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TYLT Powerplant 5200 mAh battery REVIEW

Hey guys,
So Im placing this in general because it fits every device hehe.
so long story short.I saw this company named Tylt at CES 2012 and fell in love with this little sucker. testing it, I got 3 full charges to my phone.. which is amazing. the colors are cool as well and they will be releasing a whole new line of cool little things
I reviews it for you guys ..
Pd: mods if this is posted in the wrong section please let me know
Enjoy
http://youtu.be/XK-zE2FuC1Q

Nice review mate !
Found another review on Tech Junction : Tylt PowerPlant Review.

Good video review, Raul, but NOT a good value for an external battery. This is 5200 mAh battery with a typical 70-75% efficiency which means in reality you only get about 3800 mAh of charging capacity. And on amazon it's priced from various sources for $65-$70 and has less than a hundred reviews. This will be used for only 1 charge with my Note 2 3100mah battery and not even a full charge with my new Nexus 7 tablet. The best value and quality are Anker external batteries with hundreds of 5-star reviews and variety of models like Slim 3 with 6000 mAh battery and built in cable like Tylt and cost $37 or Astro3 2nd gen with 12000 mAh and 3 usb charging ports including smart port that can charge latest iPad at 2.4A and 10-led power indicator with 80% efficiency output all for $49.99.
Sorry, didn't mean to rain on your review, you did a fantastic job with video review. I just review hundreds of accessories here on XDA (check out my sig link), and haven't found anything remotely better in quality, customer support and warranty (18-months warranty), and pricing. RAVPower also has quality external batteries and sometime have great deals under $30 for high capacity batteries, but they don't have as much variety as Anker.

Recommended Power Bank with >4000mAh battery ?

Hi guys,
I'm looking for a not too expansive power bank with >4000mAh battery for travels (USB [email protected] output).
Any recommendations ?
Thanks

Try looking up for Yoobao battery banks. I've had a couple of these, a 6000mAh one cost me about 40$ or so the last time I bought it which is last year.
AFAIK prices fluctuate pretty badly based on which seller it comes from, so look out for cheaper deals.
I think they're pretty good and they are way cheaper than the more "established" brands.

I have an anker astro 3 10000 mah power bank for myself. It works great! Two USB outputs, each one supplying 2 amps. I think anker is the best deal. Its like 60 bucks. And has good ratings on amazon. Alot of the other power banks don't work as advertised but this anker one does well.
Now I don't think it has exactly 10000 mah, but it is probably about 8000. I could probably do a test to see how many charges I can get with the sgs3.
http://www.amazon.com/10000mAh-Exte...F8&qid=1341939937&sr=1-1&keywords=anker+10000
I'll also see if I can take some pics of its size. Its not too big. But that's just my opinion so I'll see what I can do
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I have good experience with Anker products but I can't buy from Amazon and can't find it anywhere else. I'm still looking.. I guess that if i'll not find another store (with international shipping) I'll go for the Yoobao...
Thank
PS
AliExpress having a 50% off sale from the 16th till the 21st.
Do you think it safe to buy the Yoobao from there ?

Is the Yoobao batteries trustworthy? Do they actually have the mAH posted?

[Q] EasyAcc® 10000mAh - Reviews?

Hi,
I've been browsing for a portable charger that's worth the price, and I think I might have found the one.
Packed with 10000 mAH, the EasyAcc charger coming in at $26.99 is an incredible deal.
Does anyone have any experience with this charger? How is it compared to the reputable Anker portable chargers? What's the efficiency level?
http://www.amazon.com/EasyAcc®-Bril...7501&sr=8-6&keywords=easyacc+portable+charger
Thanks for your help. :highfive:

It may be rated at 10000mah but who knows what the actual ratings are. I've taken apart an anker charger and the batteries they had actually added up to their advertised ratings.
Then there is also the question of how long it will work for, I know anker has a warranty that is close to 1 year that will cover stuff like reduced battery life etc..

biscuitownz said:
It may be rated at 10000mah but who knows what the actual ratings are. I've taken apart an anker charger and the batteries they had actually added up to their advertised ratings.
Then there is also the question of how long it will work for, I know anker has a warranty that is close to 1 year that will cover stuff like reduced battery life etc..
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Thank you for you input.
See, that's the thing. The price is incredible, but I'm not so sure if it'll last as long as Anker's chargers.

