Like many people, I’m an Apple guy caught in transition limbo. One of my phones along with my Bluetooth speaker and many other gadgets use a USB-C cable for charging. But my iPads, AirPods and back-up phone require the Lightning cable.The Qecvec portable power bank seemed like the right device at the right time. It has two built-n cables, one with a C tip and one with Lightning. Plus there’s a spot to attach a full-sized USB-A cable for more flexibility and another for a USB C PD.
The PD wasn’t friendly with my MacBook Air - the meter went down instead of up - but the pull-out C cable delivered about 25 percent in about three hours. And the Lightning has proved to be a fine refueling option for my full-sized iPad.
Charging the laptop consumed about 60% of the power bank’s fuel tank. I know that because the charger has a digital display that gives you a percentage readout when you tap a button on the side of the unit.
The charger is a little smaller but slightly thicker and heavier than my phone. It’s small and light enough to carry in a pocket or backpack. I’ve been using it in the zipper bag attached to my handlebars of my e-bike. I can easily charge either of my phones and my earbuds on long rides. Too bad it can’t also charge the bike.
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Written by Ric Manning
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