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IDAPT I4 Universal Charger (Four Port Gadget Charger) @ DSE for $5 (with Free Shipping)

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IDAPT I4 Universal Charger (Four Port Gadget Charger) @ DSE for $5 (with Free Shipping)
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[Deactivated] on 14/08/2014 - 09:44 dicksmith.com.au (5310 clicks)
Last edited 14/08/2014 - 11:59

This is one big black ugly looking charging station but its super cheap. I just bought one from DSE for $5, they retail for $44.99 on the manufacturers website (http://www.idaptweb.com/collections/universal-charger/produc…).

It comes with the following connections: - 1x iPhone 5, 1x iPhone 4, 2x microUSB, 1x miniUSB. It chargers four devices at once and you can swap the charging tips. From the manufacturer's website:

'IDAPT i4+ is an innovative charging solution that eliminates cable clutter and charges four devices simultaneously, as fast as the original manufacturer’s charger. IDAPT’s patented interchangeable tip system allows you to safely charge almost any combination of portable devices. It is compatible with past, current and future generations of devices. It combines style with simplified charging, perfect for everyone’s mobile lifestyle.

• Charge 4 devices simultaneously (3 IDAPT ports + 1 Powerful USB)
• Includes 5 modular tips (1x iPhone 5, 1x iPhone 4, 2x microUSB, 1x miniUSB) for all generations of iPhone, Samsung, Android, LG, Google, GoPro, Blackberry
• Fast & Powerful charging: delivers 25 Watts in total.
• Recharge tablets (iPad, Galaxy Tab) and eBooks (Kindle…)
• 2 Years warranty'

Also the tips are $5 (lightning tip example) - http://www.dicksmith.com.au/idapt-charging-tip-lightning-dsa…

Enjoy it, I will.

EDIT: If you feel like destroying the planet or buying these out of stock you could buy a second station just for the three tips on top. Ie I just bought a second iPhone 5 tip for $5 but I could have (or should have) bought a second station for the interchangeable tips but i thought what a waste. But the option is there. Hope that makes sense

EDIT 2: Available on eBay store for those who missed out, Use code CSHIP4FREE for free shipping

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/IDAPT-i4-Universal-Charger-/25161…?

EDIT 3: Out of stock on eBay store

EDIT 4: Triple device still in stock http://www.dicksmith.com.au/idapt-i2-universal-charger-dsau-…. It has two top loaded device tips and a USB port.

EDIT 5: Looks like this model isn't the '+' model and doesn't include the lightning connector. Hope this hasn't put anyone out (me included!). From a google search looks like it comes with these tips - '6 Tips (Apple, Mini USB, Micro USB, Nokia, Sony Ericsson, Samsung)'

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    • [Deactivated] on 14/08/2014 - 10:51
      +2

      Disgusting isn't it?

  • frysie on 14/08/2014 - 10:38

    Ooops, it seems 2 went through on my dicksmith account (even tho it said it had an error) after buying a few on ebay…. bugger i dont need these extra 2… i got 2 too many … bugger!

    EDIT:
    noticed a fair few people bought 20, 50 items…. obviously going to resell on eBay

    • ahly92 on 14/08/2014 - 20:09

      are you in melbourne?…could i have one?

  • mily on 14/08/2014 - 10:38

    Got mine from Ebay store, such a rush and forgot the free shipping code, oh well, hope they post it out.

  • [Deactivated] on 14/08/2014 - 10:39

    Apparently these might be faulty or something according to reviews on amazon. The USB port can also fail. Even some blogs dedicated to phones are faulting the tip charging system.

    Oh well, it was only $5, it will make a nice "big" doorstop once it dies.

    • [Deactivated] on 14/08/2014 - 10:41

      Yeah how bad will I feel when they all blow up $500+ devices….

  • [Deactivated] on 14/08/2014 - 10:41

    Read a review on the i1 eco charger. Long story short, not a good travel, home or car (has a 12v car port) charger with only 2 charging ports for its size. The el cheapo double usb car adaptors from china/ebay works well for that.
    Does come with 3 charging tips though (I guess it would be the I4, I5 and microusb), so buy it only for that reason

    http://www.cultofmac.com/149705/the-idapt-i1-eco-is-a-big-tr…

  • unity1 on 14/08/2014 - 10:43
    +4

    There was one order on ebay for 50 and 2 orders for 20. No wonder they went OOS so quickly.

