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PortaPow USB Data Blocker (5 Pack, Black) - Safeguard Against Juice Jacking Review

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Revainrating 5 out of 5  
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Details

Connector TypeUsb
Cable TypeUSB
Compatible DevicesIPad, Tablet, Smartphone, Android, IPhone
ColorBlack
BrandPortaPow

Description of PortaPow USB Data Blocker (5 Pack, Black) - Safeguard Against Juice Jacking

Attach between your USB cable and charger to physically block data transfer / syncing. Charge mobile devices without any pop-ups or risk of hacking / uploading viruses in cars, airports etc. PortaPow invented our first data blocker in the UK in 2013 and ours are now used by the governments of the USA, Canada, UK and New Zealand as well as many corporations around the world to secure their devices. Built in SmartCharge chip is compatible with Apple, Universal and Samsung standards to ensure it can charge your device at up to 2.4A. 1000s of 5-star reviews. USB-C version, single and twin-pack also available. 2 year worldwide warranty. Now on our third gen design - the only data blocker to physically show you that its blocking data. See details below

Reviews

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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Necessary tool for computers and accessories

I confirm that it works. I just tried it between my phone and computer and it just started charging. There aren't any actual scripts yet (I just got them today), but it does what it says on the tin and I'll be carrying at least one with me. ---- ---- ------------------------------------Update 08/26/21 Got this Tried on one of the NYC express buses that has these USB ports and charges with no sign of it being connected to a processor.

Pros
  • A dream come true
Cons
  • Can damage

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I received the best gifts in computer accessories and peripherals

I received them as small gifts for a few friends. I've tested them with a USB volt/ammeter and they don't cause overdraft on only 500mA power supplies. They truncate the data. In general it works as expected.

Pros
  • Easy installation
Cons
  • Secret

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy to use cables and connectors

I ordered 12 and gave each family member 2-3. I have had very positive feedback on these, just wish they had a few more colors to help identify the owner but would definitely recommend them.

Pros
  • Complete set
Cons
  • Neutral

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Peace of Mind is Good for USB Cables

I chose these after seeing a news report on jockjacking. This was the first time I had heard of this and I was worried it would affect my highly mobile family. The company's description, the information on their website, and the pricing for the size of the package I needed made the decision clear. Personally I don't need protection so I can only assess monetary value; but if I could appreciate my peace of mind and my family's appreciation, I would rate each of those ten stars.

Pros
  • Absolute Legend
Cons
  • Great Price

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I hope they don't steal data themselves

They let me charge my devices without registering them on a computer I've connected them to, but since they say 'Made in China' they have to They wonder that they are just secretly stealing data anyway.

Pros
  • Delicious
Cons
  • Something's wrong

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Essential tool for computers and accessories

I confirm that it works. I just tried it between my phone and computer and it just started charging. There aren't any actual scripts yet (I just got them today), but it does what it says on the tin and I'll be carrying at least one with me. ---- ---- ------------------------------------Update 08/26/21 Got this Tried on one of the NYC express buses that has these USB ports and charges with no sign of it being connected to a processor.

Pros
  • 1000 ratings with 5 stars. USB-C version also available, single and double pack. 2 year worldwide warranty.
Cons
  • Crumpled packaging

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Rugged, Well Made, Does Exactly What It Says & Proves It

We took them on a family holiday last week and they worked as advertised and gave me some peace of mind when my wife and kids wanted to plug their various devices into the charging ports on the back. airplane seats. Simple, rugged, compact and proves it does what it says it does (prevents data transfer) with a USB port cutout showing the middle two pins missing. Would definitely buy again.

Pros
  • Now onto our third generation design - the only data blocker that gives you a physical indication that it's blocking data. See details below
Cons
  • No power

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Is working! Great for peace of mind

As a data blocker in conjunction with my iPhone XMax, the product works as advertised. I tested each of the 5 devices individually by connecting them to a desktop computer using an Apple USB data/charge cable. When trying to back up my phone data, the data stopped transferring. My iPhone wasn't even recognized, but my phone battery was still charging. I made this purchase primarily to avoid data breaches and malware at public charging stations like airports. I did my test and the data blocker…

Pros
  • Plug USB cable into charger to physically block data transfer/sync. Load your mobile devices without popups or risk of being hacked/downloaded by viruses in cars, airports, etc.
Cons
  • Slightly torn