Review of Proporta Travel Survival Kit... the Proporta portable USB charger with universal power options.
The Proporta USB charger is a fairly popular item on these boards; many people have commented favorably. I'm taking this opportunity to write a full review, so as to offer readers more information on the product.
Firstly, the device itself. The proporta battery charger is a slim white device, made of a durable plastic. It is the same height as the
n95, slightly wider, and somewhat thinner, measuring 3.9 x 2.4 x 0.6 inches and it weighs 120g or 4.2 oz
On one end is a silver plastic swivel tether (I'm not sure why they included this, I don't think you will see people with a proporta charger hanging around their neck!), the other (top side) houses the power input and output. Beyond that, there is a lighted microswitch on one side (green for fully powered or in charge-out mode, red for charge-in mode). Pretty simple, really.
While the Proporta USB charger is being charged, it will glow red. Once fully charged, it changes to green.
When charging other devices, it will glow green. Simply connect the device, and press the button. The Proporta USB charger will start to flash red when it runs low on power and needs to be recharged.
I concur with the other fans of the proporta USB charger - this is one handy little device.
Especially for
n95 users... we all know how this amazing technological wonder from Nokia drinks power! When using gps or wireless, the
n95 can drain itself dry in a couple of hours.
Solution... the Proporta USB charger.
Capable of recharging the
n95 3.6 times off a full charge, the Proporta USB charger is easy to slip into your pocket, tough enough to take the abuse, and simple enough for anyone to use... result... no more worries!
Now I carry it around in my pocket along with the retractable power cord that comes with it, and I can charge up my
n95 anytime, anywhere. At home, I can plug the Proporta USB charger into the supplied Proporta wall charger (or any usb port on my computer) and a couple of hours later, I'm ready to go again... for another couple of days using the
n95 all day, without worrying about the battery!
It's a small revolution, and as a product the Proporta USB charger is a small stroke of genius.
The travel survival kit comes with the Proporta USB charger, a retractable charge cable with tips to fit Nokia and Sony-Ericsson phones, as well as the Ipod. Additionally, there is a nifty universal wall charger with a variety of removeable prongs for different voltages and different countries, which has a USB connection on the back; and a car charger, also with a USB connection. The final cable is a standard USB to USB mini cable, which can connect either the call or wall charger to the Proporta USB charger, or directly charge the Proporta USB charger off of any computer USB port or any USB hub.
The Proporta USB charger arrives in the box with a 50-75% charge, so charging is quick and easy. With only one button to press, its simple and easy to use. Ports are clearly marked OUT and IN... it's pretty much idiotproof.
How could it be better?
Well, a rectracteable USB to USB mini cable would be nice. These are available aftermarket if you want one, of course...
As a device that is bound to get thrown around, stuffed into things, and dropped into crevices, I would like to see some sort of cover for the USB and mini USB ports. Either a simple plastic slider or a rubber plug would work well.
The ultimate test of the Proporta USB charger... is the simple fact that I take it everywhere. And so will you.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Price: $44.95
The Proporta USB charger Will recharge the
n95 approximately 3.6 times
Features:
5v 3400mAH
Charge anywhere, recharge anything - standard USB input and output
Comes with USB to Mini USB cable, and a retractable cable which is compatible with the following inter-changeable connector heads: 2 x Nokia, 1 x Sony Ericsson, 1 x iPod
Compact, slim and lightweight (measures just 100 x 62 x 15mm or 3.9 x 2.4 x 0.6 inches and weighs 120g or 4.2 oz)
Impressive 3400 mAH storage (recharge your devices several times)
Powerful 5v, 700mA output (enough for even the most power-hungry mobile devices)
Environmentally friendly (rechargeable)
LED charge and discharge indicator
Microswitch on/off selection
The Proporta Mobile Survival Kit includes the USB Mobile Device Charger (USB Rechargeable Battery). This product charges from any standard USB port (so it works with ALL Proporta power/charging products in your car, home or office) and stores an impressive 3400 mAh of power for when you need it.
Plug any USB powered mobile device (phone, iPod, digital camera etc.) into the battery's standard USB port and recharge anywhere. Even power hungry devices like the iPod 5G will recharge and play for up to three times longer when connected to the Proporta USB Mobile Device Charger (USB Rechargeable Battery) and you can recharge your mobile, Smartphone or PDA anywhere.
If you need another connector for your device, go to
PDA Cases Smartphone MP3 Player Cases | iPod Cases PDA Cables Accessories | Protective Case Manufacturer – Proporta.com and review their selection of connector heads.
Please note: The Proporta USB Mobile Device charger is not compatible with the Microsoft Zune.
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