How can you charge it so that you can use it again? Does it come with a cord or can you use your own?
1020992
It comes with a micro USB cord to charge it. It is a standard micro USB cord however so any should work.
661983
You can plug it into an outlet. A USB cable is included but no proper charger, I use any cell phone or tablet charger at hand. You could possibly charge it by plugging it to a computer USB but it'll take forever to fully charge. Cranking it would also take a long time to fully charge, it's meant to be used as a last resort. Been using it for nearly a year with no complains btw
1970275
I know you have to use rechargeable batteries. I got mine at Wal-Mart. I don't know where you can get the replacement cord from.
1160656
This comes with an adapter for charging the device, but you will need to use your own cord for charging your phone.
331696
you can only use it till it loose its charge, then you have to charge it someway. Cleaning station charges it too.
482406
Heya. Yeah, I had one of these too. Somewhere on the unit, there's a small square/rectangular slot. that's the charging port. It should have come with a charging cord. It's been a while since mine was stolen though and I could be wrong. It may use micro USB to charge instead. if you want a new one, serch for one on 'The Wirecutter'.
1914910
Mine came with a cord you can plug in for it to run or you can use batteries. Did yours come with a cord to plug in? Might just be defective like mine was
1070139
If you have never charged it before then yes you can let it charge it self using the fire. It will how ever take a bit to do, I would charge first then let it recharge it self when you use it.
1902543
It comes with its own rechargeable battery. You probably need a new charger.
506318
Mine came with cord. It is a packing error. I would contact supplier and have them expidite one to you.
1322643
You can plug it in to recharge it, and I have used it while plugged in. I believe the instructions say not to do that, but it works.
630056
It has accumulated battery inside. You can charge it with micro usb cord. I think the battery can't be replaced.
279533
Nope, unfortunately, you can't just plug it in and run off the cord alone. It has to sit there and charge first or else it'll only be on for a few seconds before dying again, which is a significant design flaw.
1481135
You can buy a cord at the store. Another option is to email Anker and let them know the cord stopped charging after 3 months and ask whether you can buy another one from them. We had a problem with the cord for a different Anker external battery when we first got it. Anker replaced the cord. Recently, we bought a cord at the store for that charger and it has a better connection, so we are using it and not the replacement cord. If you want to contact Anker, you may email them at support@ianker.com. If by phone, their number is 1-800-988-7973 (Mon-Fri, 9 am to 5 pm PST). I have found them to be very responsive and helpful. You can buy a cord at the store. Another option is to email Anker and let them know the cord stopped charging after 3 months and ask whether you can buy another one from them. We had a problem with the cord for a different Anker external battery when we first got it. Anker replaced the cord. Recently, we bought a cord at the store for that charger and it has a better connection, so we are using it and not the replacement cord. If you want to contact Anker, you may email them at support@ianker.com. If by phone, their number is 1-800-988-7973 (Mon-Fri, 9 am to 5 pm PST). I have found them to... » Read More You can buy a cord at the store. Another option is to email Anker and let them know the cord stopped charging after 3 months and ask whether you can buy another one from them. We had a problem with the cord for a different Anker external battery when we first got it. Anker replaced the cord. Recently, we bought a cord at the store for that charger and it has a better connection, so we are using it and not the replacement cord. If you want to contact Anker, you may email them at support@ianker.com. If by phone, their number is 1-800-988-7973 (Mon-Fri, 9 am to 5 pm PST). I have found them to be very responsive and helpful. « Show Less
502584
You can leave the battery in and use the USB plug that comes out of the bottom of the device and charge it that way. You can also use a non rechargeable battery if you choose.
1340836
Hi DeniseO, To charge it, you can use your computer (takes a while) or a cellphone charger with micro usb (quicker).
2239041
It comes with an usb cord-that can be charged via your computer. Or you can use a wall chord that has the adapter plug that you may already have . Stays charged quite awhile.Great product.Also I see that it is a better price than when I purchased (2) so I have ordered another one!