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The Smarter Way to Charge: Why PlugBug Replaces More Than You Think

Discover why PlugBug with Find My and PlugBug Travel are the smartest USB-C chargers available today. With fast, dynamic power distribution, built-in Apple Find My tracking, and up to 120 watts of charging power, PlugBug replaces your charging block, cables, and tracking accessories in one compact device. Ideal for all devices and international travel, PlugBug is the charger you can’t lose—and the only one you need.

The Smarter Way to Charge: Why PlugBug Replaces More Than You Think

Discover why PlugBug with Find My and PlugBug Travel are the smartest USB-C chargers available today. With fast, dynamic power distribution, built-in Apple Find My tracking, and up to 120 watts of charging power, PlugBug replaces your charging block, cables, and tracking accessories in one compact device. Ideal for all devices and international travel, PlugBug is the charger you can’t lose—and the only one you need.

 The Smarter Way to Charge: Why PlugBug Replaces More Than You Think

Chargers are always the first thing to get left behind. It’s not just inconvenient, it’s disruptive. They vanish in hotel rooms, hide behind conference room chairs, end up forgotten in airport outlets, and pretty much anywhere you plug in and walk away. And once they’re gone, they’re gone. Unless your charger is PlugBug with Find My.

This is the first power adapter ever that connects to Apple’s Find My network. That means you can locate it just like your iPhone, AirPods, or Mac. But it doesn’t stop there. PlugBug with Find My delivers fast, dynamic USB-C power intelligently across multiple devices at once. 

In a world where nearly every device runs on USB-C, this is the charger that keeps up and keeps track. Made for travelers, commuters, creatives, and anyone who is done replacing lost gear.

Meet the PlugBug Family

Smart charging starts here

Every device in the PlugBug with Find My family is designed to automatically and intelligently deliver the right amount of power to each device you plug in. So you can expect fast, optimized charging for all your devices.

 

PlugBug with Find My is available in two styles:

  • PlugBug with Find My – Adds Apple Find My compatibility to your charger so you can locate it in seconds

  • PlugBug Travel – Includes the charger with Find My, in addition to six international adapters all tucked into a sleek, travel-ready case

Each version is available in:

  • 50 watt – 2 USB-C ports, perfect for smaller devices and light laptop use

  • 120 watt – 4 USB-C ports, built to simultaneously charge laptops, tablets, phones, and more

PlugBug with Find My

The charger that won’t disappear

This is the first charger on the market that you can track using Apple Find My. That means no more panicking after you check out of a hotel or when your kid runs off with it. If you’ve ever wished your power adapter came with a backup plan—now it does.

“A beautiful charger with the bonus of being findable. Brilliant execution!”
— Verified customer, Jan 2025

You don’t need to stick an AirTag to your charger. You don’t need to retrace your steps. You just open Find My and know exactly where your PlugBug is. Because the best tech is the kind you don’t have to worry about.


PlugBug Travel

Charge more with less clutter

PlugBug Travel is the all-in-one workhorse for anyone who needs to charge multiple devices on the go. With up to four USB-C ports and intelligent power distribution, it replaces your multi-block setup with one sleek solution.

It comes with a compact carrying case and international plug adapters—so it’s ready for wherever your next trip takes you.

“Already paid for itself. On a trip I used the new PlugBug to keep my devices powered with no clutter. Had to swap hotels and I forgot the PlugBug. When I got to the new hotel I used my phone to find the PlugBug. It had moved — I called the front desk … the manager had already sent it to my new hotel. I could watch the delivery service on his way.”
— Verified customer, Jan 2025


Feature Focus: Dynamic Power Distribution

What it means and why it matters

One of PlugBug with Find My’s standout features is intelligent power distribution across USB-C ports.

PlugBug automatically detects what devices you’ve connected and adjusts power output accordingly, allowing it to deliver high efficiency and compact design with reduced heat output. It dynamically allocates wattage based on how many devices are plugged in and their power requirements.

You never have to think about which port is "faster" or which device takes priority. PlugBug manages it all for you behind the scenes—safely, efficiently, and intelligently.


What PlugBug Replaces

A smarter buy in one compact device

Still packing a charging block, a cable, and an AirTag to keep track of it all? PlugBug replaces all of those in a single, thoughtfully designed tool.

With PlugBug, you’re getting:

  • A premium fast-charging USB-C power adapter

  • Multi-device charging with smart power management

  • Apple Find My tracking built into the hardware

  • International travel support 

  • Sleek, compact hardware that fits your workflow and your luggage

“Amazing charger. Slim, portable, interchangeable plugs for international travel and a Find My tracker make this the best charger I’ve bought. Great value for everything you get.”
— Verified customer, Nov 2024


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Why USB-C Matters More Than Ever

The port used by nearly everything you carry

USB-C is no longer a niche or "future-ready" standard. It’s the current global standard for charging and data, adopted across everything from Apple MacBooks and iPads to iPhones, Android devices, portable gaming systems, wireless headphones, cameras, and even travel routers.


By 2024, USB-C officially became the universal port requirement across the EU. Apple’s move to USB-C on iPhone only cemented what tech users already knew: this is the port that powers modern life.

PlugBug with Find My is built for this shift.  Every port is USB-C. Every watt of output is delivered with speed and intelligence. It’s the charger that works today, and the only one you’ll need tomorrow.


Power You’ll Actually Keep

PlugBug with Find My does what no other charger can. It powers everything, replaces multiple accessories, and stays with you even when you forget it. Built with premium internals and backed by thoughtful Twelve South design you know and love, PlugBug is the smarter way to charge, travel, and stay connected.

Your bag just got lighter, and your gear just got a whole lot easier to keep track of.