    • frysie on 14/08/2014 - 10:44

      free shipping = DSE just got owned by those powersellers lol!!

    • Herbse on 14/08/2014 - 10:48

      Damn professionals

    • czechboi on 14/08/2014 - 10:48

      Watch these get relisted on ebay LOL

    • Logical on 14/08/2014 - 10:49

      A very bad investment for those that bought 50 or 20!… or even 1!

      • czechboi on 14/08/2014 - 10:50

        There are a lot more positive reviews than negative ones mate.

        At the very least they are a bargain xmas present.

        • Logical on 14/08/2014 - 10:53
          +1

          how can you let your phone stand on the usb port alone, there is nothing in the dock to lean your phone on. Sure, give to others to damage their valuable items

        • lplau on 14/08/2014 - 11:11

          @Logical:
          Lol, you can say that about anything. I've seen people damage their USB port on their phone with their normal plug in charger.

          Drop + Plugged in = worse damage than using Idapt I4.

        • King Tightarse on 14/08/2014 - 11:21
          +1

          @lplau:
          This is sitting there for hours at a time on its jack. A soldered jack like this was never intended to take the weight of the device. In most cases it will be soldered directly to the board. It just sits there like a giant lever waiting to be bumped. Even a small whack could cause it to damage the jack or board due to leverage. $800 phone ruined by $5 charger.

          A1 crap design.

  • IIGnomeII on 14/08/2014 - 10:44

    Got one on ebay, if they fail to send it at least I can neg them.
    Missed the free shipping code as well but meh, it was $10.

    • Logical on 14/08/2014 - 10:45

      and you could have given the $10 to charity… one review on amazon reads "the product turned out to be poorly manufactured… the charging jack on my Nexus became faulty and now I am unable to charge it with my original charger. The Nexus had been problem-free since I bought it in February, but one month's use on this dock apparently messed up the jack"

  • spockter on 14/08/2014 - 10:55
    +2

    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/IDAPT-i2-Universal-Charger/251612…

    Bought one, five left at 10:54

    As others have said, don't forget free shipping coupon CSHIP4FREE

    • froodo on 14/08/2014 - 11:07

      Yep worked for me as well.

  • chewkl on 14/08/2014 - 11:06
    +1

    I got 2, but called to cancel the order not because it was an impulse purchase, but of fear I would break my devices charging ports because of the way the devices' weight would rest while charging on the dock.

    • [Deactivated] on 14/08/2014 - 11:14

      Be pretty easy to use stick on vecro strips with a support to rest the device on if you are worried.

    • hanofee on 14/08/2014 - 21:40

      Can we cancel our orders? Me too, after reading some comments, I don't think I want to use it. Bought a couple of i4 from earlier deal, but after reading some comments on the possibility of damaging slot as there's no support, I probably won't risk mine. If anyone around Knoxfield, VIC still want it, despite all comments, pm me.

  • msmhw on 14/08/2014 - 11:08

    Anyone bought more than one and want to sell one of them?

    • Snoop on 14/08/2014 - 11:15

      What about getting the IDAPT i2+? It's pretty much the same thing, just minus one charging port!

    • stonedewok on 14/08/2014 - 12:20

      hey mate,

      yeah I bought 2 thinking it had lightning adapters (which it probably doesn't!)…
      when it arrives, i'll see if we can arrange some sort of sale.

      • msmhw on 14/08/2014 - 13:35

        Hi mate,
        Great I notice you are from sydney, I am too in Sydney.

        Please contact me when they arrive.

        Cheers

        • stonedewok on 15/08/2014 - 09:23

          hey man,
          got the i4 this morning…no lightning charger tip as expected :(
          did you still want to buy it? if so, PM and we'll work something out.

          cheers

        • TheGunslinger on 15/08/2014 - 09:27

          @stonedewok:

          Yeah, no lightning is a bummer. I know the title is idapt 4 on the site but the description says idapt 4+.

          Oh well, cheap enough for an impulse buy.

  • pyramid on 14/08/2014 - 11:10

    Yeah, i need one as well. Any gentle soul who bought more than one and want to sell me one?

    • Snoop on 14/08/2014 - 11:16

      Likewise, see my post above about the IDAPT i2+

      • pyramid on 14/08/2014 - 11:34

        Yah Thanks. Problem is i4 is better for me cause i don't own i-devices and hence i2 can only cater to one phone and not morethan that.

