Do you charge the magicstick to an outlet? I do not want to charge with my computer
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either way. If you have an external usb charger you can use. I use the charger from my iphone.
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you plug it into a wall outlet and then into the computer with a usb cable. so the power does not come from the computer
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As I recall, there was only the USB type connection, so it charged from the computer. I believe there are adaptors to turn the one into a prong thingy. I haven't researched it myself. Best of luck.
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No..it comes with a charging cable (USB mini to the device and a standard USB to a computer). But I'm pretty sure you could plug the standard USB end into a 120V plug adapter if you have one that is rated for the same current as the device. Also you can charge it and play it simultaneously.
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The only way you can do this is by obtaining a USB wall charger, otherwise you can plug into your computers USB port to charge
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It can be charged from an outlet BUT it does not come with the necessary equipment to do that. You must buy a special electrical plug into which you can put the end of the cord that would normally go in the USB port. Unfortunately, it costs about $15. Can't buy from the mfgr, as this model has been discontinued.
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I use it for Magicjack, so it is plugged into my computer to get call logs and plugged into the electrical outlet so my phone works when my computer is off!!! Very cool......
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Insert the remaining end of the USB Power wire into an AC adapter connected to the wall socket or a charging computer USB port. i use my laptop to charge this device.
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No, you don't have to charge it. Just plug it into your computer and use it.
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I use my outlet. I'm not sure if it can charge correctly or efficiently thru the computer.
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I plug it into my computer. Did you receive a cord with a USB cable? My bet is you did and it doesn't seem to be charging. I thought the same thing at first. My problem was I kept losing the connection and it would shut down. I think that's one of its inherent problems. Hope this helps...
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You cannot when charging from a computer (that's all I use, so I assumed....). But from external power source it looks to be a yes. (sorry folks)
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You can plug it into two things. 1- Your computer which should have powered USB ports. Or 2 - Use a POWERED USB adapter to charge almost every item that requires that you use a USB cable to charge it. I use a 7 Port POWERED USB adapter to charge this lighted and all of my tablets that use a USB cable to charge with. Hope this answers your question for you. Alex K.
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You can charge it by plugging it into your pc, but I like to have that in case I am away from my pc. So I did need it.
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Yes. Using it is no different from charging it with a power adapter. But it will be physically awkward if you are not at a table or desk.
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Many newer computers have an option to keep the usb ports powered to charge devices even when the pc is off. There may be an option in your bios to disable this feature.
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You can plug it into your USB port on your computer or use your phone charger to plug the USB port in. I was able to use my samsung charger. I dislike this product because it does not hold charge.