TruePower AC Adapter

Reviewed by Eddie Hargreaves

Introduction

The AC Adapters that Apple shipped with its G4 PowerBooks and white iBooks are stylish, useful and (generally) superior. But what about when they break down? A replacement adapter from Apple costs $80. Or what if you just want to have an extra adapter – one for your home and one for your work. FastMac has stepped up to meet those situations with its TruePower AC Adapter.

Using the Hardware

The 65-Watt adapter can power both white iBooks and PowerBooks, including 17” models. Of course, while FastMac’s adapter is considerably less expensive than Apple’s, it has fewer features. First, it doesn’t have the illuminated ring that lights up green or orange when the battery is full or charging. Second, it can only be used in its extended, 12’ length.

But the TruePower adapter has its own strength: durability. Because FastMac’s adapter has no moving pieces, it is more rugged than Apple’s. FastMac even went to the trouble to drive over it with a truck to prove its durability. And if that doesn’t satisfy you, there’s still a one-year warranty.

Conclusion

The bottom line is that if you have a G4 PowerBook or white iBook and need an extra or replacement AC adapter, FastMac’s TruePower 65-Watt AC Adapter is an affordable, reliable choice.