        • Snoop on 14/08/2014 - 11:42

          can charge up to 3 mobile devices simultaneously

          So I'm not quite sure what youre talking about???
          It has 2 slots with interchangeable plugs (not sure exactly what they are) and 1 usb port!!!

        • unco on 14/08/2014 - 13:57
          +1

          I bought 2 thinking it had the lightning tips, if it ends up coming through then I'll be happy to sell one on to you. (I bought through the ebay site so they might cancel it if they don't have stock)

        • pyramid on 15/08/2014 - 09:55

          @unco: Excellent. PM me when you ready to sell one.

  • SeanEIt on 14/08/2014 - 11:16

    should be relatively easy to fashion a support for the device when plugged in..

  • [Deactivated] on 14/08/2014 - 11:28

    In my experience it seems more likely to damage the charging plug rather than the charging slot. I've had a few cables where the charging plug was bent out of shape (dropping, hitting accidentally or pushed against something), the phones worked fine with a new cable.

    Guess it does depend if the plug is stronger than the slot.

  • own1313 on 14/08/2014 - 11:31

    Just got the i2+, Thanks op!

  • ricodbn on 14/08/2014 - 11:37
    +3

    Thanks OP. Got the smaller one. Not sure what tips it comes with.

    For those who have used up the free shipping code- its free shipping on the DSE website.

    On this site- says 6 tips included. http://www.cavaraty.com/site/product/2644/
    Mini USB
    Micro USB
    SOny ericsson 2
    Samsung 4
    Ipod / iphone old
    Nokia 2

    • mooreshady on 14/08/2014 - 12:08

      iphone 5 onwards, can it support? if using the apple cable (original apple cable), plugging to USB…

  • Kai88 on 14/08/2014 - 11:52

    Adding to the list of things bought that I dont need.

  • atlas on 14/08/2014 - 12:25
    +3

    Unless you're using older phones I wouldn't be bothering with this. 1A is too slow for most new devices. No matter how cheap something is, a waste of space is still a waste of space.

    I recently bought the Anker 40w 5 port charger, and couldn't be happier. Solidly built and will charge at high speed. With standard USB outputs I can just change the cables as necessary. Great for travelling too.

    • mooreshady on 14/08/2014 - 12:46
      +1

      for me, i use on PS4, PS3 controllers & ps vita 2000 charging…… so both micro and mini will be useful. iphone 5 or lightning i plan on usb charge port instead, but if tip comes with lightning one then i may use as it's not heavy.

  • [Deactivated] on 14/08/2014 - 12:35
    +3

    Do not waste your money on this, even for $5. I charged a phablet and it bent the micro pins backwards because it couldn't support the weight and now the tip is useless. It only comes with one micro usb tip.

  • wfdTamar on 14/08/2014 - 13:26

    I've got the bigger one and it works ok. Charging power is not high - takes a while to charge compared to my factory charger (Galaxy Note II). Same for the USB slot. Have to take the phone out of its case to plug it in, but it sits there ok. Just put it somewhere you wont knock it. The mounts do swing back and forward a bit (to allow for phone movement). The smaller unit would be fine - in fact I reckon better as it takes up less room and you're unlikely to need more than it can supply anyway (just get two if you want more slotys then the charger can cope with it).

  • easternculture on 14/08/2014 - 15:28

    thanks op. mine has been shipped

  • fatice on 14/08/2014 - 16:19
    -1

    Well, thank for those who bought more than a few, all out of stock.

  • DeadlySaber on 15/08/2014 - 08:10

    I need one of the I4, if anyone in Sydney change their mind please PM me. Cheers.

    • stonedewok on 15/08/2014 - 09:24

      hey mate,
      got my i4s this morning…no lightning charger tip as expected :(
      selling one to msmhw, did you want the other one? if so, PM me and we'll work something out.

      cheers

  • mooreshady on 15/08/2014 - 08:20
    +1

    Mine arrived just now!!! Idapt 2+, bought from ebay, $5.

    Comes with 6 tips. mini, micro, sony ericsson 2, samsung 4, nokia 2 & iphone4/ipod

    Thanks OP!~!~!~!~

  • stonedewok on 15/08/2014 - 09:26
    +2

    Received my 2x i4 chargers this morning, can confirm it DOESN'T include the iphone 5 lightning charger tip. (6 tips as per idapt 2+)

  • own1313 on 15/08/2014 - 09:54
    +1

    Thanks again OP, just received it today :D

  • [Deactivated] on 15/08/2014 - 12:07
    +1

    Hey guys, just got mine just then. No lightning plug as my last edit states but great value for $5! I can charge go pro style action camera, wireless hdd, iPhone 4 and old iPod nano, telstra wireless 3g and lots of things.

