Shared power bank is roast because of its "deep routine", and it feels a bit heavy to bring your own power bank every day... Nowadays, people's work and life are increasingly inseparable from mobile phones, and "power anxiety" is also born. How to charge faster and better when going out? Recently, the News Morning Post · Zhou Zhou reporter will visit different shared power bank cabinets, enter subways, restaurants, convenience stores, etc., sort out "avoiding pitfalls", evaluate good charging products and charging friendly places, so that everyone can achieve "charging without anxiety".
The price of shared power banks has repeatedly "risen" on hot searches, with the phrase "you can buy one yourself just by using it a few times". In order to alleviate "battery anxiety", many citizens have started choosing to bring their own power banks when going out. Lipstick power banks, capsule power banks... increasingly lightweight and portable power banks are constantly being updated. What are the advantages and disadvantages of a compact power bank? How many times can a fully charged phone 'extend its lifespan'? What should be noted when making a purchase? Let's take a look together!
Low battery anxiety? Only by seeing 100% battery life can one feel a sense of security
Do you feel anxious when you see your phone's battery level drop below 20%? Ms. Xu, who often goes out to work, keeps a power bank in her backpack and has used multiple power banks.
She has used batteries with a capacity of 5000 milliampere hours or 10000 milliampere hours before, but some of them run low on the second charge after charging the phone to over 50% for the first time.
For example, sometimes I go out at 6am and get home at 10pm, and when I get home, my power bank is usually used up and my phone only has 10% battery left, "Ms. Xu said. This still causes some" battery anxiety ".
Recently, she switched to a new power bank and said, "My power bank will display the remaining battery level, which is' 100 'when fully charged. Only when the battery is at 100% can you feel a sense of security
It's not just about capacity and conversion power! This is the appropriate way to choose a power bank
This power bank is about half the size of a mobile phone and is labeled with a battery capacity of 20000mAh. "I usually use the power bank to charge my phone to around 50% or 60% when there is only 5% or 10% battery left, and see if it can be used until I go home without any problems, so I don't continue charging
If the phone runs out of battery again during this period, use a power bank to continue "extending its life". This way, from 5% to 50%~60%, after about three charges, the power bank usually has less than 20% of battery left, so it is necessary to charge the power bank. Ms. Xu is very satisfied with the battery capacity of this new power bank.
As our work and life become increasingly inseparable from mobile phones, the number of people with "battery anxiety" is also increasing. When choosing a power bank, besides considering its capacity, portability is also one of the most important concerns for everyone.
Ms. Xu thinks that the weight of her power bank is still acceptable, and she is used to wearing it every day. Some citizens also picked it up and expressed that the volume of this product is still quite large. Although the weight is not as heavy as it looks, it is not light either.
Are there any smaller and more portable power banks available? Which power banks are currently more popular? Before making a purchase, take a look ↓↓
Lipstick? Capsule? Power bank "figure" PK
Among various power banks, those with "small body size and large capacity" are naturally more popular. Small stature is obvious at a glance, while large capacity requires attention.
At present, power banks generally indicate two capacities, one is the battery capacity and the other is the rated capacity. To know how many times a power bank can charge a phone, it depends on its rated capacity. The number of charging times can be calculated by dividing the rated capacity by the phone battery capacity. Of course, you can also consult the customer service or staff of the online store to understand the relevant situation.
The reporter visited and learned that there are currently several small and portable power banks, including the following
1. Lipstick power bank
Advantages: Compact and lightweight
Disadvantages: Small capacity, usually requires charging the power bank after one use
It's not just about capacity and conversion power! This is the appropriate way to choose a power bank
Lipstick power bank "refers to a power bank that looks like a lipstick because of its" high appearance value ". Like lipstick, this type of power bank comes in both round and square tubes. Its biggest feature is its compact and lightweight design. Taking several popular "lipstick power banks" as examples, its weight is around 120 grams.
However, the battery capacity of the "lipstick power bank" is generally not large. Taking the two "lipstick power banks" labeled with a battery energy of 5000 milliampere hours as an example, their rated capacity is 2700 to 2800 milliampere hours.
If a phone with a battery capacity of about 4000mAh is charged, a "lipstick power bank" can only charge about half of the phone's battery and cannot be fully charged, making it suitable for emergency use.
