August 9, 2025

Low-battery anxiety, be gone

Our three picks for the best portable chargers and power banks, two of which are plugged into a MacBook and an iPhone.

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Whether you're a glued-to-your-screen smartphone user who never makes it through the day on a full charge, or you anticipate needing an occasional battery boost while you traverse across campus this fall, power banks are a good remedy for low-battery anxiety. After putting in hundreds of hours of research and testing, our tech experts recommend three speedy little gadgets — all of which are light enough to carry around in a pocket, purse, or school backpack.

The very best power banks for phones, tablets, and more→

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