5 Port Charger gift for signing up

[JaniceA499777]

I got the 5 port charger when i signed up and it won't charge and it either won't charge my device or other it says it's going to take 6 - 8 hours to charge. I would like to get something else since this thing doesn't actually work.

[DemetrisS203461]

Sucks that it wasn't a USB HUB, but a charger, especially since chargers now are majority C connections.  Oh well, it was free....

[AARPConsumerCare]

Hi DemetrisS203461! Be sure to watch our offers on Facebook or http://AARP.org?cmp=SNO-LITHIUM---&socialid=13088748793. Different offers have different gifts. Of course not all offers have gifts, but worth looking on our sites for something you might like. -Sue J

[DeborahS194611]

this device fried my JBL speaker as well as my Ring battery as soon as I plugged it in to charge. Now what?? 

[MarcS333994]

This is pollution.  I don't need it.  I'll have to throw it away.

[WilliamP626492]

i suppose i can regift it 

[ErnestoA328317]

What’s the speak on top for

[TinaK947975]

I am wondering what the speaker is for as well.

[AARPConsumerCare]

Hi TinaK. Many listeners enjoy the Bluetooth speaker because it is wireless and portable. If you have any questions, I'm always here to help! - Stephen K.

[WilliamP626492]

i don't see how it charges my i-phone

[AARPConsumerCare]

Hi @WilliamP626492, the 5-Port Charging Hub is compatible with most smartphones that use USB chargers. The newest iPhones come with a different type of charger. - Diana G.

[RichB1958]

This la Why it is free! Not many people can use. 

[WmB102011]

 It's not a USB hub. It is a cheap, dressed up wall charger.

[KellytheBelly]

I do hope that nobody tries to claim this Bluetooth speaker. It's a tin can sound, and very small. I got one years ago, spray painted it white, and it sounds awful (it sounded awful before I painted it). I did recently need to renew my membership, but I only did so when they no longer offered the same Bluetooth speaker, by which I'd receive a trunk organizer, instead. I like the trunk organizer. I just renewed my membership last night. On that note, you have me for another year! 😉 

[AARPConsumerCare]

@KellytheBelly  We appreciate your membership! If I can answer anything about membership or benefits, please let me know!  Jodee R.   

[AARPJanelleM]

@JaniceA499777 Hi Janice, thank you for being a part of our family! Please give us a call when you have a chance so we can assist further: 1-888-OUR-AARP (1-888-687-2277).

[DirkB349973]

Your five-port USB hub is probably delivering 500 milliamps vs 1 or 2 amps for most wall chargers. The wall charger will likely shorten charging time.

[DirkB349973]

I'm thinking primarily of phones. Some devices that require more power may not charge at all at that low amperage. I don't think the free gift is actually a phone charger.

[nanci54]

I think it depends on your phone. I have just a simple flip phone and charged in 45 minutes.

[JaniceA499777]

They literally say it's a charger when they tell you about the free gift. A phone is what 99% of people would try to use this to charge.

[DirkB349973]

My apologies Janice. I should have looked at the label before I spoke. It's not a USB hub. If yours looks like this, it should have enough power to charge a few phones at the same time. 

[j677452j]

I just got one, and it says the same thing: 6 hours. My phone says to use the cord and charger that came with the phone for fast charging. This is very slow charging. OTOH, mine came without a power cord, and I borrowed one from another charging device. That MIGHT make a difference. Otherwise, this is an annoying paperweight.

[JaniceA499777]

No worries.

[Wecouncilman]

1. I just received my so called AARP power adapter, no manual, no instructions and appears to be a waste of money. Wayne

[WmB102011]

 It is stylish looking. But, other than, it's basically junk. Output from a single port is 2.4A, with a 4.0A max output. With 2 devices plugged in, each of the outlets would supply only 2.0A. With 3 devices plugged in, they would take all day to charge. This is NOT a USB hub. It is a cheap, weak charger, worth pennies, not dollars.

[AARPConsumerCare]

Hi Wayne! I am sorry to hear you are not happy with your item. Please reach out to us at AARP Main Facebook PM https://m.me/aarp. -Sue J