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Back in the day, we could quickly reset phones stuck in a boot loop or facing battery issues by just popping the battery out and putting it back in. However, the advent of glass sandwich smartphones and the necessity for water resistance claims means phones are glued shut from the factory. After successfully passing laws to mandate USB-C for charging smartphones, lawmakers in the EU now want smartphone batteries to be removable again in the interest of sustainability and reparability.
Buy a giant battery during Jackery's giant anniversary sale
15% off on all of Jackery's batteries and solar chargers
We've left behind the summer months, but that doesn't mean many of us aren't still heading out for long camping weekends, fishing trips, hunting, or just about anything else that takes us away from the humming comfort of the power grid. If your array of gadgets can't be trusted to survive the long trips out without some assistance, check out Jackery's anniversary sale to save 15% on your next huge battery.
Xiaomi teases advanced super-fast-charging battery tech for next phone
A new in-house chipset is on the way too
Hot off the heels of an international release, Xiaomi intends to announce new Mi 11 Pro and Ultra models at an event planned for Monday. While neither device has full official specs yet, the company is teasing an all-new battery technology that will debut with the Mi 11 Ultra.
Jackery cuts prices on its giant battery packs by up to 20% for Black Friday
You call that silly little puck a battery? Look what I've got!
It's one thing to carry around a battery to keep your phone charged for an extra day or two, and you could certainly shop some options for that with Anker's Black Friday sale, but what if you want to keep ALL your gear charged up? Let's talk about the Jackery Power Station Explorer, a series of huge batteries designed to power your phones, laptops, TVs, and sure, you might even charge a car battery if push comes to shove (note: not intended for jumping a car). All three sizes are on sale today for your serious charging needs.[EMBED_YT]https://youtu.be/5J3cdN0MWh8[/EMBED_YT]You may not have heard of these batteries before, but you can check out our review for an in-depth look at how well the batteries perform. Put simply, you can run a good camping setup on one of these for several hours, or even several days if you're not too demanding. Alternatively, they could also be useful options for powering photography gear or roughing it at home if the power goes out.
Get Anker batteries and charging accessories at up to 37% off for Black Friday
Some deals end tonight while others last through Monday
Charging on the go is already a pain, but if 2020 has taught us anything, it's that we could be a little more wary of fumbling with charging locations that lots of other people have touched before us. If you're thinking about carrying some gadget juice with you in the future, Amazon and Anker are running some Black Friday deals that are definitely worth checking out. Some of these are only good for Black Friday, so don't wait around too long.
It's rare that a battery has enough going on that it warrants a full review, but the Aukey PowerStudio 300 is no ordinary battery. For one, it's gigantic with a 297Wh capacity and more ports than you can shake a USB cable at. It's also lovely, which is not something I've ever said about a battery before. The power and functionality of the PowerStudio make it a great battery for long trips away from the power grid or as a home backup power source. Although, not everyone needs something like that, and the $329 asking price is steep if the PowerStudio won't fulfill a specific need. Its good looks won't change that, but you can get it at a substantial discount during the pre-order period.
Jackery's enormous Power Station Explorer 1000 is $100 off ($900)
For when you want to watch TV in the woods for 12 hours straight
Jackery makes a number of huge power banks, but none huger than the Power Station Explorer 1000. The 22-pound unit packs 1,002 watt-hours of power, which is enough to run even the most demanding of camping spreads (or your essentials at home during a prolonged power outage). It's normally a cool thousand bucks, but an on-page coupon at Amazon knocks $100 off the price.According to Jackery, the Explorer 1000's luxurious capacity is enough to power a mini fridge for more than two straight days, or a TV for 14 hours, or a CPAP machine for up to 78 hours. These are approximations, of course, but you get the idea: this is one beefy battery. It's got three full-size outlets, two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and a 12V car outlet.
It used to be hard to find a reasonably priced USB Type-C battery pack, but it's getting downright cheap these days. The Aukey PB-XN10 power bank is usually a good value at $23, but it's even cheaper today with a coupon code. It can be yours for a mere $17.01 if you act fast.This Aukey battery has USB-A, microUSB, and USB Type-C ports. The micro plug is only for charging, but you can charge via Type-C as well. The USB-A operates at 5V 2.4A, and the Type-C can do Power Delivery at 5V 3A (15W). The maximum output is 15W, so you can charge two devices if you don't mind slower speeds. The 10,000mAh capacity is enough to charge most phones three or four times.At checkout, use the promo code AUKEYR45 to apply a $5.98 discount. That brings the price down to $17.01. I don't think you'll find a reputable Type-C battery of this size any cheaper. This one also has Prime shipping. It's hard to go wrong.Buy: Amazon
With phones, laptops, and audio devices all beginning to switch to USB Type-C, there's never been a better time to pick up batteries and chargers. However, there are an awful lot out there, and it can get difficult to choose between them. We've rounded up our favorites, along with some other accessories that we think you might like, into this list for your perusal.
