Anker PowerCore+ Mini, 3350mAh Lipstick-Sized Portable Charger (Premium Aluminum Power Bank), One of The Most Compact External Batteries, Compatible with iPhone Xs/XR, Android Smartphones and More
Connector Type | Lightning, Micro USB |
Brand | Anker |
Battery Capacity | 3350 Milliampere Hour (mAh) |
Color | Black |
Special Feature | Portable Charger,Travel |
About this item
- The Anker Advantage: Join the 50 million+ powered by our leading technology.
- High-Speed Charging: PowerIQ detects your device to deliver its fastest possible charge speed up to 1 amp. (Press the power button before charging your device.)
- Ultra-Compact: Our original lipstick-shaped aluminum design (3.7 × 0.9 × 0.9in, 3oz). Recharges in 3-4 hours with a 1 amp adapter (not included) and the included Micro USB cable. 2 amp Input.
- Backup Battery Life: Adds over one charge to an iPhone 6s or at least 80% to the Galaxy S6 and other high-power smartphones.
- What You Get: Anker PowerCore+ mini portable charger, Micro USB cable, travel pouch, welcome guide, our fan-favorite 18-month warranty, and friendly customer service. Lightning cable for iPhone / iPad sold separately.
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For traveling | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 3.9 | — |
Charging power | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 3.8 | — |
Battery life | 3.6 | 4.2 | 3.7 | 4.2 | 3.7 | — |
Light weight | — | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.1 | — |
Value for money | — | — | 3.3 | 3.8 | 4.0 | — |
Sold By | — | AnkerDirect | senbaius | SongXi-US | SongXi-US | BayuKeji |
capacity | 3350 milliampere hour | 5200 milliamp hours | 10800 milliamp hours | 5000 milliamp hours | 5000 milliamp hours | 27000 milliamp hours |
connector type | Lightning, Micro USB | usb | Micro USB, USB Type A, USB Type C | USB Type C | Micro USB | — |
number of ports | 6 | 2 | — | — | 2 | 4 |
compatible devices | lg g2, samsung galaxy s6, apple iphone 6, google nexus 7 | iPhone 15/15 Plus/15 Pro/15 Pro Max, iPhone 14/13 Series, Samsung, Google Pixel, LG, and More | iPhone 13/13 Pro max/13 Pro/13 Mini/12/12 Pro Max/12 Pro/12 Mini/11/11 Pro max/11 Pro/11 Mini/XR/X/8 Plus/7 Plus/6s/6/7/8/SE etc;, Samsung Galaxy (S22 Ultra/S22+/S22/S21 Ultra/S21+/S21/S20 Ultra/S20+/S20/S10/S10+/S9/S8/S7/S6/Note20 Ultra/Note20/A53/A52/A51/Z Flip/Z Fold/F52/W22/W21 etc.), Moto edge S30/X30/s Pro/s/G7 Plus/p30 note etc., Google Pixel, LG, iPad Tablet, Bluetooth Headphone, Speaker, Fitness Tracker, Smart Watch and other USB-charged Electronic Devices. | iphone | iphone,phone | Laptop, Camera, Drone |
voltage | 5 volts | 5 volts | 5 volts | 5 volts | 5 volts | 110 volts of alternating current |
battery charge time | 4 hours | 2 hours | — | — | 2 hours | 2 hours |
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PowerCore
Probably our most popular charging series—ever. And the evolution of one of Amazon’s best-selling portable chargers of all time. With faster charging, more advanced technology and even better portability.
This is the world’s benchmark portable charging series.
PowerCore+ mini
Emergency backup power for your phone, in an astoundingly compact size. No larger than a tube of lipstick, this portable charger packs enough juice to charge a flagship smartphone from empty to 80%.
