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Four-Channel Device Chargers

The Pirl Charger is a Smart and Powerful Tool

— June 11, 2018 — Tech
For most consumers, charging a device is as simple as plugging it in, but people serious about hardware know that that's far from the reality of keeping devices powered up, and the Pirl Charger is a tool for those folks. The Pirl is a four-port charger with intelligent features that make it stand out from the average charger on the market.

Each of the ports on the Pirl Charger offers 2.7 amps, and the device packs 50 Watts in all. Those four channels are all separate from one another, so a short on one won't affect any of the others, and all of the ports pump out maximum power simultaneously without any throttling. Perhaps best of all, the charger is outfitted with intelligent device detection that senses what's plugged into each port and adjusts charging speed based on that device's scheme.
Trend Themes
1. Intelligent Charging - The trend is toward chargers with intelligent device detection. This presents an opportunity for businesses to develop similar chargers with advanced features.
2. Multi-port Chargers - Consumers are looking for chargers with multiple ports that can charge all their devices simultaneously. This presents an opportunity for businesses to explore the development of chargers with similar features.
3. Maximum Power Output - Consumers prefer chargers that can quickly and simultaneously charge multiple devices. This presents an opportunity for businesses to explore the development of chargers with high power output.
Industry Implications
1. Electronics Industry - The trend toward intelligent charging and multi-port chargers presents an opportunity for electronics companies to develop innovative charging devices with advanced features.
2. Smart Home Industry - The trend toward intelligent charging presents an opportunity for smart home companies to develop charging devices that work with and complement their existing products.
3. Travel Industry - The trend toward multi-port chargers presents an opportunity for travel companies to develop charging devices that meet the needs of travelers who frequently carry multiple devices.
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