These days, we depend on our iPhones or Android smartphones more than ever. A lot of people can't afford to have a dead phone battery, especially if they're out and about. That's why it's so important to always carry an external battery pack with you, so this never happens. After all, if you're out and your phone is dead, you can't contact someone if an emergency arises and vice versa. Or if you're planning a trip to Disneyland nowadays, you have to make sure your phone is charged for not only all the pictures you'll take but for managing your tickets, ordering food and more.
Thankfully for you, my favorite power brand, Anker, makes some fantastic power banks like the Anker Nano Power Bank, which is back to its lowest-ever price on Amazon at $30, down from $40, during the Amazon Spring Sale.
So what makes the Anker Nano Power Bank my everyday go-to? For one, it comes in multiple colors, and they're all on sale. Sure, you could go with the standard black option, but Anker made sure to give everyone a choice, including icy blue, lilac, champagne gold and light green. So if you like to have a splash of color with your tech, Anker has you covered.
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Another thing that I really love about the Anker Nano is that you don't need to carry around a separate cable (unless you prefer that and choose the option without an integrated cable). But to make your life easier, Anker designed these battery packs with a built-in USB-C cable. It's one less thing to worry about, and the cable can even act as a way to carry the battery pack around if you choose to loop it around your bag strap.
The integrated cable can be used in two ways: to provide power in for the battery pack or to provide power out. And it has 30W USB-C Power Delivery for fast charging -- you can get a 50% charge in around 30 minutes. With a 10,000-mAh capacity, it can provide a few charges before you need to recharge it.
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Anker also put a smart display on the battery pack. This is one of my favorite features because it will tell you what the current battery level is, and it even displays how long it will take to fully charge the battery itself or the device. Of course, it may depend on things like if you're using your phone as it charges, but having this bit of information is nice for a general overview. Of course, Anker also added two ports on the side of the battery pack, one USB-C and one USB-A, so you can charge multiple devices simultaneously. As long as you remember to bring a cord, anyway.
I always have Anker Nano battery packs with me, especially when I'm visiting Disneyland. Whenever my iPhone 16 Pro battery goes below a certain threshold, I simply take the Nanao out and plug it in. Then, after about an hour at most, my phone is fully recharged and I'm ready for more Disney fun with my phone.
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Why this deal matters
Anker is a very popular brand when it comes to power products and accessories, and many people, including myself, trust the brand. The Anker Nano Power Bank is small, lightweight and has a beefy capacity for the price. There's a color for everyone, it has a built-in cable, smart display and 30-watt fast charging. This is the lowest price we've seen for this particular model, so if you need a battery pack, snatch this one up before it's gone.