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Old 09-08-2008, 02:44 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by JMikeD View Post
I have seen credible reports that the Kindle doesn't charge from the USB port.
This is pretty much true. The Kindle will charge via USB if it is turned off but, even then, the charge cycle is very slow. When the Kindle is turned on, even when asleep, it apparently pulls more current than the USB provides so it can never charge via USB while on.

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