ZenPower 10050mAh: Some things you definitely need to carry

Whether you have an iPhone, Android, Blackberry or Windows Phone, you will still lack sufficient power when on the move. Increasing uses of apps, such as games, social networking, communication and navigation, smartphones are prone to die of the main ingredient—battery life. With smartphones now sporting a standard battery rating of 1800mAh to 3000mAh, the maximum battery life you could bank on are just above a day. This can be achieved by restricting your smartphone usage to the bare minimum. But with 3G and 4G networks already placing a load on the power requirements, smartphones will surely need to be charged at least twice a day if not more. This brings in the need for a power bank, where you can charge your smartphone at any time you need it.

There are numerous power banks available from various manufacturers. Ranging from simple 2000mAh to a whopping 16000 mAh and more, these power banks are designed for different uses and purposes. Some feature higher battery capacities and others sport fast charging, there are a few others that boast about higher current output and multiple USB ports. And yes, there are some with wireless charging capabilities too.

Asus has joined the club of manufacturing power banks. After the success of the Zenfone series of smartphones, the company is now also concentrating on charging needs for the user on the go. Recently, Asus launched the 10050mAh power bank. The power bank sells under the model number ABTU, the accessory boasts of a smaller footprint with a credit card-sized form-factor. However, the power bank is not as light (215g) and thin and definitely will be inconvenient to carry along with you in your pocket.

The Asus power bank sports a tough and rugged build with a matte-finished aluminum chassis. One can additionally purchase a protective case for the power bank, which features a rubber sleeve in vibrant colours. The top features a micro USB port for charging itself and a USB port for connecting the device that needs charging. Four white LEDs along with a battery testing switch are also featured, for checking the existing power capacity (charge) of the device’s internal batteries.

Using the device is straightforward—simply plug in your smartphone/tablet’s USB cable to the output port of the charger and there you go. Bundled along with the power bank is a 6-inch USB to micro USB cable, which can be used to charge the power bank or any device that needs to be charged.  

The ASUS power bank features ASUS PowerSafe Technology for power protection, both for itself and the charging device, and has a maximum power output of 2.4A for fast charging devices and tablets. It also features temperature protection, along with 11 types of other protections.

Specifications:

• Battery Type: Lithium-ion rechargeable cell
• Input Power: DC 5V 2.0A
• Output Power: DC 5.1V 2.4A
• Capacities: 3.6V/10050mAh
• Charging Time: 6hrs with 5V/2A standard cable
• Dimensions: 90.5 x 59 x 22 mm
• Features: Load Detection: Auto-detect the plug-in and plug-out of devices
• Safety: Temperature Protection, Short circuit Protection, Reset Protection, input over Voltage Protection, output over Voltage Protection, Input reverse direction protection, over charge/over discharge protection, Output Over Current Protection, Cell PTC Protection, adapter protection, Jeita Protection,
• Temperature: Charging temperature: 0?-40? (TYP) | Working temperature: -40?~+70?
• Weight: 215 g

The ZenPower power bank can charge your smartphone multiple times on a single full capacity charge. However, this depends on your smartphone/tablet battery capacity. For example, if your smartphone battery is rated at 1500/2000/2500/3000/4000/4500/5000mah, you can charge it approximately 4/3/2.5/2/1.5/1.2/1.1 times, respectively. However, this will also depend and vary if you are using the smartphone alongside charging it.

The ZenPower power bank is a useful accessory for those who are constantly on the move. The power rating of 10050mAh and a smaller form factor design proves a good investment for those looking for a power bank on a low budget. ASUS ZenPower Black color is priced at Rs 1,599 onwards and the Silver / Pink / Blue / Gold variants from Rs 1,499 onwards.