- Ultra-Compact
- Premium Components
- Exclusive Charging Technology
- MultiProtect Safety System
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Backup BatteryContains enough power to charge flagship phones from empty to 80%. |
Ultra-CompactLipstick-sized to fit perfectly in any purse, palm, pack, or pocket. |
PowerIQDetect and deliver an optimized charge to all your devices with Anker’s world-famous PowerIQ technology. |
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LED Power ButtonA friendly glowing LED shows your charging status. Press to begin charging your connected device. |
MultiProtectA exclusive suite of advanced safety features keep you and your devices protected. |
The Anker AdvantageHigh-speed charging. Advanced technology. Join our family of over 50 million happy users, and change the way you charge. |
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Charging Technology | PowerIQ | PowerIQ | PowerIQ | PowerIQ | PowerIQ | PowerIQ |
# of iPhone 6s charges | 1.2 | 2 | 2 | 4.4 | 7.3 | 9.7 |
# of iPad mini 4 charges | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 1.3 | 2.5 | 3 |
# of Samsung S6 charges | 0.8 | 1.5 | 1.3 | 2.2 | 5.2 | 6.9 |
# of USB Charging Ports | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Output | 5V=1A | 5V=2A | 5V=2A | 5V=2.4A | 5V=4.8A (2.4A max per port) | 5V=6A (3A max per port) |
Max Input | 1A | 2A | 2A | 2A | 2A | 4A (dual input) |
Color | Black, Blue, Pink, Gold | Black, Blue, Red | Black, White | Black, White | Black, White | Black |
Size | 3.7 x 0.9 x 0.9in | 4.9 x 2.5 x 0.4in | 4.2 x 1.3 x 1.3in | 3.6 x 2.3 x 0.9in | 6.5 x 2.3 x 0.9in | 7 x 3.1 x 0.9in |
Weight | 80g/2.8oz | 126g/4.27oz | 136g/4.8oz | 180g/6.35oz | 356g/12.56oz | 490g/17.28oz |
Product information
Product Dimensions | 3.74 x 0.91 x 0.91 inches |
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Item Weight | 3 ounces |
ASIN | B005X1Y7I2 |
Item model number | A1104 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
OS | Any |
Special features | Portable Charger,Travel |
Other display features | Wireless |
Color | Black |
Whats in the box | Battery |
Manufacturer | Anker |
Date First Available | February 26, 2013 |
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Product Description
Anker PowerCore+ mini
The often copied but never equalled lipstick-shaped portable charger is now better than ever.
From Anker, America's Leading Charging Brand
Faster and safer charging with our leading technology
30 million+ happy users and counting
Same Size, Better Performance
The original lipstick tube design. Now upgraded with premium quality battery cells to ensure superior performance and safety.
PowerIQ
Intelligent high-speed charging for all your devices.
Convenient LED Indicator
Light lets you know how much juice is left.
MultiProtect Safety System
Surge protection, short circuit protection and premium LG battery cells keep you and your devices safe.
World Famous Warranty
At Anker, we believe in our products. That's why we back them all with an 18-month warranty and provide friendly, easy-to-reach support.
Notes:
Use the included Micro-USB cable, your original cable or a third-party certified one (such as MFi); AC adapter not included.
Please use your original Apple charging cable (not included) to charge Apple products.
Compatible with most USB-charged devices, including iPhone 8 / X / XS / XS Max / XR (Lightning cable required), Android
smartphones and tablets (including the Nexus 7).
Not compatible with the iPod nano, iPod Classic; Not for devices with an input below 50mA (e.g. some Bluetooth headsets and GPS devices).
To enable USB-A output, press the button below the output before connecting your device.
The rated capacity (minimum output) is 2010mAh.
What's in the Box
1 Anker PowerCore+ mini portable charger
1 Micro USB cable
1 travel pouch
1 welcome guide
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Customers like the performance, fit and portability of the power bank. For example, they mention it's an excellent product that performs fine, it fits comfortably in their pocket and it'll fit into their pocket easily. They also like the usefulness, value, and ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on charging and quality.
