I bought this bizarre wireless charger for my Apple Watch, and it's already saved me multiple times
Source: ZDNet
ZDNET’s key takeaways
- Compact power bank with an Apple Watch charging pad and two USB‑C ports.
- Built‑in USB‑C cable is a nice touch.
- The power bank is palm‑sized and can clip onto a bag or even a keychain.
Power banks are now a vital part of many people’s EDC (everyday carry) and a great way to keep gadgets running when away from home or the office. While there are plenty of power banks for smartphones, options for the Apple Watch are rare.
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If you’ve ever wished you could wirelessly charge your Apple Watch while traveling, trekking, or camping, the Iniu 5,000 mAh power bank is designed specifically for that purpose.
Previously, charging an Apple Watch on the go required a spare charging cable, a multi‑ended cable, or a separate charging puck. Those work, but they add another cable to carry. This power bank includes a built‑in charging puck, enabling wireless charging.
The 5,000 mAh (18 Wh) capacity isn’t huge, but it’s enough for about a 50‑90 % top‑up of a modern iPhone and roughly six recharges of an Apple Watch. That should keep you going for at least a week, given daily watch charging. The device measures 3.2 × 1.5 × 1.1 inches and weighs 4.1 oz.
It can also wirelessly charge AirPods or AirPods Pro with the appropriate wireless‑charging case.
The built‑in cable is about 3.5 inches long, and there’s a separate USB‑C port on the bottom. Both can be used to charge devices or to recharge the power bank itself, with a maximum input of 20 W and a maximum output of 15 W.
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You can use the wireless pad and the two USB‑C outlets simultaneously to charge three devices, up to a total of 15 W. Pass‑through charging is supported, so the power bank can be recharged while powering other devices.
There’s a clear monochrome LED display on the front showing the charge state and whether the bank is charging or discharging.
A nylon webbing loop with a split ring on top lets you attach the unit to a bag or keychain.
ZDNET’s buying advice
You can live without the Iniu 5,000 mAh power bank, but for those who want to keep their Apple Watch charged when away from a standard charger, it’s a solid option. It’s especially handy on hikes, reducing the number of cables you need to carry (and potentially lose). At around $22 at the time of writing, it’s an affordable addition to your everyday carry.