Batteries and Chargers

Charging adapters don’t have to be boring anymore and FUEL chargers prove it!

By / November 10, 2022 / News / / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Chargers aren’t typically considered a fashion accessory, but maybe they will become the new fashion accessory for geeks now that fun designs like the FUEL chargers from Discommon for Case-Mate are on the market. These super cute 30W PD 3.0 USB-C GaN high-speed chargers are available in 4 translucent colors and feature folding …

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Shargeek Retro 35W GaN Charger review – This tiny Apple Macintosh will charge your gadgets!

By / November 5, 2022 / Reviews / / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – I’m typically not a big fan of novelty items, but when I was offered a review sample of the Shargeek Retro 35W GaN Charger, the idea of saying no didn’t cross my mind at all. As a fan of all things Apple (see episode #5 of my video podcast where I share my …

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Nomad’s limited edition 30W adapter lets you see the power inside

By / October 29, 2022 / News / / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Nomad has introduced a new limited edition version of their 30W USB-C Power Adapter. This version has a frosted transparent black body, giving a glimpse into the GaN technology that powers your devices. Besides the reimagined design, it provides 10W more power than the 20W USB-C Power Adapter without any increase in size. …

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Zyron Powerpod 100W GaN charger review – a multi-port charger for world travelers

By / October 24, 2022 / Reviews / / 1 Comment

REVIEW –  Gone are the days when you have to have multiple proprietary AC adapters plugged in to charge all your devices. The proliferation of USB-C and Micro-USB cables means a single adapter can now generally charge most of your devices. But what happens if you have multiple devices to charge at the same time?  …

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Juicebox MagSafe Wireless Battery Pack review – juice on the go!

By / October 22, 2022 / Reviews / / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – When my kids were little, I carried juice boxes with me everywhere.  You know what I’m talking about, right?  Those little boxes of apple juice or fruit punch were critical in keeping the savage little rag-a-muffins at bay when they turned cranky. Fast forward to years later and I get just about as …

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Shargeek Storm2 Slim power bank review – It’s fast, it’s small, it’s … clear!

By / September 14, 2022 / Reviews / / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – How the new Shargeek Storm2 Slim power bank compare to a wall outlet with USB ports? Let me explain. Recently, I replaced two outlets with ones that had built-in USB ports. My thinking was that I could use these outlets to charge my devices without needing an adapter. While the thinking was correct, …

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UGREEN 100W USB-C DigiNest Pro charging station review

By / September 7, 2022 / Reviews / / 2 Comments

REVIEW – Like it or not, the charging world is headed towards USB-C. I don’t consider a desktop charger if it doesn’t have USB-C! Fortunately, the UGREEN 100W USB-C DigiNest Pro charging station is a slick product that has you covered. What is it? The UGREEN DigiNest Pro is billed as a 7-in-1 charging station. …

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Coway Airmega Icon air purifier review

By / August 11, 2022 / Reviews / , / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – My wife has asthma, so clean air is important for her. Clean air is even more important for me because if the air isn’t moving and clean, I have to do something about it. I have several air purifiers, and most of them have been great, however, the Coway Airmega Icon Air Purifier …

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Miracase Phone Holder review – Give your phone a hug with this holder

By / August 10, 2022 / Reviews / , / 1 Comment

REVIEW – When the Miracase Phone Holder is open it sort of looks like it’s ready to give your phone a hug. In my reviews I sometimes state the item to which I’m comparing, and whether I’ll replace the old thing with the new thing. My DIY dashboard magnet mount has worked well for me …

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STM Goods ChargeTree Go portable wireless charger review

By / August 18, 2022 / Reviews / / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – There are literally hundreds of wireless charging devices out there for your phone and various accessories like earbuds and watches.  The ones that can handle multiple devices are often bulky and not the type of thing I want to pack in my suitcase for travel.  The STM Goods ChargeTree Go portable wireless charger …

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Redodo 12V 200Ah Plus LiFePO4 Battery review – Power everything, for a little less.

By / August 9, 2022 / Reviews / , / 18 Comments

REVIEW – Before the pandemic when I worked in an actual office, our building was powered by the largest solar array in our state.  We could park our cars under it, since it covered the parking lot.  If you had an electric vehicle, you could charge it up for free.  I really enjoyed knowing that …

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Benks Grand Pro Headphone Stand review – Hang your headphones while you charge your phone

By / July 31, 2022 / Reviews / , / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – There’s no shortage of headphone stands out there, but if you want to support the entire headband length of your AirPod Max headphones, I haven’t seen any that do that as well as the Grand Pro Headphone Stand from Benks. It’s not the stand’s only feature either, so dive into the review with …

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Twelve South HiRise 3 Wireless Charging Stand review – perfect bedside charger for Apple devices

By / July 19, 2022 / Reviews / / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Every night before going to sleep, my wife recharges her iPhone and her Apple Watch.  She reaches over to her nightstand, finds the lightning cable and connects it to her phone, and then finds the magnetic charging cable and connects it to the watch.  It seems like there should be an easier way …

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Benks MagClap Traveller Pro car charger review

By / June 25, 2022 / Reviews / , / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – There are many ways to get your phone into your field of view when in your automobile. Heads-up displays that fit on your dash, suction cups for either the windshield or the dash, and, of course, that perennial favorite, the AC vent clip. How to attach the phone to the clip is the …

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EHO 100W 4-port GaN wall charger review – Any port in a charger

By / June 24, 2022 / Reviews / / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – After an embarrassingly long time with no higher wattage chargers (like, above 30 Watt) being available because of manufacturing and shipping issues caused by (or, at least blamed on) the pandemic, suddenly everyone seems to have gallium nitride (GaN) chargers available that offer flexibility beyond anything we’ve seen in the past. Take today’s …

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