Zen Micro USB chargi

Never have I had more difficulty finding an answer to a rather simple question...
Can the Zen Micro charge via USB?
I searched the knowledge base here, and found one article that was a FAQ for the Zen Micro that indicated it would answer the issue of "USB Charging" but does not do so.
I'll ask the question here:
Can the Zen Micro charge via USB?
If not, Creative, then why not . . . my original Nomad charges via USB as do its successors.
Thanks
Artie

Yes it does. I just left it plugged in last night after exhausting the battery and transferring music and this morning it had a full charge.

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