I've been wanting to do something like this as well.
While I agree that the 120v socket is far more versatile, I'd love to have some neatly installed USB power points right above the spot in the hallway where I drop my keys, iPhone, MP3 player, etc. A simple USB wire extending from the wall to the device is far more elegant than a 120v plug, wall wart, and bundle of cheap wire.
Also, I have to agree with those who think this should be switched. It should also have a telltale light indicating if it's on or off.
@mwendell: Of all reasons to want this, you want it because it's elegant? You have devices that charge for maybe a couple hours a day. Having to have a charger plugged into the wall isn't really a big deal. People understand that chargers charge devices and they won't think your house is ugly if they see a charger.
Would this simplify things? Yes. It would be nice to have one or two of these in the house.
@Jordan I would like it for its elegance, too, and why not? Its not all about what other people think, it just plain old looks nicer and has less clutter in the way.
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I've been wanting to do something like this as well.
While I agree that the 120v socket is far more versatile, I'd love to have some neatly installed USB power points right above the spot in the hallway where I drop my keys, iPhone, MP3 player, etc. A simple USB wire extending from the wall to the device is far more elegant than a 120v plug, wall wart, and bundle of cheap wire.
Also, I have to agree with those who think this should be switched. It should also have a telltale light indicating if it's on or off.
@mwendell: Of all reasons to want this, you want it because it's elegant? You have devices that charge for maybe a couple hours a day. Having to have a charger plugged into the wall isn't really a big deal. People understand that chargers charge devices and they won't think your house is ugly if they see a charger.
Would this simplify things? Yes. It would be nice to have one or two of these in the house.
@Jordan
I would like it for its elegance, too, and why not?
Its not all about what other people think, it just plain old looks nicer and has less clutter in the way.