I’ve got plenty of these USB chargers floating around and I find them very useful honestly as you never know when you’re going to need the extra power. I try to keep my phone and other devices charged but I do forget from time to time just like everyone does. I haven’t had the chance to test any from Patriot, but they’ve just came out with two new ones in 6000mAh and 12000mAh capacities for $50 and $80. Full details below for you..
Patriot, a leading manufacturer of computer memory, USB/flash, and mobile accessories, introduces two new models to its popular FUEL+ family. FUEL+ offers efficient charging with the easy of portability for smartphones, tablets and other USB powered devices.
Consumers have become dependent on mobile devices and applications that drain more power than ever before. Patriot’s FUEL+ looks to offer a solution for low batteries, delivering both portability and performance. FUEL+’s new models provide users more solutions to fit their lifestyle.
FUEL+ 6000mAh and 12000mAh
Take it, Charge it, Fuel Up. FUEL+ features a portable design with two USB charging ports offering the option to simultaneously charge two devices. One port provides an industry leading 2.5A power output for the fastest charging on the market, perfect for charging larger devices such as tablets. The 6000mAh model can charge a smartphone up to four times before needed to be recharged while the 12000mAh can charge one up to eight times.
To safeguard against under-discharge, over-charge, and short-circuit, FUEL+ come with built-in protection to ensure efficient and safe charging cycles. FUEL+ also features pass through technology that enables the battery and device(s) to be charged simultaneously when plugged into a USB or wall outlet. There is a LED indicator to let the user know how much charge their portable charger contains. Fuel+ includes a micro USB to USB cable and comes charged and ready right out of the box.
“The most common problem with mobile phones is the constant need for power,” said Mike Chang, Product Manager at Patriot. “The new FUEL+ portable chargers offer the perfect solution. With the power to charge smartphones several times and the output to charge even the largest tablets, FUEL+ offers the performance and extra protection users need.”
Availability
The FUEL+ 6000mAh and FUEL+ 12000mAh are available now for an MSRP of $49.99 and $79.99 respectively.