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Customers like the performance of the power bank. They say it appears to perform fine, charges in about two hours, and has no problems. Customers are also impressed by the quality, ease of use, and price ratio of the product. They mention that the lipstick tube design uses the highest quality battery cells from Panasonic, and the operation is clever. The product is put together well, feels very solid, and keeps the phone charged. The brushed aluminum looks high quality, and it makes a great stocking stuffer.
"...charger to go further between charges but have been more than impressed by the quality/ease of use to price ratio of the Anker PowerCore plus mini...." Read more
"...LOL.Product is put together well, feels very solid, and keeps the phone charged, at least 1 to 1.5 times..." Read more
"...She seems rather happy with it and it works well.Pros:++ Tiny!++ Lightweight..." Read more
"...I've only used it a few times, and so far it's working well. I fully charged it using the included 2-ft...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the charging of the power bank. Some mention that it charges their cell very quickly, intelligently charges their device as fast as their device allows, and provides slightly more charging capacity. However, others say that it didn't charge as quickly as they would have liked, the battery takes forever to charge, and they've experienced issues with faulty chargers.
"...It intelligently charges your device as fast as your device allows which is great because over charging or rapid charging batteries can seriously..." Read more
"...A short, coiled, charging cable is included...." Read more
"...This also limits the charging options - you're limited to a single device and only 1A/5V. Not a huge issue really and it's to be known when buying..." Read more
"...My favorite feature is that the Mini outputs 1 full Amp of charging power. You'll find most USB chargers, wall chargers, etc.,..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the fit of the power bank. They mention that it is compact, feels solid, and fits comfortably in their pocket. Some say that it's the most compact external battery using high-quality Panasonic cells.
"...The mini is small and light weight enough that I've taken it camping/backpacking too...." Read more
"...The compact size really helps in that regard...." Read more
"...Pros:++ Tiny!++ Lightweight++ Enough battery to charge most phones+ includes charging cableCons:--..." Read more
"...It's a little larger than a lipstick, but still small enough for a pocket or small purse...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the power bank. Some mention that it feels heavy duty, is reliable, and is beautifully crafted. However, others say that they're not getting a full charge after a week of use, and that the battery has lost considerable power.
"...Thanks Anker for making great, reliable, high quality, and affordable products! Keep it up and I'm a customer for life." Read more
"...Pros:++ Tiny!++ Lightweight++ Enough battery to charge most phones+ includes charging cableCons:--..." Read more
"...devices and the micro-USB port for charging Anker itself are very closely placed, so you can't do both... it might sound pointless, but if they were..." Read more
"...I'm impressed that the Anker held enough charge after almost a week to fully charge the Kindle Paperwhite and partially (maybe 30%) charge the Fire..." Read more
Customers like the portability of the power bank. They mention it's light enough to carry around, and easy to use. Some say it'll fit in their pocket easily. Overall, customers find it to be a convenient and lightweight product that is easy to carry all day.
"...is amazing but even more incredible when I can do it with a lightweight, affordable, and reliable piece of gear like the PowerCore Plus Mini...." Read more
"...It's very easy to carry, light enough (could be lighter, but that will probably sacrifice capacity)...." Read more
"...Pros:++ Tiny!++ Lightweight++ Enough battery to charge most phones+ includes charging cableCons:--..." Read more
"...This is one gadget that's actually very useful and easy to carry...." Read more
Customers find the power bank ridiculously handy, sturdy, and a useful pouch accessory. They say it's great to keep around for when your phone drains, and to throw in a bookbag or purse. Customers also say it’s the perfect product to grab when heading to the supermarket.
