# Multi-Tech Car Chargers This In-Car iPad Charger Stays Put in Your Cup Holder By Jen Chae | Published 2013-06-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incar-ipad-charger References: [allputer](http://allputer.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=9_151&products_id=1519) This in-car [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usbc-stand-dock) charger stand fits into your car's cup holder and powered by your lighter socket. Once connected and properly fixed, it holds up your tablet with its flexible bending neck and has a compartment for holding your phone. You can also charge three other gadgets at the same time -- this [multi-functional tech charger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qi2-trio-wireless-charging-pad) includes two USB ports and two additional lighter sockets. You can charge four of your gadgets in total at one time. Just using your car's lighter socket to power the whole thing, this in-car iPad charger provides many other ports and a compartment to store your iPod or phone. Because it's a heavier mount, the base is designed to fit into your car's cup holders for a steady hold. It's a neat multi-purpose in-car caddy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **In-car Device Mounts:** Opportunities for designing and manufacturing more creative, multi-purpose device mounts for use in cars. - **Portable Device Charging:** Potential for developing more versatile and efficient portable charging devices for multiple gadgets. - **Vehicle Convenience Accessories:** Rising demand for additional in-vehicle accessories that offer convenience and simplify the user experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive Accessories:** Expanding market for designing and producing automotive accessories that enhance the user experience and add convenience. - **Consumer Electronics:** Increasing need for innovative, portable charging solutions that cater to the needs of modern-day consumers. - **Household Appliances:** Opportunities for bridging the gap between in-home and in-car tech devices that cater to consumers' daily needs and convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fast Wireless Phone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charger-iphone-magsafe.md) - [Wireless Phone-Charging Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qi2-wireless-car-charger.md) - [In-Car Cupholder Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coolper.md) - [Flexible Magnetic Car Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dashboard-charger.md) - [Rechargeable In-Car Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-coffee-maker-1.md) - [Clutter-Free Car Charger Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retractable-car-charger.md) - [Dual-Device Car Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usbc-pd-car-charger.md) - [Self-Adjusting Smartphone Car Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totallee-wireless-car-charger.md) - [Automotive Wireless Phone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automotive-wireless-phone-charger.md)