging ports allowed me to leave my phone and mp3 adapters at home too...

This is a nice little surge protector and I got it for my niece so she could charge her USB devices in it. She has had some problems with it because it doesn't fit flush to the wall or outlet plate on the back of the surge protector. So sometimes the end of it gets pushed against the wall causing it to pull the plug out of the outlet a little bit. She will think she has something plugged in but, because the plug has pulled out a little it isn't actually charging.

Pros: My job locks down USB ports for security, making it impossible to plug in my iPod to charge. This works great for charging my iPod without setting off any "security alarms" on my computer. The surge suppression and rotating plug are nice features, too.Cons: A little bulkier than expected, making it a little less convenient for travel.My job locks down USB ports for security, making it impossible to plug in my iPod to charge. This works great for charging my iPod without setting off any "security alarms" on my computer. The surge suppression and rotating plug are nice features, too. A little bulkier than expected, making it a little less convenient for travel. This is also great to carry with your laptop to protect from power surges if you're constantly plugging it in at coffee shops, hotel rooms, etc.

clever, useful, small profile, works fine.

The inclusion of two USB ports really helps with charging of iPods and other items when computer is not on. The plug cap storage is kinda out of place, but that is the only drawback. The rotating plug is great, as are the three plugs.

I actually bought this for the UBS ports so i could charge my camera and MP3 player without a computer while on vacation. It works really well.

As always, my order was received fast, and as advertised. Thanks.

Pros: Charges MP3 player without need for PC USB power. Good for traveling without a laptop (for power). Surge protection on such a small cheap device is nice option. Rotating plug is handy so as not to cover 2nd outlet on wall.Cons: Larger than expected, although doesn't cover both outlets.Charges MP3 player without need for PC USB power. Good for traveling without a laptop (for power). Surge protection on such a small cheap device is nice option. Rotating plug is handy so as not to cover 2nd outlet on wall. Larger than expected, although doesn't cover both outlets. Does what I need it to do!

Pros: pretty good deal. no shipping. works well. charges phones and ipods with no problem.Cons: there was a little bit of dirt on one side of belkin. but whatever as long as it works good.pretty good deal. no shipping. works well. charges phones and ipods with no problem. there was a little bit of dirt on one side of belkin. but whatever as long as it works good. a must have.

It works it looks neat but as soon as I got it out of the box it broke. It didn't break to the point where it isn't usable. The button on the back that changes the position fell through so now I can not adjust where it sits. So unless I want it resting on the bottom plug it needs to be plugged in the bottom.

Pros: perfect size, performs exceptionally wellCons: can't find anyperfect size, performs exceptionally well can't find any my son uses this to plug in a laptop, printer and desk lamp...then his ipod into one usb port and his cell phone in the other. He loves it.

Pros: Wouldn't think of travel without it! Must get my husband his own!

Pros: It is cool featured, inexpensive, and has double USB Charging.Cons: They hide the clamp speed on this model, which makes me suspect it sucks. On Belkin's BZ103050-TVL model, which looks identical to this one, they blatantly advertise the less then one nano-second clamp time. On this and other versions they do not. That says to me that it doesn't clamp that fast, which makes this worthless as a surge protector.It is cool featured, inexpensive, and has double USB Charging. They hide the clamp speed on this model, which makes me suspect it sucks. On Belkin's BZ103050-TVL model, which looks identical to this one, they blatantly advertise the less then one nano-second clamp time. On this and other versions they do not. That says to me that it doesn't clamp that fast, which makes this worthless as a surge protector. If you want a multi-outlet plug that has USB charges in it, great, get this. If you actually want to protect your gear from a surge, at least until Belkin otherwise discloses this version's clamp speed, spend the few extra bucks and get the Belkin BZ103050-TVL.

Pros: Small, and lightweight, easy to use on the go.

Pros: Less than two months of product live is perhaps not long enough for people to realize what kind of benefit it may provide.Cons: The title is pretty self-explanatory. I am not sure why its life is so short. Not sure where/how to find a reliable one.Less than two months of product live is perhaps not long enough for people to realize what kind of benefit it may provide. The title is pretty self-explanatory. I am not sure why its life is so short. Not sure where/how to find a reliable one.

A handy surge protector with 2 USB ports to charge. Unit will swivel to ensure that the second wall outlet is not blocked when unit is pugged in. Has three outlets which is really handy when you want to use a portable printer and external HDD or burner. Built solid, ligth weight, and small enough to fit in laptop bags or back packs. Also has a life time warranty if it does go down hill. Can't beat that.

This is a great product to throw in the overnight travel bag. Surge protection, multiple outlets and USB charging to boot. Keeps the SONY Walkman at full charge after a day of flights getting to and overnight in anticipation of the trip home.

Pros: Works with a lot of USB chargers. Mini-USB cable is handy.Cons: Does NOT work with PS3 controllers or PSP. From what I have read online as well, there are other limitations on some cell phones.

