tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3637514041945566604.post7250534532798055983..comments2016-12-28T07:16:48.951+00:00Comments on I Don't Do Hills: Powermonkey Explorer 2 – First lookAndyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13555512182469499519noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3637514041945566604.post-9457452122684726422014-12-19T15:44:53.574+00:002014-12-19T15:44:53.574+00:00I use a lot of USB devices! Some of it depends on...I use a lot of USB devices! Some of it depends on what you are doing, length of time away from a 'source', how many devices, etc.<br /><br />I think the Lepow Moonstone will remain my battery of choice for now. It can fully charge an iPhone a few times, so ideal to top up a few different devices over a few days. It's what I used on my few days on the JMT. It's 152g, plastic (but survived a drop!), capacity is good for a couple of days, very easy (they all are to be honest), and can charge 2 things at the same time. It is NOT waterproof, so needs looking after.<br /><br />None of the batteries can be plugged direct to mains, so all need a mains to USB charger. The powermonkey will apparently be getting a crank and wind adaptor soon (Your own wind farm! controversial!). All will work with third party solar panels. I have a Sunantics sCharger S5, which doesn't look as good (not as flashy looking) but is lighter with a good output. Solar limited in UK to be honest!<br /><br />The Lepow is also £17 on amazon when compared to the Powermonkey at £75.<br /><br />I might edit the review to add prices!Andyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13555512182469499519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3637514041945566604.post-33396811141431948942014-12-19T11:28:01.588+00:002014-12-19T11:28:01.588+00:00Interesting thoughts.
So out of all the ones you...Interesting thoughts. <br /><br />So out of all the ones you have tried, which would you consider the single best unit weighing up such characteristics as weight, robustness, ease of charging, capacity, ease of use, versatility and (if applicable) waterproofness?<br /><br />I imagine I'd be looking for the unit to be able to be charged "on the road" (solar, crank, etc) and every few days from a mains plug socket, and to in turn charge such things as mobile phones, tablets, rechargable batteries, etc.<br /><br />I'm keen on the idea of such devices, but don't quite know where to begin? So any advice would be welcome.<br /><br />Cheers <br /><br />JulesJuleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16576395337502021082noreply@blogger.com