These days, you can carry just about everything you need to manage your business in your pocket. As productivity apps for smart phones and tablets become ever more sophisticated, portable power supplies make it easier than ever to work from wherever you happen to be for as long as your batteries hold out. Avoid the limitations imposed by your device's battery limits by adding a portable power supply or external battery to your go-bag.
When the FAA lifted restrictions on battery-powered devices last year, business travelers rejoiced at the increased time to work, read and communicate during their flights. The end to the restrictions was especially valuable for people trapped on intercontinental and transcontinental flights, who used to find themselves unable to work for eight, ten or more hours at a time. The new FAA ruling, however, couldn't wipe away the restrictions imposed by the devices themselves and the limitations inherent to the batteries. Your ability to work away from a power outlet is limited by the amount of battery power you have. This is true whether you're at the beach, hiking in the mountains or trying to get things done from any remote location. That's where portable power supplies and external battery packs come in handy. If you travel frequently or find yourself in situations without access to a nearby electrical outlet, these three portable power gadgets keep you connected and powered up.
RAVPower offers a selection of external chargers suitable for every type of device you own. The Deluxe 14000 mAh Battery Charger is a little bigger than a stack of index cards and holds enough juice to recharge your smart phone or small tablet several times and keep them running for hours. It's a little heavier than most other portable power chargers, but it's the one you want if you'll be away from electrical power for more than a few hours.
Powerocks offers a full line-up of portable power supplies, ranging from the sleek Magic Stick 2800, which will charge most smart phones, gaming devices and e-readers, to the beefy Magic Cube 12000, which holds enough electricity to charge a standard smart phone up to eight times before needing to be recharged itself.
If you hate the idea of carrying yet another device to charge your devices, PowerSkin offers an option you'll love: a case with built-in external batteries. PowerSkin silicone cases fit the most popular iPhone and other smart phone choices snugly, adding hours of portable power without a lot of extra bulk.
If you're not sure which external power supply is right for your needs, EcoGeekLiving offers these three important tips. First, know the input requirements of your device. Second, choose the right size battery, and finally, pick a power supply that's the right capacity for your trip.
Why let power requirements limit your ability to work? With a portable power supply, you'll never again run out of juice before you're done with your work.
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