Seiko’s Car Power Strip

Seiko is introducing their EM-49 “In-car socket extender with USB.” It features three 12V inputs from the single one in your car’s console. In addition, it offers a USB port for charging any applicable devices. This is perfect for charging an iPod on the go or maybe a new cell phone that can charge through USB. Being able to charge a USB device in your car without paying for the most likely high priced car charger is always a plus. There’s no word (yet) on availability in the states, but in South Korea they’ll be going for 18,100 won, or about $19.

What I wonder the most, is will this device allow you to use powered USB devices in your car? There’s a vast world of useless USB devices out there, how cool would it be to bring these gadgets to the car? You could get a quick shave on the way to work with the USB Powered Shaver, keep your coffee warm with the USB Mug Warmer, or maybe keep your soda cold with the USB Beverage Chiller, spice up that backseat make out session a bit with the USB Mini Lava Lamp, or even declare war on other drivers with the USB Missile Launcher. The possibilities are endless!

[Via Engadget]