replaces the need for a usb cord
346710
I love batterycharger bcuz the port on my phone won't work but light is too bright at nite
2862694
Great when you have to charge a bunch of stuff... which is not exactly why I purchased it, but discovered it wouldn't work for that (a user problem)... so then it became a spare charging station which is fine.  Of course you will need the USB cord for charging. It's about the length and width of shorter surge protector... I always update my reviews should new info prove useful.
4781427
I allowed me to free up a much needed USB port on my computer. I just recently switched from a firewire back to a USB sound card.
250345
A simple device that does what I need.  I use it on my laptop which has no CD drive. Sometimes, when I use the external CD drive, I need more USB ports and this does the job.
2604212
CHARGING STUFF WITH USB CABLE FROM COMPUTERS ARE TIRING ME.
WITH THIS LITTLE GADGET I CAN CHARGE MY KINDLE PW2 FROM WALL SOCKETWHEN I TRAVEL TO EUROPE (I TRAVEL A LOT BECAUSE OF MY JOB)
2965382
This does the job. Because it works through a USB 2.0 connection, it will seem a little slow considering the amount of data being transferred. However, it works with my Netbook which does not have a CD/DVD drive. I do not have to use it that often so it is very handy when I do need to use it. I would like the chord to be longer but since it is stored in the case then it can not be any longer. This keeps the chord from being lost so I really do not mind it being that short.
1373010
It has to be attached to active usb (laptop/pc)
927115
great alternative to having a bunch of cords for different electronics.
4623329
Using the power cable one isn't tied to  a electrical power source & saves on cable clutter. It is small but does the job through your USB port & can't beat the price.
3619641
After my Samsung was unable to charge from the actual cord I thought I had to purchase a new phone, however, after I found this product I realized that I didn't need to purchase one. I like this product and for travelling the USB port on the side allows me to charge another device at the same time
402913
I only got this thing because my lovely new laptop thought 4 USB ports would be enough. 4 probably is enough, if you're not using your laptop like a desktop and making it the main computer. It might even be enough if I preferred the track pad over a real mouse or the laptop speakers over good speakers.

The Anker Bus-Powered port allows me to plug and unplug different flash drives without having to unplug the speakers or the mouse first. It gives me a little more freedom when I'm stationed in one area for a long time and just need a flash drive long enough to copy files over. It is a little finiky in that if it gets knocked, it "resets" the entire line of flash drives attached, but that's to be expected.

If I changed anything, it would be the color of the LED light from blue to red. Red is easier on the eyes and not as "loud" in a dark room.

I like the product, I will recommend it, and I would make this purchase again, but I can't say that I "love" it (hence the four stars instead of five).
3755478
This has been very helpful since just about everything now days is requiring usb ports. I got this for the home computer.  Despite the computer having 4 usb connections, we were still having tot switch out devices because of the lack of ports.  We use all 4 on this hub along with the 4 (one of which the hub is connected) on the computer.  One of our problems was that both my parents have fitbits which require charging and syncing directly from the computer.. not from a usb wall unit.
Anyways, it is helpful.  The cord is long enough, but it wouldn't hurt if it had a few more inches.
3994986
Now I can charge my phone with a USB cord. Don't need a lighter outlet. BUT THEY MAKE ONE OF THOSE TOO !!!
895640
Works great excellent. If I could change one thing I would make the USB cord a little longer.
1382555
Very useful to activate/deactivate USB powered game controllers or music controllers without having to unplug them or shutdown the computer.
1987044
i bought the new Mac Pro and needed more than 2 USB ports, and this does the job. I saw reviews complaining about the length of the cord to connect to the computer but the 10" cord is more than adequate. I'm using this now while I am on vacation and it is handling all the electronics I am plugging into my laptop. Ordered it on Friday and had it by Monday.
1307743
I got this for my husband because his cord is no longer in good condition. I like how long this cord is. It makes it easier to have our devices nearby while charging.