December 24, 2015 at 10:19# New Year's: Best external batteries
The problem of the autonomy of electronics from year to year is only exacerbated. Every month there are news about new developments that will allow your smartphone to work on a single charge for a week, a month or even a year.
But in reality, for some reason, development does not go quite in that direction. Recently, even Apple has released a case with a built-in additional battery, not to mention other manufacturers. Now PowerBank (aka external battery) will be a great gift for any owners of any portable electronics (and yes, the second one will not be superfluous either).
► Xiaomi
The most popular and one of the best solutions in terms of price to capacity and appearance is Xiaomi batteries - Mi Power Bank for 10 and 16 ampere hours. The less capacious model is equipped with one USB port for charging with a maximum output current of 2.1 A. Given the efficiency of the converters, the device’s capacity is enough to charge the iPhone 5S, 4 times the iPhone 6S and 1.5 times the iPad Mini. The 16,000 mAh Power Bank has 2 USB ports for recharging gadgets at the same time, and to understand how much increased capacity is enough, multiply the previous figures by one and a half times. If you are too lazy, the older version will charge the iPhone 5S about 7 times.
The cases of both models are made of anodized aluminum. The weight of the younger model is ~ 200 grams, and the older one is 150 grams more.
You can buy Xiaomi Mi Power Bank for 10 amp-hours for 1 850 rubles in our store . For the older version, you will need to give us 2,490 rubles .
► Rombica
This young gadget manufacturer has a fairly extensive line of external batteries that covers the needs of most users. There are even models for charging laptops with a battery capacity of more than 100 W / h (about 28800 mAh capacity).
The entire range of batteries can be viewed in our store , and we will talk about the most interesting models of the line in our opinion.
► Rombica NEO NP60
Power Bank with a capacity of 6000 mAh. It is delivered in a felt case, which is quite important because of the plastic angular case. Nevertheless, it is quite convenient due to an interesting solution with an elastic band, which can be used to attach the phone to the battery while charging - so as not to hang out in the bag separately.
The device weighs only 150 grams, and its small size allows you to carry it in almost any pocket. There is one USB connector, the maximum current is 2A at a voltage of 5 volts.
You can buy NEO NP60 for 1 990 rubles in our store .
► Rombica NEO AX100
In appearance it resembles a flattened Xiaomi Mi Power Bank. Moreover, the capacity is the same - 10,000 mAh (37 W / h). The device has two USB ports, each with a maximum output current of 2.4 A. The weight of the NEO AX100 is 255 grams, and the dimensions are about the same as theshovel of a smartphone with a 5.5-inch screen.
You can buy NEO AX100 for 1,790 rubles in our store .
► Rombica NEO MS100
Again, the same popular 10,000 mAh in a slightly different wrapper - in a textured aluminum case and with a leatherette case. The output currents are weaker here: 1 A for the first and 2.1 A for the second connector. There are additional niches in the case that can hold several credit cards. Why, it’s not very clear. Weight - 305 grams; unlike NEO AX100, this model is elongated in length, and its dimensions are 160x76x16 mm.
You can buy a Rombica NEO MS100 battery for 2,790 rubles in our store .
► Rombica NEO MB208
Representative of heavy artillery brand. Consists of eight LG cylindrical batteries with a total capacity of 20,800 mAh. This device weighs half a kilogram, and its body is made of black-painted metal. The total current of both outputs is 3.1 amperes.
You can buy NEO MB208 for 3 990 rubles in our store .
► Rombica NEO PRO 180 / NEO PRO 280
Real monsters of external batteries. They have a capacity of 18 and 28.8 Ah * respectively, which in terms of adequate units will equal ... * maliciously laughs * 66.6 W / h and 106.6 W / h, respectively. Two USB-outputs with a total current of 3.1A are designed to recharge small electronics, and the DC connectors located on the sides of them provide charging of the device itself (there is a 39-watt power supply in the kit) and laptop power.
The package includes 10 adapters for charging most existing laptops and both generations of MagSafe cable for working with a MacBook. Working output voltages for laptops: 12, 16 and 19 Volts at 3.2 Amps.
The NEO PRO case is made of textured “Macbook style” aluminum. The weight of the younger model is 570 grams, and the older one will pull 840 grams. They differ only in capacity and overall dimensions.
You can buy a younger “monster” NEO PRO 180 for 6,490 rubles , and the older one will cost 7,990 rubles.
► Lepow U-Stone
The rounded body of the device is covered with a material that, in tactile sensation, resembles a sea stone. There is only one charging port, and the maximum current is limited to 2.1A. In a kind of niche on the top of the U-STONE is the bundled USB-microUSB cable. The battery capacity is 12 A * h with the weight of the entire device at 320 grams. To indicate the remaining charge, just shake the device. Well, of course, do not do the same button for this, because it is so simple and ordinary!
