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MagSafe power adapter in Prius

Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by intelliot, Dec 25, 2011.

  1. intelliot

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    I'd like to charge my MacBook in my Prius. What's the best way to do it?
     
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    From the listing you linked:

    There may be automotive versions available, I'm not sure. But you can certainly purchase a small automotive dc power inverter (just make sure it's rather for at least as many watts as your adapter [I think the largest Apple MagSafe is 65W]). Then just plug your MagSafe into that.
     
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    I have a 200 watt 12 to 240/120 volt power inverter I plug into the cigarette lighter, then plug charger into that.

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    I got an adapter made by power+ for my 2007 15 inch macbook pro. Works incredibly well, and is made really well/not just rigged together. Oh and it goes for less than $40.
    http://www.amazon.com/dp/product/B002U1ZPL6?tag=priuschatcom-20
     
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    Does the technology package have the 120V inverter built-in?

    I think models of Toyota for Japanese market have the Inverter built-in (this was the change made in response to last year earthquake).