Does this have to be plugged in in order to work? So only can use it near a computer?
609841
It is made for plugging into a USB port. The port can be on any electronic device, computer, Ipad, TV etc
40385
Can't help you since it is usually plugged in below the desk. Yours, nonetheless, is a good question and I would be interested in any response that you may receive.
466558
No, it needs to plug into a provided USB cable to connect to a computer (which is easy).
274394
No... Unfortunately you have to use the plug in. But it is really worth it! :)
1061612
It has to be plugged in either to the wall or to your computer. There is no battery that can be charged to use it unplugged.
2150603
It has a plug that you can use in a computer and I have used it while it is plugged in there or used an adapter plug from other electronics. Nothing special to buy if you already have one.
1897979
No you can't plug it in to anything but your computer. (I tried the same thing)
458954
No, if for instance you're using the 4-Port on a laptop, you can plug in a wired mouse. However, if you are trying to plug in an external dvd drive, then it won't work without the power adapter being plugged in. I don't have a desktop but that's what I found with my Macbook Pro. Hope this helps. Also, be aware that the adapter cord is about 3' long.
977184
Not external to the computer. It has a 'two' part USB connection, actually two spiced USB connections to your computer where it gets its power. It works with one connection but increases range (supposedly) with a second.
1663184
It has to be plugged in to a USB, so if you bring a laptop it would work well.
935727
By default it needs to be plugged in. I think there are wireless dongles for it also.
1376676
It does not connect to the computer. It can be used with batteries or an AC adaptor
267097
It needs to be plugged in to a power outlet Once set up initially , no ehernet cable needed, wireless
1104654
It can be plugged in. I leave it plugged in in my office and only use it as a tablet when using it in other rooms or on the go.
1548360
It needs to be plugged in via USB. It can also be used on the PC if you have a joypad configuration program on the PC.
704189
It may work through a powered USB 3 hub. I tried to use it with a USB extension cable when I first got it and it did not work, so now I have it directly connected to my laptop and it works perfectly.
1224140
According to my wife the answer is no, it must be plugged in. She loves it though.