    But guess what, my separate buy of the lightning tip did not get sent and I called DSE. Guess what they told me, 'Sorry sir (in best fake American accent), but that tip isn't in stock now and we don't know when it will.' Thanks Dick.

  • ycon on 15/08/2014 - 15:09

    Mine just arrive but no lightening connector. Basically useless for me if anyone wanted to grab it. Wonder if I can return it?

    • msmhw on 15/08/2014 - 15:12

      how much are you going to sell it for?

      I think yes you may able to return it

      • ycon on 15/08/2014 - 16:04

        What I paid- $5

        I can't think of any us for this without the iPhone 5 adapter.

  • twodollah on 15/08/2014 - 16:32

    I'm looking to sell mine for cost price. Located in eastern suburbs melbourne.

    • pyramid on 16/08/2014 - 11:32

      Do you still have yours? I sent you PM.

      • twodollah on 16/08/2014 - 13:34

        Hey yeah I do. I'm located in Bayswater 3153 if you're keen.

        • pyramid on 16/08/2014 - 22:17

          Probably bit far..I am at 3122.

  • HelpWanted on 15/08/2014 - 16:57
    +4

    Dear Valued Customer,

    We are writing to you in regards to your recent Dick Smith order for the IDAPT I4 Universal Charger (PW8205) for $5.

    Due to an unexpectedly high demand for this item & a technical issue affecting our inventory systems this product has been oversold. Unfortunately our inventory was depleted prior to your order being processed & we are unable to fulfil this item as requested. Consequently we will be cancelling your order and processing a full refund.

    We anticipate that your refund will be completed by Wednesday 20th August 2014. Depending on your financial institution, these funds will be available to you in 3-5 business days thereafter.

    • ptsordos on 15/08/2014 - 17:02

      Just got the exact same email.

    • Snoop on 15/08/2014 - 17:05

      Plenty of people are selling there's due to lack of iPhone5 adapter! (Although you can easily plug into USB). So it won't be too hard for you to grab one! I'm definitely keeping on of mine as it'll be for an S4, I4 and iPad… But I might get rid of the other if I find that it won't be any good for where I planned on having it! (Mrs has i5)

      • GregFiona on 15/08/2014 - 22:51

        I also wanted it for my iphone 5 but i'm definitely keeping mine for work because of the quick charge usb port and the ability to charge colleagues phones. FYI the charging tips don't swivel and ( lucky me) my second phone HTC 8x faces the wall while charging :(

        • [Deactivated] on 15/08/2014 - 23:01

          Turn the station around……

        • GregFiona on 15/08/2014 - 23:16

          @clarky: then the power cable will be at the front. Not
          a big deal anyway but the dock would be smarter if the tip could swivel

        • [Deactivated] on 15/08/2014 - 23:29
          +1

          @GregFiona: hehe yeah I'm just having a stir! I totally agree it would be better if they moved. My poor old contour camera won't plug it cause of the back of the camera gets in the way. Sometimes you just can't beat a good old cable.

    • mily on 16/08/2014 - 15:47

      Same here, speechless. Ordered on Ebay.

  • raging on 15/08/2014 - 17:07

    Got the same email. Anyone who doesn't want theirs can feel free to msg me. Anywhere between Port Melbourne is easy for me.

  • dalemightypies on 15/08/2014 - 17:11
    +1

    Dear Valued Customer,

    We are writing to you in regards to your recent Dick Smith order for the IDAPT I4 Universal Charger (PW8205) for $5.

    Due to an unexpectedly high demand for this item & a technical issue affecting our inventory systems this product has been oversold. Unfortunately our inventory was depleted prior to your order being processed & we are unable to fulfil this item as requested. Consequently we will be cancelling your order and processing a full refund.

    We anticipate that your refund will be completed by Wednesday 20th August 2014. Depending on your financial institution, these funds will be available to you in 3-5 business days thereafter.

    Should you require further details, please refer to clauses 4 and 10 of our Terms and Conditions; agreed to at the time your order was placed.

    We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.

    Kind Regards,
    The Dick Smith Online Team

    • xyzed on 15/08/2014 - 20:11

      Yep got the same email as well. Many must have as I was within 2 minutes of the post going up. Damn you Dick Smith, there went my Xmas shopping.

