# Slick USB Socket Converters The RCA USB Wall Plate Can Conveniently Charge Gadgets Directly By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-02-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rca-usb-wall-plate References: [lifehacker](http://lifehacker.com/5882791/the-rca-usb-wall-plate-charger-adds-usb-ports-to-your-wall-outlets-no-wiring-required) & [rcaaudiovideo](http://rcaaudiovideo.com/power/chargingstations/?sku=WP2UWR) It can be frustrating that many electronics come only with cords for connecting them to your computer, making it necessary for you to go out and buy a [wall charger with an adapter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-nano-travel-adapter) or remain satisfied with your PC as your gadget's sole battery booster. The [RCA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rca) USB Wall Plate makes it a little easier to keep your devices powered up by allowing you to turn any domestic socket into a USB hookup. Mimicking the length and width of a typical switch plate, this handy techie accessory is a couple of centimeters deeper to accommodate the insertion of cable prongs and two universal serial bus drives. The back of the converter has a single North American plug, which essentially turns the RCA USB Wall Plate into a [disguised power strip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-plug-outlet-extender). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **USB Socket Conversion:** Opportunity for creating more convenient and versatile charging options for electronic devices by converting traditional sockets into USB hookups. - **Plug-and-play Charging:** Opportunity to simplify the charging process by eliminating the need for separate adapters or chargers for electronic devices. - **Disguised Power Strips:** Opportunity to create innovative power strips that blend seamlessly into the environment by disguising them as switch plates. ### Where This Applies - **Electronics:** Opportunity for electronics manufacturers to integrate USB socket converters into their devices to provide a convenient charging solution. - **Home Improvement:** Opportunity for home improvement companies to offer USB socket conversion services to enhance the functionality of existing electrical systems. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior design companies to design and sell switch plates that double as USB socket converters, merging functionality with aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Outlet Transformed Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerbug.md) - [Swiveling Universal Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uc01-universal-charger.md) - [Flexible Charging Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-charge-adapter.md) - [Outlet-Mounted Device Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tech-charger-dock.md) - [Outlet-Mounted Wireless Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charging-adapter.md) - [Retractable Cable Desktop Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baseus-powercombo.md) - [Sleek Compact Minimal Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-charger.md) - [Clutter-Proof USB Power Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usb-power-strips.md) - [Charing Gadget Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plugable1.md)