"...This is one gadget that's actually very useful and easy to carry...." Read more
"...and it communicates, GPS, Bluetooth and wireless and talks to several connected devices from music, to tower audio to WASS GPS and ADS-B connectivity..." Read more
"...Summery: This is the perfect product to grab when heading to the supermarket and realizing your phone is at 3%...." Read more
"...It's great to throw in a bookbag or my wife's purse when I'm with her, but for everyday use when I don't carry a bag with me it just isn't feasible...." Read more
Customers like the value of the power bank. They mention it's a great value for the cost, and a good price for a portable charger. Some appreciate the fantastic value engineering that went into the device.
"...but even more incredible when I can do it with a lightweight, affordable, and reliable piece of gear like the PowerCore Plus Mini...." Read more
"...It's not too expensive and makes a really good gift...." Read more
"...prefer a little more power - but for the price, this is still the best value. I use it VERY hard every day charging mostly an iPhone 5...." Read more
"...Overall great price for a superb product! Did I mention how friendly and receptive they are to their customers?..." Read more
Customers find the power bank easy to use. They mention it's compact, convenient, and responsive. They appreciate the clear instructions and the carry bag. Customers also mention that the connections are secure and no cords fell out when things were picked up.
"...It's very easy to understand and use...." Read more
"...It does great at phone charging, totally convenient and invisible in a jacket or pants pocket...." Read more
"...It's light, easy to use and appear fairly rugged...." Read more
"...Pros:Compact and highly portableEasy to useCons:..." Read more
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The size of the charger is a cylindrical tube 3.75 inches long by 0.8 inches in diameter. It has an aluminum body that feels robust and well-made. It's coated with a matte black powder coat finish. My unit came with a black mesh bag w/drawstring and a USB to micro-USB 24 inch long (23.5 inch of useable length) charging cable. The mini charger has a micro USB input port and a regular USB output port. Just push the LED status button to see Green (50-100%) indicator light, Yellow (25-49%), or Red (below 24%) to see the level of charge of the unit or to activate the unit to send power to the device you want to charge. The indicator light stays on and shows its capacity of charge remaining while charging. It's very easy to understand and use.
The mini is small and light weight enough that I've taken it camping/backpacking too. I plug it into wall power before I leave and I'm good for a full charge anywhere in the field when I need it. I've got a rechargeable headlamp that plugs right into the USB of the mini and charges during the day inside my pack when I'm not using it. Same for my GPS, I plug its cable in to the mini charger and it lights right up for use- any power that isn't running the GPS gets funneled back to the NiMH batteries in it and it slowly charges. This is a great feeling to know that I'm not going to run out of battery power on the devices I need and use daily whether in the field or around the city. I recharge my PowerCore plus mini with the dual port Anker PowerPort Solar 21W solar charger at the same time as my phone if I'm out for a couple days or more which lets me recharge at night or on the move. I've begun researching the 800 mile Arizona Trail that spans the North/South distance of my state from Mexico to Utah and will be using a battery powered personal satellite transmitter to let my family and friends track my position via the web and let's me have access to emergency responders if I get into a life and death situation. All these devices would require literally pounds worth of spare batteries where this system mere ounces. The fact that I can keep power to all my stuff when I might be days away from civilization is amazing but even more incredible when I can do it with a lightweight, affordable, and reliable piece of gear like the PowerCore Plus Mini. Maybe power in the field isn't important to you but tell me your phone has never run out when you need it most! I know mine has. This gives that peace of mind that is well worth $10.
I'm considering upgrading to the Anker 5000mAh version portable charger to go further between charges but have been more than impressed by the quality/ease of use to price ratio of the Anker PowerCore plus mini. I highly recommend it, you will use it often and I don't want to be caught without it. Thanks Anker for making great, reliable, high quality, and affordable products! Keep it up and I'm a customer for life.
