iPhone 3G and iPod models introduced in 2008 use the same kind of Dock Connector as previous iPod models, but with one important difference: Inside the connector, they charge via the more universally-available USB circuitry. To make sure that older charging solutions continue to work with the new iPod models, Griffin offers a simple solution: the Griffin FireWire to USB Charge Converter. To use the Griffin Charge Converter, plug it into the Dock Connector of your iPod or iPhone. Then plug your charging device into the Dock Connector on the Converter. Simple.

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