APC BACK-UPS BK650-AS USB 650VA
My new desktop's Corsair SF750 PSU kept failing, even tripping power three times before dying, despite the PC being off. To protect against such power issues going forward, I picked up the APC BACK-UPS BK650-AS 650VA.
Battery & Power
Power banks, wireless chargers, and charging docks that keep my devices topped up.
HyperJuice 100W GaN USB-C Charger
The HyperJuice 100W GaN USB-C Charger is a four-port charger that began on Kickstarter, raising over US$2.2 million by December 2019. As an early-bird backer I paid US$49, and impressively for Kickstarter, it shipped on time.
Smatree Battery For GoPro HERO4
With my GoPro HERO7 Black replacing my five-year-old HERO4 Black, whose battery had failed, I debated whether a S$18 Smatree replacement battery was worth it. I eventually bought it during Lazada's 12/12 sales.
GoPro Head Strap + QuickClip
Adding to my GoPro mounts, I picked up the Head Strap + QuickClip during Lazada's 12/12 sales for S$36, a 10% discount off the S$40 RRP. The adjustable head strap can mount a GoPro headlamp-style.
Telesin 3-Channel Charging Box With Batteries For GoPro Hero 7
I bought the Telesin 3-Channel Charging Box with three batteries for my GoPro Hero 7 Black. After 11/11 pricing and a voucher, I paid S$43.90, down from S$52.90. The batteries also work with the Hero 5 and 6.
Energea TravelLite PD+
The Energea TravelLite PD+ is an Energea travel adapter, sold in Europe and UK variants, both S$50 in white only. Unlike the TravelWorld, it has no pass-through socket, just two ports including an 18W USB-A.
Energea TravelWorld Adapter PD
The Energea TravelWorld Adapter PD is the brand's latest travel adapter, retailing for S$49. It outputs 42W, with a USB-C PD/QC 3.0 port and USB-A ports, plus a universal socket and a carrying case.
Energea ComPac Wireless PD
The Energea ComPac Wireless PD is one of Energea's power banks, retailing for S$69 in Gunmetal and Black. This 10,000mAh pack supports USB-C Power Delivery, Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0, and wireless charging, weighing 185g.
Passport Go
The Passport Go is my third Zendure Passport travel adapter, after the Passport and Passport Pro. Like its predecessors, it began on Kickstarter, raising US$271,092 from 5,323 backers, and shipped to me in September 2019.
Zendure SuperTank & SuperPort 4
The Zendure SuperTank & SuperPort 4 began on Kickstarter, raising US$380,943 from 3,293 backers. I pledged at the US$148 bundle level with free shipping to Singapore. Funded in March 2019, it shipped to me that August.
Xiaomi Mi 10,000mAh Wireless Power Bank
The Xiaomi Mi 10,000mAh Wireless Power Bank is the wireless version of the 3rd-generation Mi Power Bank, officially CN¥149, about S$30. Not sold officially here, I got it from Souky on Lazada for S$30.
Choetech 15W Wireless Charger Stand
The Choetech 15W Wireless Charger Stand retails for S$36.90 on Lazada. With two coils, it charges your phone in portrait or landscape, and supports four speed tiers, 15W, 10W, 7.5W, and 5W, with over-charge and over-temperature protection.
Choetech USB Wall Charger With Quick Charge 3.0
The Choetech USB Wall Charger with Quick Charge 3.0 retails for S$14.90 on Lazada. Despite the listing showing a US plug, the Singapore version ships with a fixed UK plug. It's a no-frills 18W QC 3.0 USB-A charger.
Xiaomi Alkaline Batteries
Xiaomi Alkaline Batteries come in AA and AAA, known in China as No. 5 and No. 7. Each pack of ten costs about S$2, just S$0.20 a battery. Once sold in Singapore Mi stores, they quietly vanished.
Xiaomi 20W Wireless Charger Set
On my first business trip to Shanghai, I visited the Mi Store and bought the Xiaomi High Speed Wireless Charger Set for around S$30. It bundles a 27W USB-A charger and a 20W wireless charger.
Xiaomi Mi 10,000mAh Power Bank (3rd Generation)
I bought the third-generation Xiaomi Mi 10,000mAh Power Bank from Lazada during a mid-year flash sale for just S$19.90, down from S$28. Available in silver or black, I chose black; a key upgrade this generation is USB-C input.
Choetech 5 Coils Dual Fast Wireless Charging Pad
The Choetech 5 Coils Dual Fast Wireless Charging Pad retails for S$39.90. It's the upgraded version of the Dual 5W pad I've used reliably in the office, so I got this faster one for home.
Nomad Base Station Apple Watch Edition
The Nomad Base Station comes in Hub and Apple Watch editions. The Hub adds a 7.5W USB-A and 18W USB-C PD port for two more devices, while the Apple Watch Edition has only an Apple Watch charger.
Ugreen Portable Apple Watch Charger
The Ugreen Portable Apple Watch Charger is an MFi-certified charger weighing 33g, outputting 1A and compatible with all Apple Watch series. Lulu Look sells it for US$39.99, and a top loop lets you hang it.
HyperDrive USB-C Hub For iPad Pro 2018
The HyperDrive USB-C Hub for the 2018 iPad Pro is a USB 3.1 Gen 2 hub for the 11-inch and 12.9-inch models, in a CNC aluminium enclosure. It began as a Kickstarter that raised over US$1.1 million.
Innergie 60C USB-C Laptop Adapter
The Innergie 60C USB-C laptop adapter, after a Kickstarter raising US$312,227, is now on sale on Amazon. As a backer I received mine months earlier, but Innergie kindly sent the retail-packaged version too.
Choetech USB-C Dual 5W Wireless Charging Pad
The Choetech USB-C Dual 5W Wireless Charging Pad combines two 5W wireless chargers in one unit, powered by a single USB-C port. It measures 220x90x14mm, weighs 150g, and has anti-slip silicone on both surfaces.