2. Capsule power bank
Advantages: Compact and lightweight
Disadvantages: Small capacity, usually requires charging the power bank after one use
It's not just about capacity and conversion power! This is the appropriate way to choose a power bank
The appearance of the "Capsule Power Bank" is similar to the "Lipstick Power Bank" in front, with the biggest difference being that it does not use a cable to charge the phone, but has an integrated design. Open the small cover on the power bank interface and plug it into your phone to charge.
After simplification, the weight of the "capsule power bank" is also very light, with some power banks labeled with a battery energy of 5000 milliampere hours weighing less than 100 grams.
Taking the popular "capsule power banks" as an example, their labeled battery energy is mostly 5000 milliampere hours, and their rated capacity is over 2000 milliampere hours or 3000 milliampere hours. The capacity is not large and is more suitable for emergency use. At the same time, it does not have many charging ports, so when choosing, pay attention to purchasing the model that suits your phone.
3. Magnetic wireless power bank
Advantages: Magnetic wireless charging, no need to bring a cable
Disadvantage: Some phones do not support magnetic wireless charging function
It's not just about capacity and conversion power! This is the appropriate way to choose a power bank
Simply place your phone on the magnetic wireless power bank to charge it. Compared to other power banks, it does not require a cable and there is no need to worry about the power bank's built-in cable being damaged.
Common magnetic wireless power banks are usually half the size of a mobile phone, and many products are becoming lighter in weight. For example, the one shown in the picture below weighs 143.4 grams and has a rated capacity of 3500 milliampere hours
It's not just about capacity and conversion power! This is the appropriate way to choose a power bank
Some magnetic wireless power banks also come with charging cables, which can be charged wirelessly or wired. There are also more capacity options, such as a rated capacity of 6000 milliampere hours.
It should also be noted that the "magnetic" and "wireless charging" functions of the magnetic wireless power bank are separate, and not all phones can use "magnetic wireless charging". For example, Android phones generally do not support magnetic charging.
Therefore, two things need to be confirmed before purchasing: first, whether your phone model supports wireless charging function; Secondly, if you are using an Android phone, you can inquire with customer service if they will provide magnetic patches as a gift.
4. Comes with plug power bank
Advantages: Comes with a built-in plug for recharging, with a wide range of battery capacity options available
Disadvantage: Relatively heavier in weight
It's not just about capacity and conversion power! This is the appropriate way to choose a power bank
The built-in power bank has a foldable plug that can be opened when in use. In addition to charging mobile phones, power banks can also be recharged at any time when there is a power outlet.
Compared to the previous two power banks, this one is heavier, possibly due to the addition of a plug. Taking a built-in plug power bank with a battery capacity of 5000 mAh and a rated capacity of around 3000 mAh as an example, its weight is over 180 grams.
However, there are more battery capacity options available for power banks with built-in plugs. For those who want a "large capacity", they can choose a larger capacity built-in plug power bank. Of course, generally speaking, power banks with larger capacity are larger in size and heavier in weight.
5. Back clip power bank
Advantages: 2-in-1 phone case and power bank, no need to bring a cable
Disadvantages: heavier than regular phone cases, not suitable for daily use as phone cases
It's not just about capacity and conversion power! This is the appropriate way to choose a power bank
Another type is the back clip power bank, which is both a phone case and a power bank. The reporter did not find such power banks in multiple online stores of power bank brands, but some citizens have also used them.
Ms. Geng bought a new phone before and while browsing shopping websites, she came across the same model of "back clip power bank" and placed an order. She said that the actual product is heavier and thicker than a regular phone case, and it is not much different from a regular power bank when used. The capacity she purchased is 10000 milliampere hours, which can usually be charged twice, not fast charging.
I don't usually use it as a daily phone case because it is still relatively heavy compared to phone cases, and it is only briefly used as a phone case when I go out, "Ms. Geng said.
In addition to whether it is portable and how long it can be used, charging speed is also one of the most important factors that people pay attention to when choosing. It is understood that the charging speed mainly depends on whether the phone, charging power source, and data cable support fast charging. Currently, many power banks come with their own cables and indicate support for fast charging. In the product details page, it is also indicated which fast charging protocols are compatible. If you want fast charging, you can check if it is compatible with your phone when purchasing.
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