Every year as we gear up for Black Friday sales, a few companies like to get a head start and clear out your wallet early. Anker just dropped prices for eleven different products over on Amazon as "deal of the day" promotions, including a handful of AC adapters, cables, a couple of batteries, and two "fast" Qi chargers.We haven't had the chance to review any of these products ourselves, but reviews are universally favorable, and Anker's known to be one of the better inexpensive power accessory brands. I don't doubt that both of the batteries on offer perform reasonably.If you just picked up a Pixel 3 and Google's ridiculous pricing for the Pixel Stand hasn't convinced you to pick up a Qi charger yet, you can nab either Anker's flat charging pad or angled stand for significantly less than what Google is asking. You won't get fast charging out of either on a Pixel, but they should spit more power to a compatible Samsung phone.Sadly, none of the discounted wall or car chargers use USB-C, though they are cheap enough you might not care too much, especially if you want one with an FM transmitter via Bluetooth for use in an older car. And of course, you can never have too many cables, and Anker has both USB-A to C and Micro-USB varieties on discount.Just be sure to act quickly, there are only another nine hours before these deals expire. Some of them could be back (or even better) come Black Friday, though they could also be gone.Cables
It can be a challenge to find a good portable battery that has the ports you need, sufficient capacity, and the right fast-charging standard. Mophie's latest battery should have all your bases covered with up to 100W of power over an AC outlet, but it'll cost you. The new 22,000mAh Powerstation AC is now live for a whopping $199.95.
The Nokia 6 is a pretty solid deal under normal circumstances, but today it can be better still. This phone usually retails for $230 unlocked, but Daily Steals has this phone for $30 less with our coupon code. In addition, you get an external battery for more juice on the go.
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- The previously sold out deal is now back, with no coupon required this time.
USB Type-C is great, but not all Type-C batteries are created equal. There are a lot of different charging standards right now, so one battery might fast charge a phone with Qualcomm Quick Charge, but it won't fast charge a Pixel or work to power a Type-C laptop. The giant RAVpower 26,800mAh battery pack will, and it's on sale for $55.99, down from $79.99.This device is more expensive than other batteries for several reasons. First, it has a huge capacity. 26,800mAh is enough to charge a Pixel roughly nine times, depending on the efficiency. It also supports the USB-PD specification for as much as 30W of power. That's sufficient to recharge laptops with Type-C inputs in addition to phones. Lastly, it can fast charge itself over Type-C in just 4-5 hours.
If there's one major technological limitation that's slowing progress in a number of areas, including smartphones, it's probably batteries. More efficient power delivery in smaller cells would no doubt lead to some interesting advancements, and there are plenty of academics and companies around the world working towards better battery tech. You hear about potential new breakthroughs all the time (taking most with a pinch of salt), but Samsung believes it may have come up with a promising new battery material.
The season of deals is upon us. Whether your beating down the doors of your local retailer as the salesmen huddle in fear, or you've pinned a couple hundred tabs for relentless refreshing, you're probably ready. And we know you know a deal when you see it, so here's a list of all the best Tronsmart products that are currently on sale. From power banks to headphones, and chargers to speakers, there are some pretty big discounts to take advantage of.
Sometimes the battery in your phone just isn't enough, but you can't swap batteries on most devices anymore. That's when you need an external power bank, and RAVPower makes some good ones. One of its latest models (20,100mAh, Type-C) is on sale for an all-time low price today, and there are some added bonuses to entice you to buy.The 21,100mAh battery is on sale for $39.99, which is the lowest it's been. I actually bought this same battery a few months ago when it was more expensive, and I quite like it. You can fast-charge QC 3.0 devices, and it does USB-PD up to 15W for the Pixels and similar devices. The only drawback: it doesn't come with a Type-C cable—just microUSB with an adapter.The $40 price tag is good enough, but you can also get one of the following discounts or freebies with purchase. This should take care of the missing Type-C cable above.
Razer, are you okay? You need help? I only ask because this new power bank doesn't have any unnecessary glowing LED accents, which is sort of your thing. This unusually understated battery has a capacity of 12,800mAh, which is on the large side. The real selling point here is that Razer's power bank can fast charge any phone, or even a laptop with USB Type-C.
Samsung is pulling out the big guns to encourage Note7 holdouts to turn in their phones. In the coming days, it will send out an OTA to all Note7s in the US that limits the battery to a 60% charge. So, it's not just T-Mobile. The new software will also nag you incessantly about returning the phone.
The latest chapter in Samsung's ongoing Note7 nightmare has unfolded with the company's official statement on the new wave of battery fires. It says all owners of the Note7 should immediately turn off the phone while Samsung continues its investigation. This includes any original Note7 devices that might still be floating around as well as the replacements.