Abstract: The present invention relates to portable charging apparatus suited for a handheld electronic device, a power supply for use in a portable charging device and a portable charging apparatus for recharging a handheld electronic device. In one embodiment, a portable charging apparatus for a handheld electronic device having a housing including an internal battery, the portable charging device comprising a power supply, an electrically conductive means for providing power from the power supply, and securing means for detachably securing the portable charging apparatus to the housing of the handheld electronic device, whereby in use the portable charging apparatus is secured to an outer surface of the housing of the handheld electronic device. Alternatively, a plug of the electrically conductive means can be moved into alignment with the charging port of the handheld electronic device before securing the power supply to the housing of the handheld electronic device.

Abstract: A plug converter for changing the electrical pin configuration of an appliance plug has an enclosure with a base and a cover. On the base are connector pins having a first electrical pin configuration for connecting the enclosure to an electrical outlet. Within the enclosure are electrical connectors for connection with an appliance plug having a second electrical pin configuration. The electrical connectors are electrically connected to the connector pins. A support structure is provided adjacent an opening in the enclosure for supporting an appliance plug connected with the electrical connectors.

Abstract: An electrical adapter with a first pin configuration comprises a body for receiving and supporting a plug with a second pin configuration such that the pins of the plug are in electrical contact to the pins on the body, wherein the body is provided with a moveable member engageable by the plug and disposed to allow the plug to be inserted into the adapter but to restrict the retraction of the plug from the adapter.