Ever on the go, we're always interested to check out the
latest innovations in the world of mobile charging. We've previously taken alook at French tech company PNY and what they offer the modern mobile person to
keep their gadgets fully juiced, but now they've come along with three brand
new Powerpacks. We 'charge' straight in to test them.
First up, and as you might have guessed from those numbers,
the DCM2200 is the smallest of the three. It also provides the least amount of
charge, but that isn't to say it is a weak product, as the 2200 can provide up
to a full smartphone battery recharge (depending on your phone, mind). Compare
that to the micro-slim powerpacks we reviewed last year (from Proporta and Monster)
which only provide you with around a third of a charge, and we're coloured
impressed.
The DCM220 is also pretty unique as it features a fixed
micro USB connector on the top. It can therefore be directly attached to your
phone or tablet without the need for any wires, and thanks to the extra length
of the micro USB, you might not even have to remove your phone's protective
case.
The Powerpack T2600 is of a similar size to the previous, if
a little longer. There's no fixed USB here, and instead it ships with an
included short-length wire for both charging your kit and being charged itself.
The T2600 is tubular in design making it quite pleasing to hold and very easy
to store away in a handy pocket of your bag.
Although named after a higher number than the 2200, the 2600
also delivers around a full battery recharge (again, it all depends on your
phone) but did so a bit quicker than its little brother. There is also a
battery indicator light on this model, and with the press of the recessed
button you can easily see how much charge remains.
The M3000 will be of a more familiar design to readers of
this site, as it is shaped like the classic 'slab' powerpack. Unlike its two
smaller brothers, the M3000 has a bit of colour to it, with the black plastic
casing nicely bisected with a green band. Again you get a USB cable included to
charge up the device, but when it comes to recharging your gadgets on the go
you don't need no wire, my friends!
The M3000 features a pop-out micro USB
connector which is an absolute Godsend to those who already carry about too many
wires. Look at it; isn't it lovely? This larger model also offers the benefit of providing the
mobile user with the equivalent of two full battery recharges, making it
perfect for long trips and people with multiple devices.
All-in-all, we're very impressed with PNY's new powerpacks, both in terms of performance and looks. And, as is always the case with PNY, the price is more than attractive. Check 'em out.
DCM2200 £19.99
T2600 £11.99
M3000 19.99
Visit www.pny.com