Will returns from his Vegas job, we talk about portable power banks, specifications and considerations when getting one.
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Tips for power banks
1. Choose the right capacity
- Match the bank’s mAh (or Wh) to your devices. For smartphones, 10 000–20 000 mAh often suffices; for multiple devices or a laptop, go higher
- Remember airlines limit power banks to under 100 Wh (~30 000 mAh), so check capacity before packing.
- TSA-Approved Power Bank Travel Guide: Rules, Best Picks & Charging Tips - https://www.belkin.com/company/blog/tsa-approved-power-bank-travel-guide
2. Use multi-port or wireless-enabled banks
- Multi-port banks let you charge several gadgets at once—ideal for phones, earbuds, cameras, etc. southernliving.com+15belkin.com+15tomsguide.com+15.
- If convenience is key, consider a wireless-charging power bank compatible with Qi pads or magnetic attachments belkin.com+1jackery.com+1.
3. Keep your power bank charged (and safe)
- Charge it fully before travel, and keep it above ~20% to preserve capacity and battery health
- Avoid charging/discharging simultaneously—charge it fully, unplug, then use .
- Store away from heat/extreme cold to prevent degradation
- Charging a Power Bank: Essential Steps & Tips https://www.scosche.com/blog/post/charging-a-power-bank-essential-steps-tips
4. Pack cables and chargers smartly
- Bring quality USB-C/Lightning cables and a compact high-wattage wall charger—preferably GaN—to quickly recharge your bank at layovers/hotels
- This GaN charger let me finally ditch my bulky laptop charger for good https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/peripherals/this-gan-charger-let-me-finally-ditch-my-bulky-laptop-charger-and-its-43-off-right-now
- Stay organized: keep cables and banks in a pouch to avoid tangles
5. Use public charging safely
- Avoid using public USB ports—they can be hacked (“juice‑jacking”)
- Instead, use your own power bank or a TSA-approved brick in airports
- TSA Issues New Warning About 2 Common Airport Habits That Invite Hackers https://www.southernliving.com/tsa-warns-travelers-cybersecurity-threats-11754066
6. Pack multiple small banks for redundancy
- Rather than one heavy unit, several smaller banks ensure backup capacity and shorter recharge cycles between uses .
7. Plan for in‑flight and layover charging
- Many economy planes lack outlets—carry a lightweight power bank (and tiny power strip if needed) to power on-board devices
8. Label or color‑code your bank
- In a group (e.g. families), color-coordination or labeling avoids mix-ups and ensures each person charges their own .
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