iPhone Desktop Sync/Charger Review

If you are in the market for a desktop syncing and charging solution than look no further than the Kidgi Desktop USB Cradle for Apple iPhone 3GS.

Contents of the box

The Desktop cradle comes in a clear plastic case, with the black desktop sync base clearly on display. Unlike most packaging similar to this that needs a pair of scissors to get into, the back very easily pops off and can even be resealable.

The contents are pretty self-explanatory, we have the black desktop base, a USB cable and a UK mains adapter.

Up and running

Set-up is pretty straight forward, plug one end of the USB cable into your computer and the other into the cradle. You should then have an illuminated blue light to indicate that the desktop sync/charger is receiving power. All you need to then to do is slip your iPhone 3G / 3GS into the dock and off you go.

The USB Desktop Sync base is very solid in construction, and feels quite weighty, giving you reassurance that its going to hold your precious iPhone upright and not allow it to topple over.  The base also has some non-slip feet that also keep the unit firmly in place.

The unit has a clear plastic lip around the dock connector that gives the phone a snug fit and gives the iphone support while it is connected.  Unfortunately as this is a very snug fit, it does mean that anybody out there that has a cover on your iPhone will have to remove it to use this unit.

With the ability to also plug this straight into the mains, you could even use this as a bedside charging station for your power-hunger iPhone.

Price

You can get the Apple iPhone 3GS / 3G USB Desktop Sync & Charge Cradle from MobileFun.co.uk for £9.99 who also specialise in a range of iPhone Accessories.

Conclusion

All-in-all this is a great value desktop sync and charge solution for your iPhone at just a tenner.  With the official Apple Universal Dock coming in at £36 (although that does come with a remote) this is a steal! All you need it to do is charge and sync, and it does what it says on the box.