Cell Phone Chargers & Holders

Cradles & Chargers for Cellphones

• Car chargers - A car charger is a corded device that connects to your vehicle's 12-volt DC converter or cigarette lighter. When your car is turned off, this sort of charger draws electricity from the battery, and when the car is turned on, it draws power from the alternator, giving a reliable way to charge your smartphone on the move.
• Wall chargers - Designed to plug into existing 110-volt domestic electrical outlets, wall chargers are often used to replace the charger that came with your mobile phone. Other electrical outlet receivers may be accommodated by aftermarket home chargers, making foreign travel with your cellphone easier.
• Solar chargers - Solar chargers are offered for the ultimate in portability. These chargers use solar panels to collect energy from the sun, which charges a battery inside the gadget and is useful in an emergency. This solar energy is then sent to your mobile and used to charge the battery. When purchasing a solar charger, make sure it has enough wattage and battery juice to support your specific smartphone.
• Charging dock or cradle - A charging cradle allows you to plug your device directly into your desktop PC, charging it while also allowing it to communicate with it. This is useful for quickly exchanging files. Some USB cradles also let you operate your phone from your computer, allowing you to use your phone with your computer's keyboard or mouse.