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Power to devices, besides USB ports

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I am starting to add some electronics that need either:
  1. more power than the USB ports can provide or;
  2. they are not compatible with the USB ports and I get an error on the screen.

What are you using to provide power to your devices that has constant power when the truck is on?

Devices include (at this point) iPad, laptop, Garmin inReach Mini 2.

I have been considering getting a power inverter (link for idea, not set on this one) to hardwire in with switched power to run those devices. I could mount it under the seat and then run the wires to each device. I don't like cables visible, so my main concern is being able to hide them as much as possible.

I appreciate any advice or ideas that you might have.
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I am assuming you don't have the 110V AC plug on the back of the center console?
 
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I am assuming you don't have the 110V AC plug on the back of the center console?
I do have that, but I am looking for a discreet option that can charge multiple devices at one time. Essentially, I want all the wiring hidden and charging the devices any time the truck is on. The AC plug is good for the occasional power, but not for several devices and clean install.
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