Then plug the other end into your phone.

MostUSB ports found in airportsand some coffee shops provide enough power to charge a standard smartphone.

Also, some hotels have USB ports built into lamps and bedside tables.

Connecting a USB phone cable to a laptop for charging

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It may take some time before you get a usable charge.

If not, it’s possible for you to buyan adapter that plugs into the lighter port.

To use this method, start your car or turn it to accessory mode.

Phone charging on battery pack

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Therefore, it is impractical and not recommended.

Hand-crank charger

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An iPhone charging via solar power

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Phone charging ports in car

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Phone on wireless phone charger

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