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This Anker 20,000mAh power bank is down to $37 ($23 off) and comes with an 18W charger

It's a great combo to make sure your devices are always filled up

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If your devices tend to run low on battery while you're on the go, Anker's PowerCore Essential 20000 PD power bank is worth considering. It can charge two devices simultaneously, comes with an 18W wall charger, and is down to just $38 thanks to the promo code below, which is $23 less than the traditional MSRP.

Running out of power when you're on the go can be a real pain, but this RAVPower external battery has got you covered: It can charge a variety of devices thanks to its three ports and high capacity. It usually sells for $60, but you can now get it for $10 off on Amazon.

Hello, and welcome to the first installment of our midweek deals roundup for 2020. Now that the holiday season is behind us and the barrage of pre-Christmas sales has subsided, we're turning our attention to the latest batch of discounts that have popped up around the internet. This week, we found some great sales on the Fitbit Charge 3, wireless earbuds, charging accessories, and security cameras.

Whether you're looking for earbuds, chargers, power banks, or cables, Aukey's got you covered this Black Friday. The brand's products are known for their affordability, and several of them are marked down on Amazon for Black Friday. Most of them are available for all buyers, with a handful being exclusively reserved for Prime members.AudioWith its selection of earbuds and speakers, Aukey will help you enjoy your favorite tunes without breaking the bank. Along with its most premium earbuds, Aukey is also discounting a more standard model that's down to just $18! The powerful SoundTank wireless speaker is also $15 off and selling for just $26.

Power banks are particularly convenient when your battery is running low while you're on the go, but what if you carry several devices and need to charge them all at once? Anker's PowerCore+ 26800 PD has got your back, as it can charge up to three devices simultaneously, including your tablet and laptop. The product has dropped to $68 on Amazon, which is its lowest price ever, $62 off the original one.

If your devices tend to run out of battery, you might want to consider a power bank to fill them up on the go. Whether you're looking at charging your phone, tablet, or laptop, Anker's external batteries are a great solution to keep them powered up, especially if you want to plug several products at once. The company is discounting two power banks and a power station as part of its Labor Day sale, with capacities ranging from 10,000mAh to an impressive 57,600mAh.All products feature at least one USB-A port and USB-C PD, letting you charge several devices simultaneously. The latter can be used as a power input on all of them, including the massive Powerhouse 200. Apart from this, they're pretty different from one another.

Power banks have become much more affordable these past few years, and many of them now come with built-in wireless charging for added convenience. B&H is currently selling one of the cheapest wireless ones around for just $17, instead of its original $30 MSRP.

There are an incredible number of choices when it comes to smaller capacity batteries, but the selection of big, camping-sized units thins out substantially especially if you want comparatively modern amenities like Type-C charging and output. Anker's new Powerhouse 200 fills a slightly smaller niche than its older Powerhouse 120,000, together with the addition of a more modern connector, but its $350 asking price is too much given the compatibility issues and feature set.

Mophie is well known for both the quality of its products and the hefty price tag attached to them, so we were interested when we heard that a handful of its employees had splintered off to start a new, eco-mindful power accessory company called Nimble. With consumer cost-cutting recyclable packaging and a focus on renewable materials, we were curious to see if Nimble could disrupt the battery and charger status quo — a highly competitive market. Unfortunately, Nimble's specs and prices just can't beat the competition. We reviewed both Nimble's extensive collection of batteries and its wireless charging accessories — a much more interesting subject now that Google has bequeathed the Pixels with Qi. Unfortunately, for all of us, we found Nimble's batteries to carry a premium in price that wasn't supported by product performance. Although in most cases we were impressed with the style and general build quality, as well as the concept of reduced environmental impact, these batteries and wireless chargers are a tough sell on appearance alone.Reviewed by Richard Gao and Ryne Hager.

Mophie is a recognized name in the high-end electronics accessories space, and a few of the company's co-founders have just launched a new accessory brand called Nimble, with an eco-mindful twist: its products are made with more renewable and recyclable materials —bioplastics, hemp, and recycled water bottles — to reduce ewaste. From what we can tell, they don't sacrifice anything in style or function, either.

Not everyone has one, but for many of us, external battery packs are one of the only things that can keep us going on long trips. The perils of the modern life unfortunately include battery life limitations. It's nice to get a good deal on a battery, when you can, since they can be pretty expensive. That's why we're pointing out ChargeTech's 27,000mAh 85W battery. It doesn't have USB-C, but it does have two USB-A ports, and a sizable 85W output over the included 110V AC outlet. Best of all, it has a chunky coupon for $46 off, bringing the price down to a palatable ~$139.Not everyone needs a big battery with an AC outlet, but it does come in handy when you're flying on an older plane, or if you just like taking your laptop to the park to do work—which is one of my favorite ways to spend the day, personally. The lack of USB-C is a bit meh, but for the $138 price, it's forgivable, especially if it isn't essential to you or you have an older, non-C powered laptop.We haven't tested this particular model, so we can't attest to its quality as we can in the case of the Mophie Powerstation AC—which is also on Amazon, but it's more expensive at $200, and with a more limited capacity. If you go for it, remember to use the coupon code AMUZISNW at checkout for an extra ~$46 off, bringing the price down to $138.Source: Amazon

For many of us, an external battery pack comes in near the top of our accessory priority list. Whether you travel for work or pleasure, topping up your gadgets on the go can be important, and that need can extend into durations or locations that require a few extra features or added durability. So, for all you outdoorsy types prepping for summer trips, we're taking a quick look at two new RAVpower batteries. One is "waterproof," both are solar-powered, and they clock in at 10,000mAh and 25,000mAh respectively. Before you get too excited about harnessing the functionally infinite power of the sun for yourself, keep in mind that the small size of the solar panels equates to a pretty slow charging speed. You won't be topping either of these batteries up to full just laying them out in the sun for the day. At the fastest possible speeds, it might give you, say, an extra 800-1200mAh per day. They're more perk than point if you decide to pick one up. Even so, it's an extra free bit of power that could make a difference out on the trails, giving your electronic safety net the ability to replenish itself without an outlet.The larger 25,000mAh battery offers a durable rubber-encased "waterproof" design with plenty of capacity, while the smaller 10,000mAh battery brings solar power to a pocketable form-factor. In my opinion, it's the bigger battery that's worthy of your attention, but either way, we've also got a pair of exclusive coupons (good until the end of July) that make them both a little cheaper.

