Modern smartphones are becoming only more powerful and voracious, so that owners of supernatural equipment cannot leave their homes from home without an external battery. For those who want to have an ample supply of ampere-hours in their pockets or stay connected even while on a hike, we have prepared an overview of interesting models of external batteries for charging phones and other mobile gadgets in any conditions.
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Xiaomi Mi Power Bank 2 - capacious battery for long trips
Powerful and elegant powerbank for 20,000 mAh is able to quickly charge a smartphone, tablet or some other useful gadget at the same time thanks to two USB ports.
The model supports the Quick Charge technology, that is, can perform accelerated charging, and is compatible with devices from other manufacturers, including Apple and Samsung.
Pros:
- Relatively light weight for such a device - some 338 grams.
- Several supply modes are available with a voltage from 5.1 to 12 V and a current of 1.5-2.4 A.
- Durable ABS plastic case with rounded edges does not need a protective case. It does not damage itself and is not dangerous for other devices that will end up in the same bag pocket with it.
- All the necessary protection on the spot: from overheating and overload, short-circuit, as well as full discharge and overcharge.
- Passthrough mode - you can “distribute” the current while the battery itself is charging from the outlet.
- The manufacturer did not forget to specify the effective capacity (in this case, it is 14000 mAh), so it does not have to be installed by sampling.
- Can be used to charge laptops.
- Does not heat up during intensive work.
Minuses:
- Not too convenient indication of the remaining charge in the form of a conventional 4 diodes.
- Quite overall, although its capacity with it reconciles.
KS-is Solar Power Bank KS-303 - waterproof battery with solar battery
Brutal-looking powerbank is sold as a device with a capacity of 20,000 mAh, although in fact it holds only 16,000, which is also quite good. The model is designed for active tourism, so it comes in a rubberized case with plugs on all ports.
There is also a solar panel on one of the faces. And let it not be enough for the full nutrition of its area, far from civilization, it will prolong the time of using the battery.
Pros:
- Rain protection and shockproof housing.
- Two USB ports for simultaneous charging of individual devices - 2.1 and 1 Ampere.
- Built-in LED flashlight.
- There is an indication of the residual charge, albeit "analog".
- Good equipment, which includes a cable with an adapter to USB-micro, Lightning-adapter for charging "apples" and a carbine.
Minuses:
- Heavy (377 grams).
- Despite a decent capacity, does not support charging laptops.
Pineng PN-888 - with wireless charging
A stylish device with a capacity of 10,000 mAh is capable of charging up to 3 gadgets: two via the USB outputs and one more via the WPC Qi wireless port.
The Quick Charger 3.0 function will help speed up the process, and the complete adapter for the Apple Lightning-connector will delight owners of iPads and iPhones. Exact information on the residual charge can be read on the LED-display located on the body.
Pros:
- Output current up to 3 A.
- The ability to charge two simultaneously connected devices.
- Compatible with all devices on Android and iOS platforms.
- Availability of intellectual protection against overheating, improper connection, short-circuit, full discharge and overcharge.
- The rubber ring on the case will not let the phone slip off during wireless charging, even when vibrating.And that everything goes as it should "notify" diode lights.
- A good price for such a device is 2700 rubles.
Minuses:
- Powerbank itself has to be charged for 10-11 hours.
Hiper EP6600 - for lovers of everything bright
This portable device primarily attracts attention with its unusual design - multi-color and positive.
But behind such an unserious appearance there are quite decent characteristics: the capacity of 6600 mAh allows you to charge a smartphone or tablet 2-3 times over a USB output with a current of 2.1 A.
Pros:
- Slim and moderately compact case - the power bank is shaped like a smartphone with a diagonal of 5.2 inches.
- Several interesting design options to choose from.
- A cool charge indicator in the form of anima cat's eyes - the battery margin determines how wide open they are.
- High current 2.1 A at the USB output.
- The power button is slightly recessed, thus avoiding unintentional clicks when the power bank just hangs in the bag.
Minuses:
- There is no simultaneous work with two devices.
- The case can scratch and collect handprints.
- The price depends on the chosen design and ranges from 1000-2500 rubles, which, considering the capacity of the battery, is not so cheap.
BlitzWolf BW-P2 3350mAh - Budget Mini Battery
A portable battery has very modest dimensions (101x22x22 mm) and weighs only 80 grams. Of course, you will have to pay for it with capacity - on the passport it is 3550 mAh, that is, it will be enough for only one charging of the phone.
Accordingly, the USB-port is also one here, and it is designed for a return of 1-1.5 A, so the process will go with an average speed.
Pros:
- The small PB-bar easily fits in any pocket.
- Durable aluminum body - well made and the paint does not slazit.
- Compliance with the actual capacity declared.
- Charging starts without pressing a button.
- Low price - 750 rubles.
Minuses:
- Bad USB cable included.
- An “analog” indicator, however, with such a small battery capacity, does not require much information from it.
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