Can a Car Charger Play Music from a USB Flash Drive?
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Whether a car charger can play music from a USB flash drive depends on its functionality. Simply having a USB port does not guarantee the ability to play music from a USB drive, as most car chargers are designed for charging mobile phones or digital devices and do not support playing music from a USB flash drive. Below is an introduction to car chargers and their functions. Introduction to Car Chargers: A car charger is a device that typically draws power from a car battery (12V for cars, 24V for trucks) and is widely used in the charging of lithium batteries for various portable and handheld devices. Functions of Car Chargers: Car chargers can not only charge mobile phones and other devices via a car adapter or cigarette lighter but also through a computer's USB port. They support 500mA fast charging and offer two charging methods for mobile phones: using a car's 12V or 24V power source or a computer's USB port.
Car chargers are typically designed for charging phones or tablets, and those USB ports usually only output power without data transfer capability, so plugging in a USB drive won't play music. I've tried it myself several times while driving - inserting a USB drive into the car charger got no response at all, and I had to find the car's built-in USB port instead. The vehicle's system needs to support USB music playback, meaning you should plug the USB drive directly into the car's dedicated USB port. If your car doesn't have a built-in USB port, you can use Bluetooth or an AUX cable to connect your phone for playback, or purchase an FM transmitter. Be careful with this - overheating or short circuits in the charger could potentially damage your devices. In short, don't get your hopes up too much; it's better to check your car's manual or consider upgrading the system.
