The U-Socket (or Socket to Me!)

There is a new piece of home technology on its way designed to keep up with the ever growing portable device market.

It is called the U-Socket. Essentially, it will be like traditional wall sockets, but it will have USB outlets along with standard electrical outlets. This will eliminate the need for adapters in most cases.

Besides the convenience factor, the U-Socket promises other advantages. As an Energy Star compliant device, it is designed to output power only when something is connected to it. This could save you some cash and the reduced energy usage is good for the environment.

There is little question that the introduction of the iPad has increased the demand for such a product. Not all USB ports are designed to handle the kind of power it needs, which has been an issue for some users. The U-Socket will be able to charge the iPad at full speed, according to Lifehacker.com.

Should these catch on, this could eliminate the need for bulky adapters. With houses continually being built to be more efficient and technology friendly, there is a chance that these could become standard installations. The U-Socket can replace any standard wall socket and will range between $20 and $30.

As with most new technologies, it is not without its criticisms. One concern is that because wall sockets are typically placed near the ground, it will make using the devices while charging difficult. There is also some concern about child-proofing the USB ports, although they are generally considered to not be dangerous because they do not produce enough power.
Overall, the U-Socket has potential to make things a bit easier on those of us with a plethora of gadgets. It is hard to say how much they will change things until they get put to use. We’ll see what the market decides!

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