They weigh one to four pounds and operate on AA batteries or with an electrical adapter.

Because they sew buttons, press faster, have clout with maitre d's, offer feather pillows, have the electrical adapter you forgot, feed your dog, remember your name.

The hollow connection pegs on a capsule can have electrical or rotary adapters inside, reaching into the next capsule.

With its electrical adapter, the iCarta charges the iPod while it is parked in the dock.

Why do I need an electrical adapter when I travel overseas?

The Omnivox mobile sound system includes a power transformer, electrical adapters for international use and a small amplifier.

An electrical adapter may enable connection of a socket used in one region to a plug used in another by offering connections for the disparate contact arrangements, while not changing the voltage.

A telephone is shipped to a home or office free of charge and ready to dial, along with personal business cards with the phone number, an extra battery and electrical adapters.

As for his housemate Sammi, "I'm taking my hair straightener and two European [electrical] adapters, just in case one burns out."

The XO's processor is designed to be energy efficient, and several devices are available to recharge the battery, including an electrical adapter, hand crank, foot-pedal and solar-powered charger.