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Two-pronged devices are commonly used for smaller gadgets like phone chargers while larger appliances typically come with a ...

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Metal prongs on a type-A electrical plug. - JACKREZNOR/Shutterstock Most gadgets and small appliances in U.S. homes have either a Type A or Type B electrical plug, perhaps with a cover to hide cords.

You find yourself in an airport or hotel room in another country, and you really need to charge your phone, camera or game system. But what is that strange-looking outlet? It has round holes! And ...