These power banks will keep your phone battery happy and healthy
By Natasha Rey Tan
GP x Smiley Special Edition Power Bank
The GP “Happy Energy” power bank ($49) comes in six different designs, and we’re pretty sure they’ll put a smile on your face. It weighs in at a mere 135g and will fully charge your phone with 7.5 hours of battery life.
Available at Challenger outlets.
Kate Spade New York Slim Portable Charger
This slim and stylish portable charger ($80) from Kate Spade New York will match the rest of your outfit with its classic, monochrome stripes. Keep it by your side to ensure that your mobile devices are powered and ready for use.
Available at shop.nordstrom.com.
Wattzup Unihorn Power Bank
The adorable, unicorn-shaped Wattzup Unihorn Power Bank ($54) is bound to be a conversation starter. It features outlets for both iPhone and Android, and offers eight hours of battery life.
Available at www.dollskill.com.
Ankit Emoji Portable Powerbank
Do chargers have feelings? At least this Ankit Emoji Portable Power Bank ($11) does. You’ll be grinning when you see your phone battery go from zero to 100 per cent in a jiffy, thanks to the power bank’s impressive 1800 mAH charge. This translates into eight hours of talk time, 10 hours of video and 40 hours of music for you.
Available at www.agacistore.com.
Ban.do Back Me Up! Mobile Charger
Available in a variety of prints, ranging from glittery to simple red hearts, Ban.do’s Back Me Up ($41) mobile charger is cute, stylish and compact. While it’s not as powerful as a heavy duty portable battery pack, this pint-sized mobile charger will fit snugly into your purse.
Available at www.bando.com.
A version of this article appeared in the print edition of Weekender, Issue 152, May 13 – May 26, 2016, with the headline ‘Power packed’.
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