How Do You Know Which Powerbank to Buy?

Anyone who has used mobile devices extensively knows that a fully charged battery isn't enough sometimes. Take the case of a smart phone. If you've been travelling and you're using your phone for navigation, receiving and making calls, texting, surfing the Internet, posting social media status, and gaming, you'll notice that your battery charge has already dropped to 30% and the day isn't even done. But with a powerbank, you don't have to scramble to the nearest electrical outlet because you can charge your device's battery whenever and wherever you like.

Choosing a Powerbank

There are important factors you must consider when choosing a power bank. Here are some of them.

1. Capacity

When shopping for a power bank, the most important specification you should look for is its capacity. Power bank capacity is measured in milliampere hour or mAh. The capacity of your device's battery is also measured in mAh. In short, if your phone has 1,500mAh battery, you'll be able to recharge it fully once with a 1,500mAh portable battery charger.

Here's how you can know which power bank to buy for your device/s:

·         If you have 10,400mAh battery, choose a 10,400mAh power bank or higher.

·         If you have 16000mAh battery, choose a 16000mAh power bank or higher.

·         If you have 20,000mAh battery, choose a 20000mAh power bank or higher.

2. The power bank's output current

Battery packs designed for smart phones usually have an output of 1A (at 5 volts) at most over the USB port. While some people might be fine with its charging speed, others might notice that their smart phone takes a longer time to recharge than when using a wall charger. As such, when shopping for a power bank, look for one that has an output higher than 1A. For instance, if you have an Android device, get at least 1.5A. For Apple devices, such as an iPad, choose a power bank with an output of 2.1A for faster charging.

3. Number of USB ports

Consider the number of ports the USB power bank, especially if you want to charge multiple devices at the same time. Higher capacity battery chargers usually offer more than one USB ports. However, they are usually more expensive. But if you carry many devices, then this is a good option to consider. A quick tip, though. Make sure that you determine the total output current of the power bank when more than one port is used to ensure that you'll be able to charge your devices quickly.

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The Dos and Don'ts of Using a Portable Power Bank

Pokemon Go, Spotify, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook—these are just some of the apps that many people use on their smart phones on a daily basis. While they are certainly entertaining and they do help pass the time, they also drain your battery faster than usual. If you're waiting for an important call or if you need to use your phone later on, using these apps early in the day can be a problem because you won't have any power left. But if you want to use these apps without having to worry about draining your phone's battery, you should get a portable powerbank.

Power banks kept your mobile devices fully charged. With these devices, you can use a wide range of applications without having to worry about missing calls because of a dead phone battery. But to ensure reliability and maximum efficiency, here are the dos and don'ts of using a power bank that you should follow.

Dos of Using a Power Bank

1. Do read the instruction

Make sure to read the instruction or user's manual prior to connecting the powerbank to your device to avoid damage to both power bank and smart phone.

2. Do use the right cable

The power bank comes with its own charging cable and make sure to use it every time you charge your device. Never use a substitute cable.

3. Do charge the power bank before using it for the first time

Most manufacturers recommend charging the power bank two to three times prior to using it for the first time to fully activate it.

4. Do charge your power bank even if you don't use it

To keep the power bank in good working condition, you should charge it at least once a month even if you don't use it.

Don'ts of Using a Power Bank

1. Don't charge devices with different charging specifications

Never use the power bank to charge electrical devices it is not designed to charge. Otherwise, it could potentially damage the external battery charger.

2. Don't expose the power bank to wet environment

Always make sure to keep the power bank in a cool, dry place. Never immerse it in liquids, chemicals, soap or detergent.

3. Don't disassemble the power bank on your own

If you're having problems with the device, refer to the user's manual. Don't disassemble, repair, or replace its parts without professional guidance.

4. Don't drop the power bank

The power bank contains a circuit board and other fragile components inside. Always make sure to handle it carefully. Don't drop or throw it.

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