  • czechboi on 15/08/2014 - 17:13
    +1

    Got the same email.

    Negative feedback coming your way Dicks

  • frysie on 15/08/2014 - 17:41

    DSE cancelled both my DSE & ebay orders
    negative feedback here i come

  • Seeyounexttuesday on 15/08/2014 - 18:56

    Just got home to mine and was a bit miffed about no i5 tip, but no biggie. Charges my nexus4 with a bumper on and i4 with a case.

  • Snoop on 15/08/2014 - 23:23

    Not a bad looking unit sitting on the bench top. The S4 and i4 are sitting upright in it quite nicely.
    I guess there's always the chance you could break the tips… so I guess that rules out throwing tennis balls at it!!!

  • siuol on 15/08/2014 - 23:49

    DSE cancelled ebay orders. Not really that bad since now I have a second thought about how soon the phone and tablet will be broken by this.

    Good luck to those who bought 20 or 50.

  • tianyujojo on 16/08/2014 - 00:37

    Order was cancelled. Such a diXk.

  • unity1 on 16/08/2014 - 04:18
    +3

    Didn't take long to hit Bay http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/iDAPT-I4-Universal-Charger-6-tips…

    • [Deactivated] on 18/08/2014 - 18:07

      Honestly, why do people even bother selling it at that price? You're only making $12 per sale. And that's not factoring in fuel to get to the post office and time wasted. Get a proper job.

  • bakalien on 16/08/2014 - 13:58

    Got 2 spare one if anyone want to grab it off me for $5, took 1 micro usb out from one of them though.
    Can pick up in townhall in syd if interested. PM me. so 2 for $5 bargain haha

    • potato7 on 16/08/2014 - 19:31

      Pm sent.

  • msmhw on 16/08/2014 - 17:47
    +1

    I have Idapt 2+ for sale as I just got i4. never opened still sealed for $5, or for $3 if you are happy to give me the microUSB tip.

    Also any one wants to exchange tips? I am looking for an extra microUSB tips

  • undercut on 18/08/2014 - 09:51

    Bought a few for each room in my house, but don't really like them. Please PM me if you want to buy at cost in Frankston 3199.

    • Snoop on 18/08/2014 - 10:42
      +3

      Hmmm… $5… plus the risk of getting my wallet stolen, tyres slashed, stepping on an infected needle!!! ;)

  • Bappy on 18/08/2014 - 18:16

    I would like to buy a micro-usb tip… can pickup if anybody got spare in Brisbane.
    Please PM me if available.
    Thanls

  • czechboi on 19/08/2014 - 10:16

    Has anyone received their refund from Dick Smith yet?

    • frysie on 19/08/2014 - 10:20

      they processed it on the 15th; no refund through there dse website or ebay (sadface)

    • mily on 19/08/2014 - 11:32

      Nothing here.

      • czechboi on 20/08/2014 - 11:31

        Just got mine through Paypal.

        • mily on 20/08/2014 - 13:12

          Yeah, around the same time received an email from Paypal.

        • EarthMan on 20/08/2014 - 16:47

          @mily:

          Me too

  • Woodyg22 on 19/08/2014 - 18:50

    Stupid thing charges my Nexus 5 facing the wrong way! (No you can't turn it around as the power cord gets in the way) So much for an 'innovative charger…'

    • PissLUR on 20/08/2014 - 09:54
      +2

      Its the stupid Nexus devices that have the micro USB in the wrong way.

      • GregFiona on 20/08/2014 - 12:01

        Just like HTC 8X.But it would be an easy fix if the tip could swivel.

      • Woodyg22 on 21/08/2014 - 08:31

        Surely all micro USB ports face the same way?

        • snappy1234 on 21/08/2014 - 08:41

          Nah that would be too sensible.

          God knows why that wasn't parts of the original Specs.

  • munted on 21/08/2014 - 12:12

    As people have already said it doesn't actually come with an iPhone 5 lightning adapter so it's no use to me. If anyone wants mine for $5 they can, I'm in 3070 (Northcote, Vic) let me know.

    • [Deactivated] on 21/08/2014 - 12:41

      Why would it? This charging dock came out before the iPhone 5.

      • Snoop on 21/08/2014 - 12:56
        +1

        Because part of the original posting had the + model listed… which does include the i5 tip!
        Unfortunately most had purchased these before realising it didn't come with it, and/or like myself, just thought bugger it I'll use what's there and plug in a lightning USB cable!!!

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