Miccus ChargeBlock Mini Portable Battery Charger for iPhones/iPods - Black

by Miccus, Inc

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.4 x 0.7 x 1.2 inches ; 1.3 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002HHLOXG
• Item model number: CBFI-01
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)

Product Description

The ChargeBlock for iPhone/iPod is a necessity for an on-the-go lifestyle. This sleek, compact charger allows iPods/iPhones to be recharged anywhere at any time, even while still in use. Designed to be the smallest external iPod/iPhone battery on the market today, at just over one inch it feels like a natural extension of the phone. No worries about a bulky battery falling off, wearing on the doc connector because of a loose fit, or wires getting pulled; the ChargeBlock has a snug fit even when a hard case is used. Say goodbye to worries over a dead battery on long flights or road trips. Smart technology protects iPod/iPhone battery by preventing overcharging; three LED indicator lights signal remaining battery capacity and battery charging status. 1.24H x 2.41L x .68W. 1.3 ounces. For additional information and support, refer to miccus.com.

Customer Reviews

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Reasonable bang for your buck, February 7, 2010

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Joseph Lo (Durham NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Miccus ChargeBlock Mini Portable Battery Charger for iPhones/iPods - Black (Wireless Phone Accessory)

Had high hopes for this external battery. Some salient points:
- One of the cheapest external iPhone batteries. There seem to be better ones out there, but at $100 or more. I know the phone is actually worth a lot more than the $199/299 we pay up front, but psychologically it just seems odd to pay
half as much again on an external battery, esp. for something that is more likely to be lost.
- Fits the iPhone pretty well, same width but about 50% thicker so it's not flush. Connection feels solid but you will probably want to be careful that it doesn't get bent and damage the iPhone's connector.
- Charge is fair, enough to go from <10% (red) up to ~60% charged. For me, that's enough to get me out of a jam when I'm on the go and need to extend the life of the battery a few hours. Definitely doesn't charge the phone to 100% as some others have reviewed, maybe it's my 1.5 yr old iPhone battery that is the limiting factor, but then again, I imagine many people looking at this product are in my shoes as well.
- Doesn't hold a charge more than a few days, so you can't charge it and just leave it lying around ready for emergency use. But then again, haven't met a rechargeable battery where you could do that anyway, but still you can't help but want that.
- Nice connect-through USB feature so you can leave the battery on the phone and charge it and your phone at the same time. However, the USB port is on the back of the battery, so you would have to lay your phone face down, and turn it over and hold it in your hands every time you want to use it.

So I think you get the point. It's not bad for the price and I feel like it does the job, but it's not exactly a 4 or 5 star item either IMHO. I'm a little surprised at the nearly unanimous high ratings from others, so I guess YMMV.

27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you for keeping me connected, November 5, 2009

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rock hopper - See all my reviews

This review is from: Miccus ChargeBlock Mini Portable Battery Charger for iPhones/iPods - Black (Wireless Phone Accessory)

I work, volunteer, and am raising two children; needless to say, my phone is my lifeline. The miccus chargeblock has saved me many times when I have been out and about and my battery was running low. In the middle of the grocery store, at the soccer field, my meeting at the coffee shop, etc.,my life does not grind to a halt now when my battery runs out. I can stay connected.

I researched numerous options and selected the chargeblock due to its small size, seemingly good fit to the iPhone, and lack of cords. A picture is worth a thousand words: Other battery chargers appeared to "stick out" from the phone while the Chargeblock seemed like just an extension from the iPhone. After using it now for a few months, I can verify that the fit is great; I can use my iPhone no problem while it is charging without worrying that the Chargeblock will fall off or get jarred--even when my preschool-age daughter uses it and even with my hard case on my phone.

And I must add that it is nice to know how much "charge" is left by looking at the LED lights on the unit.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Works Great, but can't use Ipod Touch while charging, December 21, 2009

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Marie (Virginia USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Miccus ChargeBlock Mini Portable Battery Charger for iPhones/iPods - Black (Wireless Phone Accessory)

I purchased this as a spare charger for my 1st generation ipod touch when I am on the go. It packs a lot of charge in it. However, I was surprised to discover that I can't use headphones while it is charging my ipod. The other features (i.e., surfing the internet, etc.) work, but I think this is better for iphone users.