Pros: Compact Design,Long LastingI use this at home at my desk, and it is great because it has USB option for charging.

Pros: Works well, its just a power strip... The plug rotates 90 degree's.Cons: Doesnt charage my Moto Razor, but does my iPhone.Works well, its just a power strip... The plug rotates 90 degree's. Doesnt charage my Moto Razor, but does my iPhone.

Pros: Charges Quickly,Powerfulgreat

Pros: Compact Design,Long Lasting,Powerful,Reliable PerformanceThe USB re-charge ports qualify this device as a unique dual-purpose product. Solid workmanship also.

Pros: Price and functionalityCons: You;re supposed to be able to rotate the plug by pressing a button. No amount of finger pressure allowed me to do that. Had to use a screw driver which pushed in the button (broke). Now it rotates freely.Test the button before shipping.

Worked perfectly on a recent trip - we had too few outlets and too many gadgets (including, among others, an HTC Touch and an Archos 605 video player). Good to have the surge protection as well.

I love the functionality of this for my frequent hotel stays where outlets are at a premium however this adapter is so big I question whether to pack it at times. I m still on the lookout for a more compact charger to replace this one.

Pros: rotating plug
usb charging
3 outlets
surge protectionCons: the button you have to press in order to rotate the wall plug is difficult to press. It is too hard to press often but once you get it in place, your fine.rotating plug
usb charging
3 outlets
surge protection the button you have to press in order to rotate the wall plug is difficult to press.

It is too hard to press often but once you get it in place, your fine. you cant beat the price for all its features.

USB outlets make it more varied in uses.

Strengths:Flexible, Surge Protection, 2 USB ports ... Weaknesses:None Belkin has done a great job at providing a device that provides 2-port USB power, but it…

Pros: Charges Quickly,Long Lasting,Powerful,Reliable PerformanceGreat Product

Pros: This is fantastic! I bought it for my son for college. He loves it. Takes a tiny amount of room, and has plenty of space for other important items to be protected also. A must for anyone with a laptop!

Pluses: Great way to make friends in airports where there are limited outlets. Nice and Compact for travel.
For these reasons, it's good.
I also use it at home.
Minuses: sometimes it buzzes. Also, sometimes little black ants are attracted to it, inside and out.
Watch for the price! I've seen this model run from 34.95 to 14.95 - - over time, in the same store - - no joke.

I use this in tight outlet spaces and it works great. The rotating plug design lets me get to an outlet from any angle. Highly recommended.

Pros: SMALL/PORTABLE FOR CARRYING WITH LAPTOP. GREEN LIGHT LETS YOU KNOW IT IS BEING PROTECTED. CAN MOVE SURGE PROTECTOR LEFT OR RIGHT TO FIT INTO OUTLET. USB CHARGER IS A NICE PLUS++Cons: STICKS OUT A BIT FROM OUTLET MORE THAN I'D LIKE, (ABOUT 1 1/2") BUT SMALL ISSUE WHEN LOOKING AT PROS ABOUT THIS PRODUCT! :)

This surge protector is really well suited for travelers like myself. I would (and have) recommend it to anybody that needs to do any amount of traveling with any gadgets that cost much more than $50 simply because too many places have unreliable power outlets. I travel a LOT, often with a laptop, Cell phone + bluetooth ear pieces, MP3 player, and usually a couple of other gadgets. I wouldn t risk all of those to the poor quality outlets of hotels, or the generally questionable power grid of California where I travel most. lt;br/ gt; lt;br/ gt; I have a single complaint about the physical design, which is the button used to rotate the plug is extremely difficult to press. It s flush with the surface, and slightly concave. It s also directly adjacent to the prongs, which makes it awkward to try to use solid objects to press on the button while trying to rotate the prongs. I would have preferred Belkin place the button on the side and raised it up from the surface even slightly to make it easier to rotate, and possibly to rotate while it s plugged in. I bought two of these surge protectors, and both are equally difficult to maneuver. lt;br/ gt; lt;br/ gt; To address some people s complaints about the USB ports not charging some or many of their devices. A couple of the devices named simply don t allow (or like the PSP, have settings that prevent) USB charging. So far none of my gadgets have failed to charge, though I ve only tried a few, not exhaustively tested them all.

Why risk your expensive laptop and accessories on dubious hotel power? Play it safe with this handy little insurance policy. Easy to use and it includes 2 USB power outlets to charge up your cell phone or iPod. Truly a no-brainer.

I purchased this surge protector for a great price, I found it online somewhere for $10. The thing is that this surge is a little misleading. I have only gotten the USB ports to charge my ipod. It does not work with my PSP or with my Treo. Its supposed to work with mobile phones and mp3 players and virtually any other USB charging device. My Treo is a mobile phone and it does not work. I tested the same cable with my mac and it charges fine, it just doesn t charge with the surge protector. Its still a great product but it needs more info about it.