The indicators are 4 LEDs on the housing. Well, at least they didn’t come up with an indication in different tones of a squeak, for example. All in all, a pretty nice battery.
You can buy a Lepow U-Stone battery that you need to shake for 4,990 rubles in our store .
► Lepow Moonstone 6000
The case of this device is made of ordinary glossy plastic, while the box and the complete case are made of environmentally friendly materials. The latter, by the way, is really cool: made from very pleasant to the touch natural wool. The capacity of the built-in battery is 6000 mAh. There are two USB outputs: one for currents up to 2.1A, the second up to 1.2 Amps. The weight of Moonstone is only 157 grams and it even fits in a small female clutch, to say nothing of the geek's backpacks. :)
You can buy Moonstone 6000 for 3,290 rubles in our store .
► Mophie Powerstation plus 4X
Mophie has been making accessories for mobile devices for quite some time now, which is what their series of iPhone cases with an extra battery is worth.
The Powerstation plus 4X battery is primarily designed to work with Apple devices equipped with a Lightning connector, as evidenced by the built-in cable of the corresponding origin. He, together with a USB cable to charge the device itself, is hiding in a niche under an aluminum cover.
A USB port for recharging devices using a different type of connector is also present. The maximum “output” current is 2.4 Amperes, and the capacity of the battery built into the POWERSTATION is 7 Ah. An external battery weighs about 210 grams.
You can buy Powerstation plus 4X for 7 990 rubles in our store .
► Goal Zero: Guide 10 Plus Solar Kit
A device for a real geek-traveler! The package includes: Nomad 7 solar panel capable of generating up to 7 watts of energy and a Guide 10 Plus handheld power supply based on 4 AA Ni-MH batteries. The latter has an output for charging USB devices with a current of up to 1 Ampere, an LED flashlight and connectors for charging from a solar panel or any other power source with a microUSB plug. The capacity of each battery is 2300 mAh. Taking into account the serial connection and voltage at each element of 1.2 V, the total capacity of the device is 11 W / h. The indicator is very modest, so charging the same iPhone from scratch is unlikely to happen more than once. On the other hand, we can use one of the 4 AA batteries at any time to provide power to the flashlight, GPS tracker and many other devices.
You can buy a kit from Goal Zero Guide 10 Plus Solar Kit for 8,400 rubles in our store .
We remind you that the GEEK promo code is valid for all purchases, giving a 5 percent discount.
But in reality, for some reason, development does not go quite in that direction. Recently, even Apple has released a case with a built-in additional battery, not to mention other manufacturers. Now PowerBank (aka external battery) will be a great gift for any owners of any portable electronics (and yes, the second one will not be superfluous either).
► Xiaomi
The most popular and one of the best solutions in terms of price to capacity and appearance is Xiaomi batteries - Mi Power Bank for 10 and 16 ampere hours. The less capacious model is equipped with one USB port for charging with a maximum output current of 2.1 A. Given the efficiency of the converters, the device’s capacity is enough to charge the iPhone 5S, 4 times the iPhone 6S and 1.5 times the iPad Mini. The 16,000 mAh Power Bank has 2 USB ports for recharging gadgets at the same time, and to understand how much increased capacity is enough, multiply the previous figures by one and a half times. If you are too lazy, the older version will charge the iPhone 5S about 7 times.
The cases of both models are made of anodized aluminum. The weight of the younger model is ~ 200 grams, and the older one is 150 grams more.
You can buy Xiaomi Mi Power Bank for 10 amp-hours for 1 850 rubles in our store . For the older version, you will need to give us 2,490 rubles .
► Rombica
This young gadget manufacturer has a fairly extensive line of external batteries that covers the needs of most users. There are even models for charging laptops with a battery capacity of more than 100 W / h (about 28800 mAh capacity). The entire range of batteries can be viewed in our store , and we will talk about the most interesting models of the line in our opinion.
► Rombica NEO NP60
Power Bank with a capacity of 6000 mAh. It is delivered in a felt case, which is quite important because of the plastic angular case. Nevertheless, it is quite convenient due to an interesting solution with an elastic band, which can be used to attach the phone to the battery while charging - so as not to hang out in the bag separately.
The device weighs only 150 grams, and its small size allows you to carry it in almost any pocket. There is one USB connector, the maximum current is 2A at a voltage of 5 volts.
You can buy NEO NP60 for 1 990 rubles in our store .
► Rombica NEO AX100
In appearance it resembles a flattened Xiaomi Mi Power Bank. Moreover, the capacity is the same - 10,000 mAh (37 W / h). The device has two USB ports, each with a maximum output current of 2.4 A. The weight of the NEO AX100 is 255 grams, and the dimensions are about the same as the
You can buy NEO AX100 for 1,790 rubles in our store .
