During lunch today I wanted to check out a digital book for my Kindle Fire from my local library. I have done this several times since getting my Fire at Christmas. No trouble at all with the WiFi connection. However, this particular book would only allow me to download via USB connection. No problem, I thought. I only have a bijillion USB cables around the lab and at home. I grab my trusty USB cable and try to plug it into my Fire...not gonna happen. The connector is small, but not as wide and thin as where it is supposed to plug in.
Fortunately, the tech office is right next door. Come to find out that most USB connectors are now using the "micro" USB connector. They had one I could borrow, but I find it so aggravating that the Mini USB connector has been replaced just for size. It's not that much different. Of course, we will all support that ailing economy by purchasing an adapter or new USB cable that has the "micro" end.
For those of you looking for an adapter such as this, check out online stores for the best prices. I like the Motorola product just because it is not so tiny that I will lose it!
Fortunately, the tech office is right next door. Come to find out that most USB connectors are now using the "micro" USB connector. They had one I could borrow, but I find it so aggravating that the Mini USB connector has been replaced just for size. It's not that much different. Of course, we will all support that ailing economy by purchasing an adapter or new USB cable that has the "micro" end.
For those of you looking for an adapter such as this, check out online stores for the best prices. I like the Motorola product just because it is not so tiny that I will lose it!
Motorola Micro to Mini USB adapter
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