Ipod Cable from Glove Box - not charging 'I' device - Solution !!

[Preest]

Howdy Troops,

I've decided to post this little tidbit of information here as for some reason, I don't have access to post this in the electronics/sound system section of the forum.

My 2007 Jetta has a cable coming out of the glove box that is supposed to work with any 'i'device (ipod / iphone etc etc.)

If you have a newer 'i' device and have connected it to the cable, you'll notice that it'll plug in and power up and you can hear music played through it, but it won't charge the 'i' device. This can get annoying as if like me, you use an ipod in the car and go on long trips, it'll run out of juice rather quickly, especially if you're playing back lossless music.

I came across a device that will charge your newer 'i' device via the inbuilt cable in the glovebox.

This is it http://www.cablejive.com/products/dockStubz.html - Note the Charge Converter section - that's what makes it work in my Jetta.

It's easy to use and works flawlessly. I've tried it on my iPad 2, iPhone 4 and Ipod Nano (4th gen) and they all charge while the cars ignition is on.

For $30 delivered, It's a bargain.

I have a rough list of devices that will and won't re-charge if you're interested.

Peace,

Preest.