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2016
The size of the charger is a cylindrical tube 3.75 inches long by 0.8 inches in diameter. It has an aluminum body that feels robust and well-made. It's coated with a matte black powder coat finish. My unit came with a black mesh bag w/drawstring and a USB to micro-USB 24 inch long (23.5 inch of useable length) charging cable. The mini charger has a micro USB input port and a regular USB output port. Just push the LED status button to see Green (50-100%) indicator light, Yellow (25-49%), or Red (below 24%) to see the level of charge of the unit or to activate the unit to send power to the device you want to charge. The indicator light stays on and shows its capacity of charge remaining while charging. It's very easy to understand and use.
The mini is small and light weight enough that I've taken it camping/backpacking too. I plug it into wall power before I leave and I'm good for a full charge anywhere in the field when I need it. I've got a rechargeable headlamp that plugs right into the USB of the mini and charges during the day inside my pack when I'm not using it. Same for my GPS, I plug its cable in to the mini charger and it lights right up for use- any power that isn't running the GPS gets funneled back to the NiMH batteries in it and it slowly charges. This is a great feeling to know that I'm not going to run out of battery power on the devices I need and use daily whether in the field or around the city. I recharge my PowerCore plus mini with the dual port Anker PowerPort Solar 21W solar charger at the same time as my phone if I'm out for a couple days or more which lets me recharge at night or on the move. I've begun researching the 800 mile Arizona Trail that spans the North/South distance of my state from Mexico to Utah and will be using a battery powered personal satellite transmitter to let my family and friends track my position via the web and let's me have access to emergency responders if I get into a life and death situation. All these devices would require literally pounds worth of spare batteries where this system mere ounces. The fact that I can keep power to all my stuff when I might be days away from civilization is amazing but even more incredible when I can do it with a lightweight, affordable, and reliable piece of gear like the PowerCore Plus Mini. Maybe power in the field isn't important to you but tell me your phone has never run out when you need it most! I know mine has. This gives that peace of mind that is well worth $10.
I'm considering upgrading to the Anker 5000mAh version portable charger to go further between charges but have been more than impressed by the quality/ease of use to price ratio of the Anker PowerCore plus mini. I highly recommend it, you will use it often and I don't want to be caught without it. Thanks Anker for making great, reliable, high quality, and affordable products! Keep it up and I'm a customer for life.
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Product is put together well, feels very solid, and keeps the phone charged, at least 1 to 1.5 times (though that really depends on the capacity of the battery in your phone). It's very easy to carry, light enough (could be lighter, but that will probably sacrifice capacity). Charging is done via a micro-usb port, which is great b/c I carry devices that already use micro USB. No special wires to carry, no proprietary wires to carry (you hear that apple??). Charging the phone may take longer than when charging from AC; it's best if you just plug it in and then shove it back into your pocket/purse and just forget about it. The compact size really helps in that regard.
A short, coiled, charging cable is included. One side is full-sized USB male, and the other side has a detachable end where you can swap out the tip with plugs for micro-usb, mini-usb, apple (pre-ip5), and a couple of other weird-looking plugs. This same cable to charge your device can also be used to charge Anker itself, though in my use, I've found it easier to just carry a 3ft micro-usb cable rather than to carry the coiled one that comes with Anker. Iphone users - It does NOT include a plug for the iphone lightning cable so if you have an iphone 5 or later, you'll need to carry a separate lighting cable, meaning, you'll need to carry a micro-USB cable for charging this device AND a lightning cable for charging your iphone. Poop but you can blame Apple for creating a proprietary connector instead of using the industry-standard micro-USB (I have an Android device so not an issue for me :)
The full-sized USB port for charging devices and the micro-USB port for charging Anker itself are very closely placed, so you can't do both... it might sound pointless, but if they were placed farther apart, you wouldn't necessarily have to pull one out for the other.
As with Anker products, it's fantastically packaged and Anker really cares about customer satisfaction. You will receive a polite email asking you to leave a review. And as you can see from countless other reviews, they usually respond immediately to any negative customer experiences and really try to resolve the issues right away. I like their approach a lot - sure, they might lose a few bucks with some customers but that contributes to their overall success. B/c of their excellent customer service record, I also purchased Anker-branded spare batteries for my phone even though the Anker cost a few bucks more (why get this charger then? LOL).