We spend a lot of time researching the gadgets we use, but often gloss over things when it comes to accessories. That seems to be especially true in the case of power, where most of us just sort of use whatever battery or charger we have on hand—convenience is the most important thing. But if you look into the matter, not all batteries are created equal. Thankfully, RAVPower's 27,000mAh, 110V AC-compatible battery has some decent specs in an inexpensive package, and we've got a coupon that makes it even cheaper.It isn't perfect, by any means. I'm not a big fan of the lack of USB-C charging, the finish, or some of the power limitations. But for $130, it compares favorably to the competition. Better, RAVPower has offered our readers an exclusive $34-off coupon for Amazon (APRAV055), which brings the price to an even more palatable $96.In an SEO-optimized listing, RAVPower calls the battery the "AC Outlet Portable Charger RAVPower 27000mAh 100W(Max.) Built in 3-Prong AC Plug Universal Power Bank Travel Charger (AC Power Indicator, Type-C Port , Dual USB iSmart Ports) [Updated Version]," but I'm going to refer to it mostly by brand name and capacity in this review.

Just ahead of this year's CES, Mophie announced a massive 22,000mAh battery capable of spitting both 30W USB-PD over Type-C and 100W over a standard AC outlet, all in a relatively dinky 7.5" x 4.5" x 1.1" package. It even had what looked like a swanky gray fabric shell, so our interest was certainly piqued. The only real potential drawback we noted at the time was the price. $199.95 is pretty serious cash for a 22,000mAh battery.Since then, the battery has been marked down to ~5 on Amazon. Now that I've had a chance to play with one for a while, I can say that it's a great battery, but depending on your use case it might not be a great value. There's nothing wrong with Mophie's Powerstation AC, per se. In fact, the only faults I found in regular use are entirely subjective—I didn't like the fabric. But when comparable 30W USB Type-C batteries go for , and you can get a battery with a 100W 110V AC outlet and more capacity for a similar 9, you might wonder why anyone would choose this. The most significant advantage is that it combines each of those two aspects (30W USB Type-C PD and 110V 100W AC) into one convenient package, but it's worth remembering that many people probably won't need both of those features in a 22,000mAh battery. If you do, though, this is the battery for you.Mophie's Powerstation AC is a good battery, but maybe not for everyone.

We all need a pick-me-up now and then, and so does your phone. So if you've been looking to grab an external battery pack to keep things topped up, right now you have a chance to get one of 30 Tronsmart Presto 10000mAh portable batteries for free. And if a giveaway isn't quite your style, you can still pick one up at a 10% discount on Amazon via our exclusive coupon. Whatever you do, it's a win-win. Tronsmart's Presto 10000mAh battery has some pretty great features for a portable battery, too. It is compatible with Qualcomm's Quick Charge 3.0 on both output and input. That way you can charge it up quickly, too. If you've got a Huawei phone like the P10 or the Mate 9, it also supports Huawei's FCP technology for an increased charging rate. It can also pass-through, so as soon as the battery is plugged in to charge, connected devices are also able to start charging. Although it has two high-density lithium polymer battery cells, the size is just under 4" x 6" x 1", fitting easily into a pocket or small bag.

It isn't quite Prime Day yet, but that isn't stopping ZeroLemon from starting the party early. The company just tossed up sales for a ton of items, including a smattering of batteries, battery cases, screen protectors, cables, and chargers. Some items are even up to 70% off, though most of the more attractive items are between 20-50%.The company is offering discounts on a whopping 28 individual items. Obviously, we can't discuss every one of them here, and some of them are for iOS devices, but there are a few worth highlighting. Keep in mind that you'll need to use a coupon code for each discount. All coupon codes are listed down at the bottom next to their relevant item, as well as near the prices for each one discussed below.

In this job I work with a lot of public relations people. Their task is similar to mine, but in the opposite direction: while the responsibility of tech journalists is to present consumers with information that helps them make buying decisions, PR agents are generally instructed to drive sales by getting the news out. There's nothing wrong with the profession itself, and I've known great PR agents and those who are not so great. But I often look across the professional aisle and feel profound sympathy for my counterparts on the corporate side of tech media.

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Portable chargers are nice. They don't quite make up for phones with crappy battery life, but they come close. Plus they bring the peace of mind that comes from knowing you won't be tethered to a wall if your phone decides it won't make it through the evening.You can grab one at full price, but the reason you're reading this is so that you don't have to. So let's cut straight to the chase. Kmashi is offering a 20,000mAh external battery on Amazon for .98. With the coupon code 3Z9KLROS, you can knock that price down to $19.99.Why pick this pack over another one? Well, aside from the obvious availability of a coupon code, there's the added benefit of having Quick Charge 2.0 compatibility. That's something that was missing the last time we highlighted a Kmashi battery with this capacity at this price. You have two USB ports to work with and a flashlight that can come in handy in the dark.

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