-Cobalt- said:
Thank you for you input.
See, that's the thing. The price is incredible, but I'm not so sure if it'll last as long as Anker's chargers.
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That price isn't that incredible. Here's a link to a RAVPower 8400mAh pack. They also make a 14000 for ten bucks more. I have owned there 8400 pack for about 4 months now and can vouch for it. Them and Anker is who I would stick with.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00861BX7E/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1

theesotericone said:
That price isn't that incredible. Here's a link to a RAVPower 8400mAh pack. They also make a 14000 for ten bucks more. I have owned there 8400 pack for about 4 months now and can vouch for it. Them and Anker is who I would stick with.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00861BX7E/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Thanks, I'll take a look into it. Is it pocketable?

-Cobalt- said:
Thanks, I'll take a look into it. Is it pocketable?
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That one seems a bit too big to fit in the pocket comfortably. I personally have this one and it's pretty good (http://www.amazon.com/5600mAh-Porta...qid=1393834261&sr=8-13&keywords=anker+charger)
From experience, there is no shortcut to buying lithium batteries for a cheaper price and still getting the average ratings for it's price. You really get what you pay for with lithium batteries, unless you have a discount.

This thread should really be in accessories, not Q&A...
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i have 8400 mah rawpower really good

I have one 5000mAh from EasyAcc (with fast charge and a micro usb cable built in).
It does have about the same capacity as advertised. Their service was pretty good too.

-Cobalt- said:
Hi,
I've been browsing for a portable charger that's worth the price, and I think I might have found the one.
Packed with 10000 mAH, the EasyAcc charger coming in at $26.99 is an incredible deal.
Does anyone have any experience with this charger? How is it compared to the reputable Anker portable chargers? What's the efficiency level?
http://www.amazon.com/EasyAcc®-Bril...7501&sr=8-6&keywords=easyacc+portable+charger
Thanks for your help. :highfive:
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hi cobalt i know this brand, i use the easyacc 2nd Gen. Brilliant 10000mAh it is really cheaper i buy it for 10 usd only and i like it

Motorola Clearance Accessories!!

There are some good steals on Moto's site right now including a Motorola power pack for 10 bucks (down from 40) and a bluetooth controller for also 10 bucks (down from $100)!!! Go check it out!!
http://www.motorola.com/us/shop-all-clearance/

jhnl33 said:
There are some good steals on Moto's site right now including a Motorola power pack for 10 bucks (down from 40) and a bluetooth controller for also 10 bucks (down from $100)!!! Go check it out!!
http://www.motorola.com/us/shop-all-clearance/
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Grabbed myself a power pack to keep around for my GF. Her phone likes to die on her in the middle of the day because she is always on it

jhnl33 said:
There are some good steals on Moto's site right now including a Motorola power pack for 10 bucks (down from 40) and a bluetooth controller for also 10 bucks (down from $100)!!! Go check it out!!
http://www.motorola.com/us/shop-all-clearance/
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Awesome find thanks for sharing!
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I was going to pick up an HDMI cable for $2.99, but then the shipping was going to be $10.95. LOL.
Anybody know if this cable is anything special, or can I get a generic one from Monoprice?
Also, that Bluetooth remote thingy looks interesting, but I can't really imagine that I would use it much. Anybody have one of these?

Moto's $11 shipping is really killing their accessory sales. I just can't see paying almost $30 for another set of screen protectors.

Thanks for the heads up. Picked up 3 battery packs, the headphones, the Bluetooth remote, and HDMI cable.
Gonna have to teach my parents how to use the battery packs lol.

The cable only works for the droids, not the moto x from what I know
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The sale is still on and the shipping is $10.95 for 2-day, $4 for "standard". I just ordered a few things.

isn't this a better deal for a charger = http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-Universal-Portable-Battery-Packaging/dp/B008RZYN8A/ref=pd_sim_sbs_cps_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=17ZY177MKVBSVQDSKA7W

cbalt said:
isn't this a better deal for a charger = http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-Universal-Portable-Battery-Packaging/dp/B008RZYN8A/ref=pd_sim_sbs_cps_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=17ZY177MKVBSVQDSKA7W
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amazon link says $13.95 + free shipping on orders over $35... Unless you have amazon prime shipping is $5.74.
$13.95
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$19.69
So no, $19.69 is not cheaper than the $9.99 plus $4 shipping costs from Moto.
I ordered two packs, one for me, one for my daughter, total was like $26 after tax and shipping.

got myself a pack too, well, its for my girlfriend. Her S3 is always dying, so i thought this should help the problem a bit...

ballisticn8 said:
amazon link says $13.95 + free shipping on orders over $35... Unless you have amazon prime shipping is $5.74.
$13.95
+$5.74
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$19.69
So no, $19.69 is not cheaper than the $9.99 plus $4 shipping costs from Moto.
I ordered two packs, one for me, one for my daughter, total was like $26 after tax and shipping.
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The one on the moto site is a P793 with only 1400 mAh, while the one on the Amazon link is a P893 with over 1800 mAh. They're both too small to be of any real use, even @ only $10. I managed to grab a 5,000 mAh pack for $15 a while back.