I bought the 2600mah version but I see that the product now says 3000mah. Not sure whether it's just updated specs on paper or the actual capacity has changed. Also this product looks a lot like many other "lipstick" chargers out there, especially those on Facebook ads - the 2 for $18 deals. I'm not sure if they are comparable in quality and longevity but I can say if something goes wrong with Anker, they will take care of it.
The only thing that I find really annoying is that once you plug the charger to the phone, you need press the little button to begin charge. It's not that big a deal, however, when I'm out and about, I typically have the charger in my pocket. When I use the phone, I will disconnect the cable sometimes and when I reconnect it, then I need to take the charger out of my pocket and press that little button again and I have to do this every time I disconnect. It would be better if the unit can begin charging as soon as you plug the cable to a phone.
Side note: I paid $20 for my 2600mah charger.
[Update]: The 3000mah version says "Apple Adapters- 30 pin and Lightning, NOT Included" so I guess no Apple connectors are included, even the old, pre-iphone 5 adapters.
[Update 12/2013]: I've purchased 4 more of this charger to give as Christmas gifts. It's not too expensive and makes a really good gift. As long as Anker continues to stand by their products with excellent customer service, I will continue to be their customer.
[Update 8/2014]: My charger is still working fine. Lately though, I've been feeling that this Anker was getting long in the tooth for not having a built-in flash light (LED) feature that you see in many other competing lipstick chargers these days. So I was about to knock off a star from the Anker model BUT found that these flashlight versions are almost an inch taller. So your pick - shorter and more compact version with no flashlight (Anker) or taller ones with flashlight.
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The Astro Mini is a portable power source which can be used to charge a wide variety of different devices. The best thing about it, is the size. It truly is the size of my wife's lipstick. So that makes it extremely portable. The device feels solid, not flimsy like other external power sources. It has an all metal design and feels like it could take a beating. To charge the device is simple - just plug it into any micro USB travel adapter (which is not included, but for $25 who cares). It takes 4-5 hours to fully charge and keeps its charge. It contains 2600 mAh which is enough for one full charge (while the phone is still on) of my smart phone. It comes with a cable that has a variety of adapters which can plug into either an iPhone (sorry no iphone 5 adapter with this model), Blackberry or Android phone. While it is charging the device (which is the same time as a travel charger - for me 5 hours from a completely depleted battery), you can still use your phone. It is very simple to use. After getting this product, I bought a few more for family and friends.
Overall this is a great product. Well made, reliable, and best of all... reasonably priced. I must say, someone at Anker was thinking when they came up with this product. Highly recommend this product to all individuals with smartphones and are heavy users!
Excellent, excellent, excellent.
Nice compact size.
This will push a MAXIMUM of 3,000 mAh to your device(s), but it will do so 1,000 mAh (note that through use, the overall capacity will slowly degrade) at a time. If you want something where you can just plug it in and have peace of mind knowing it IS running, you may want to look elsewhere.
However, if you see the appeal in something that that operates in smaller, user-initiated bursts, this may be for you. While I get smaller individual charges (I can still use the entire charger battery if I want to, just requires I check on it periodically to see if the previous cycle finished), I rarely need to use all three that this product contains, meaning less charge/discharge cycles. In laymans terms: The lessened, but arguably more reasonable use I get through the bursts will likely prolong the lifespan of my purchase. Less cycles = less degradation of the internal power cell.
For reference, the Samsung Galaxy S4 uses a 2,600 mAh battery. iPhone batteries have ranged from 1,150 mAh to 1,570 mAh over the years. The Motorola Droid Maxx, a device that has the Maxx added to its name for battery capacity more than anything, has a battery rated at 3,500 mAh.
Oh, and the construction is sturdy and solid. It's unnecessary for something like this, but it is appreciated.