The Switch 8 has the ability to change from a universal USB charger to a flashlight, fan or a cord-free charger with built-in tips for phones, such as iPhone, Droid, and 1, 000s of other handheld devices.

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The kit is also versatile, with interchangeable tips it has the ability to change from a universal USB charger to a flashlight, fan or a cord-free charger with built-in tips for phones, such as iPhone, Droid and thousands of other handheld devices.

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But it means a universal charger, which will use a micro-USB connection, should be available by next year.

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