At first I thought it was a super hot deal, but after researching about the products, they look like crap.
The battery is only 1400 mAh and according to a picture of the product, it only outputs 5V @ 500mA rate.
I also wanted the Bluetooth Smart Controller, but reading it, looks like it's pretty useless flop.
Flip Stand looked good as an original OEM device, but reading some reviews it's also crap.
The only thing I want is the HDMI cable, for times I want to hook up my phone to a TV, but one cable plus shipping, I don't think it's worth it.
edit: Got the HDMI cable while ordering moto bluetooth streaming device (was $20), it's actually a microHDMI to HDMI cable. This is not a microUSB-shape cable. Works for my XE-500T tablet though.

hp79 said:
At first I thought it was a super hot deal, but after researching about the products, they look like crap.
The battery is only 1400 mAh and according to a picture of the product, it only outputs 5V @ 500mA rate.
I also wanted the Bluetooth Smart Controller, but reading it, looks like it's pretty useless flop.
Flip Stand looked good as an original OEM device, but reading some reviews it's also crap.
The only thing I want is the HDMI cable, for times I want to hook up my phone to a TV, but one cable plus shipping, I don't think it's worth it.
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Yeah, I picked one up along with a couple of sets of $3 headphones. It is a low-capacity battery, but in decent packaging to carry in a briefcase or backpack. It certainly is not a multi-charge your device option, but if running low, it will get you through the day. This is my first phone that I can not carry a spare battery with me for - so this was a reasonable option at a cheap price. Obviously they are clearing these as they have the newer higher-capacity ones on the site.

I just bought the p4000 for 21 on eBay.. Kinda glad I did..
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recommendation for a portable charger?

hey guys!
im looking for a recommendation for a portable charger, like me i assume some of you prefer the cheap and smart solution rather than the pricy and branded solution (we are, after all, android people, and not apple) so i wanted to avoid big expensive brands, i looked at limefuel but im not sure i want to spend 30USD on this. (and shipping to israel is another 25USD)
looking for something new, small and simple that i can spend 10$-20$ on, that is compact enough to fit in my side pockets (for 3/4 pants and such) but something i can rely on to extend my battery life.
TL;DR
looking for a portable charger you've used and can recommend, under 20$
any recommendations will be welcome!
thanks!

Under 20 is gonna be a crap shoot. I use this one for backpacking and climbing trips. It's lighter than most solar chargers and I've had zero issues with it so far. It fully charges my N5 four times before it needs to be recharged.
http://www.amazon.com/RAVPower-Lightning-Thunderbolt-Incredible-connectors/dp/B00861BX7E/ref=sr_1_4?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1405791240&sr=1-4&keywords=rav+power+charger

For me I have a slew of portable chargers for my multiple devices, but I always revert to the Anker Slim ones. I have a 3200mAh one, my wife has claimed ownership of it so I had to buy another one. However, they don't make that older version, but now has the 4500mAh version. I always suggest these because they have a built in micro usb cable as well as usb ports to charge different devices.
I just ebayed it up and looks like they are running low on stock and I only see the 4500mAh version being sold for more than its worth lol. So hold off on it. I bought mine for $20 free shipping in the US.
Maybe get this? You can use your own cord, but the price is decent for 3000mAh. Not sure about shipping though.
http://www.amazon.com/Astro-Ultra-C...sim_pc_23?ie=UTF8&refRID=1HVN6JDJRF3C1CTBRJ5H

Here's a well reviewed one. It's 4800 MAH, so only 2 full recharges, but that'll probably get you through most trips..
http://www.amazon.com/Targus-Generation-Smartphones-Warranty-APB27US/dp/B005MR5GCI/ref=pd_ybh_4
Even cheaper at newegg if you're okay with refurb
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...5&cm_re=targus_battery-_-75-986-455-_-Product

I bought this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CW5359E/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's lipstick sized, and will only give you one charge, but it charges the phone very quickly. And is cheap.

I say spend a bit more and buy a quality Anker portable charger. Superb customer service in case you are having trouble with their portable batteries.