► Rombica NEO MS100
Again, the same popular 10,000 mAh in a slightly different wrapper - in a textured aluminum case and with a leatherette case. The output currents are weaker here: 1 A for the first and 2.1 A for the second connector. There are additional niches in the case that can hold several credit cards. Why, it’s not very clear. Weight - 305 grams; unlike NEO AX100, this model is elongated in length, and its dimensions are 160x76x16 mm.
You can buy a Rombica NEO MS100 battery for 2,790 rubles in our store .
► Rombica NEO MB208
Representative of heavy artillery brand. Consists of eight LG cylindrical batteries with a total capacity of 20,800 mAh. This device weighs half a kilogram, and its body is made of black-painted metal. The total current of both outputs is 3.1 amperes.
You can buy NEO MB208 for 3 990 rubles in our store .
► Rombica NEO PRO 180 / NEO PRO 280
Real monsters of external batteries. They have a capacity of 18 and 28.8 Ah * respectively, which in terms of adequate units will equal ... * maliciously laughs * 66.6 W / h and 106.6 W / h, respectively. Two USB-outputs with a total current of 3.1A are designed to recharge small electronics, and the DC connectors located on the sides of them provide charging of the device itself (there is a 39-watt power supply in the kit) and laptop power.
The package includes 10 adapters for charging most existing laptops and both generations of MagSafe cable for working with a MacBook. Working output voltages for laptops: 12, 16 and 19 Volts at 3.2 Amps.
The NEO PRO case is made of textured “Macbook style” aluminum. The weight of the younger model is 570 grams, and the older one will pull 840 grams. They differ only in capacity and overall dimensions.
You can buy a younger “monster” NEO PRO 180 for 6,490 rubles , and the older one will cost 7,990 rubles.
► Lepow U-Stone
The rounded body of the device is covered with a material that, in tactile sensation, resembles a sea stone. There is only one charging port, and the maximum current is limited to 2.1A. In a kind of niche on the top of the U-STONE is the bundled USB-microUSB cable. The battery capacity is 12 A * h with the weight of the entire device at 320 grams. To indicate the remaining charge, just shake the device. Well, of course, do not do the same button for this, because it is so simple and ordinary!
The indicators are 4 LEDs on the housing. Well, at least they didn’t come up with an indication in different tones of a squeak, for example. All in all, a pretty nice battery.
You can buy a Lepow U-Stone battery that you need to shake for 4,990 rubles in our store .
► Lepow Moonstone 6000
The case of this device is made of ordinary glossy plastic, while the box and the complete case are made of environmentally friendly materials. The latter, by the way, is really cool: made from very pleasant to the touch natural wool. The capacity of the built-in battery is 6000 mAh. There are two USB outputs: one for currents up to 2.1A, the second up to 1.2 Amps. The weight of Moonstone is only 157 grams and it even fits in a small female clutch, to say nothing of the geek's backpacks. :)
You can buy Moonstone 6000 for 3,290 rubles in our store .
► Mophie Powerstation plus 4X
Mophie has been making accessories for mobile devices for quite some time now, which is what their series of iPhone cases with an extra battery is worth.
The Powerstation plus 4X battery is primarily designed to work with Apple devices equipped with a Lightning connector, as evidenced by the built-in cable of the corresponding origin. He, together with a USB cable to charge the device itself, is hiding in a niche under an aluminum cover.
A USB port for recharging devices using a different type of connector is also present. The maximum “output” current is 2.4 Amperes, and the capacity of the battery built into the POWERSTATION is 7 Ah. An external battery weighs about 210 grams.
You can buy Powerstation plus 4X for 7 990 rubles in our store .
► Goal Zero: Guide 10 Plus Solar Kit
A device for a real geek-traveler! The package includes: Nomad 7 solar panel capable of generating up to 7 watts of energy and a Guide 10 Plus handheld power supply based on 4 AA Ni-MH batteries. The latter has an output for charging USB devices with a current of up to 1 Ampere, an LED flashlight and connectors for charging from a solar panel or any other power source with a microUSB plug. The capacity of each battery is 2300 mAh. Taking into account the serial connection and voltage at each element of 1.2 V, the total capacity of the device is 11 W / h. The indicator is very modest, so charging the same iPhone from scratch is unlikely to happen more than once. On the other hand, we can use one of the 4 AA batteries at any time to provide power to the flashlight, GPS tracker and many other devices.
You can buy a kit from Goal Zero Guide 10 Plus Solar Kit for 8,400 rubles in our store .
We remind you that the GEEK promo code is valid for all purchases, giving a 5 percent discount.