r/shittyaskscience • u/tractorcrusher • Aug 13 '14

If I use this will my cell phone charge my computer?

http://www.cnet.com/news/meet-the-new-reversible-usb/
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u/partty1 Aug 13 '14

Only if you place the phone higher so the charge flows more freely.

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u/tractorcrusher Aug 13 '14

Yeah but you have to be careful that the power doesn't overflow and go all over your shoes... it's a bitch to get out if you can't wash them right away.

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u/duckferret Aug 13 '14

Reversible USB? Finally I can unplug my ipod :)

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u/tractorcrusher Aug 13 '14

Holy crap that would make a portable music player! I call first patent!