Can the device be used while plugged in / charging?
1099083
Yes, I have been using mine while charging with the USB in my vehicle. No issues.
1099084
Yes, I have a usb port in my car so I always have it connected to the charger while in use. It works great while it's charging or not.
1099085
Yes you can use it while charging, this is my third one, can't remember the others names but they were pos. This one is the best by far.
19439
Yes, most devices can be used while charging. You can also plug in the battery while charging a device and charge both at once.
19440
Yes you can use the device while it is charging. I have only tried it with a phone but it should work on a tablet also. I used the Astro on a 15 hour flight to charge my phone and watch movies.
402769
Yes. I've had no problems using the phone while it's plugged in and charging
1175495
Yes. You absolutely can. I use it while I'm traveling and it is the only charger I use while traveling. I found on a couple rare occasions I had the device switched on and it didn't automatically turn itself off and didn't accept the charge from the wall. Most of the time I don't have this issue and it recharges the battery as well as my connected phone and other devices.
1251738
I have never tried using it while it is charging. I wouldn't recommend it at all because the horror stories I have read of people using their cellphone devices while they are charging. That my also be the same with using a Bluetooth while it is charging.
56141
Charge it for a while and then try to use it. You can use it while it is plugged up
248683
Yes - you can use your device while this is plugged in. However, depending on your device and usage, this 5600 mAh unit may or may not charge it as fast as you are draining the battery. (Reading a book is probably fine, but playing games or watching video may only extend the time before you run out of juice.) You can get around that by simply recharging your device (Kindle HD) before it is almost dead. This Anker model is more for charging smartphones than tablets. You may want to consider the 10000mAh (or higher) models which are much better suited for recharging tablets. The 8400mAh model may also work for the Kindle Fire HD. Yes - you can use your device while this is plugged in. However, depending on your device and usage, this 5600 mAh unit may or may not charge it as fast as you are draining the battery. (Reading a book is probably fine, but playing games or watching video may only extend the time before you run out of juice.) You can get around that by simply recharging your device (Kindle HD) before it is almost dead. This Anker model is more for charging smartphones than tablets. You may want to consider the 10000mAh (or higher) models which are much better suited for recharging tablets. The... » Read More Yes - you can use your device while this is plugged in. However, depending on your device and usage, this 5600 mAh unit may or may not charge it as fast as you are draining the battery. (Reading a book is probably fine, but playing games or watching video may only extend the time before you run out of juice.) You can get around that by simply recharging your device (Kindle HD) before it is almost dead. This Anker model is more for charging smartphones than tablets. You may want to consider the 10000mAh (or higher) models which are much better suited for recharging tablets. The 8400mAh model may also work for the Kindle Fire HD. « Show Less
280527
Yes, it can be used while charging. Unlike some of my past DAPs, this one doesn't get very hot when it charges.
1924075
Hello, Yes you can use the speaker while its charging, Thank you. Arthur Satechi Technical Support
1360591
No, you can not charge a device and use it at the same time. Doing this will blow your device up and the battery pack will explode and burn you house down.
31337
I believe it charges while in use, but I rarely use it without having it plugged in.
1350809
I've used it while it's charging. The cord is a pain while it's plugged in. But yes you can.
257917
Yes you can use it while charging, but it can only be charged via USB cord.
1225162
Yes I was able to use my tablet while in use. It is as same as plugging in to the wall charger.
1676555
Yes. You can use it and charge it at the same time. I leave mine on charge in my auto continuously while I am driving. Works well that way. I never have to touch it.
211455
I've never tried to use it while charging. It might be a bit odd since the device is clipped to ur clothes, earbuds in, and a cord to the electric outlet charging it? I'd think one could not move around...lol