Portable Power for USB Devices
UPDATE 12/13/09: I have run the ZAGG spark portable power pack through a couple charge cycles. It is impressive. I am working on a deal where if you purchase one, $10 will be sent to AMSAT. Stay tuned ... I will be creating a Web page with detailed information. - Clint Bradford, K6LCS
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Ever wanted more battery life from your iPod / PDA / cell phone or other device that charges via USB? Of course we have.
The company name, ZAGG, might not ring a bell with you. But more of you have heard of the InvisibleSHIELD line they market - IMHO the best of the screen protectors for our PDA and cellphone screens.
Well, ZAGG just introduced what appears to be the best of the "portable USB device power packs" available.
Although the ZAGGsparq is marketed as being "able to charge an Apple iPhone up to four times," I see it being used for a lot more applications.
Physically, it's 3.5 x 3.5 x 1" in size. Its Lithium Polymer battery pack is rated at 6000mAH - that's SIX AMPS in your little pack. Only the Amstron PP66S has that capacity ... but the ZAGG offers more features than the Amstron.
ZAGGspark works with any of your devices that uses a USB cord for charging. Plus, it provides TWO USB ports for charging your mobile devices when plugged into an AC outlet.
Weighs a tad over a half-pound. Four LEDs indicate the pack's power level (25% / 50% / 75% / 100%).
I just ordered one, and will immediately put it to use. It's going to power my Verizon MiFi 2200 and Apple 32GB iPod touch. I'll report back how it performs.
Clint Bradford 909-241-7666
Clint,
These Lithium Polymer batteries are incredible punch-per-pound! Be VERY sure that you are using the right charger for them. They are very finicky and when they don't get what they want (and are designed for) they have a tendency to burst into flames.
Just a word to the wise.
73, David
-----Original Message----- From: amsat-bb-bounces@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Clint Bradford Sent: Monday, December 14, 2009 9:47 AM To: AMSAT BB Subject: [amsat-bb] Portable Power for USB Devices
UPDATE 12/13/09: I have run the ZAGG spark portable power pack through a couple charge cycles. It is impressive. I am working on a deal where if you purchase one, $10 will be sent to AMSAT. Stay tuned ... I will be creating a Web page with detailed information. - Clint Bradford, K6LCS
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Ever wanted more battery life from your iPod / PDA / cell phone or other device that charges via USB? Of course we have.
The company name, ZAGG, might not ring a bell with you. But more of you have heard of the InvisibleSHIELD line they market - IMHO the best of the screen protectors for our PDA and cellphone screens.
Well, ZAGG just introduced what appears to be the best of the "portable USB device power packs" available.
Although the ZAGGsparq is marketed as being "able to charge an Apple iPhone up to four times," I see it being used for a lot more applications.
Physically, it's 3.5 x 3.5 x 1" in size. Its Lithium Polymer battery pack is rated at 6000mAH - that's SIX AMPS in your little pack. Only the Amstron PP66S has that capacity ... but the ZAGG offers more features than the Amstron.
ZAGGspark works with any of your devices that uses a USB cord for charging. Plus, it provides TWO USB ports for charging your mobile devices when plugged into an AC outlet.
Weighs a tad over a half-pound. Four LEDs indicate the pack's power level (25% / 50% / 75% / 100%).
I just ordered one, and will immediately put it to use. It's going to power my Verizon MiFi 2200 and Apple 32GB iPod touch. I'll report back how it performs.
Clint Bradford 909-241-7666 _______________________________________________ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
I have already talked to te engineering department of ZAGG. My unit warms up to just under 100F degrees. The charger is built in to this little unit - the AC prongs flip out from the case.
I am impressed with the quality and features. I'l set up a Web page on it later this week.
Clint
On Dec 14, 2009, at 5:56 PM, David Wing wrote:
Clint,
These Lithium Polymer batteries are incredible punch-per-pound! Be VERY sure that you are using the right charger for them ....
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