Top 10 reasons to buy a power bank

Portable power banks and phone chargers have enjoyed a meteoric rise in popularity over the past few years. They've become one of the most popular electronic gadgets money can buy.

We're becoming increasingly dependent on our phones and other devices to get us through the day—batteries running flat is a problem we can probably all relate to. If you’re thinking of taking the plunge and buying your first ever portable power bank, read our guide to learn about these useful gadgets and how to find the best portable power bank for your needs.

#1 For travelers

We love to travel here at Power Bank Expert, but long gone are the days of traveling with nothing but a change of clothes, toiletries, and accessories. My backpack right now contains the following electronic goodies: MacBook Pro, Kindle Paperwhite, Olympus 4/3 digital camera, JBL portable travel speaker, iPod Touch, Nexus 5 and an iPad Air.

Travelling is all about the journey, and that often means spending a long time on a train/plane/bus/car, not to mention all the time spent waiting around at airports, bus stations and train stations. More often than not, you don't have any access to a powerpoint to recharge your devices. A portable power bank will solve your flat battery blues.

Today’s portable power banks come in truly travel-friendly sizes. 

#2 For gamers

In 2016, mobile gaming revenue was set to overtake PC and console revenue for the first time. There are so many great titles to choose from, including Candy Crush Saga, Clash of Clans, Angry Birds or Temple Run. And unless you’ve been living underneath a rock, you can’t have missed the Pokemon Go craze that's been storming the world! The game has surged in popularity and has resulted in some really strange stories from people stumbling upon things as they've walked around playing the game, from helping police catch a murder suspect, to a cheating boyfriend getting caught out. Check out some more crazy stories here.

One thing all these mobile games have in common is their capacity to kill your cell phone’s battery! As Pokemon Go encourages players to get out and about in some pretty random and interesting places, running out of batteries has turned into a really big problem for millions of people the world over. The last thing you want is a dead battery when you find that elusive Pokemon! To ensure you don’t miss out, a portable power bank could be a really good investment.

#3 For portability

Many people do not realize how small portable power banks and phone chargers are these days. Many are small enough to fit in a pocket or purse. All but the most industrial-strength devices are portable enough to fit easily in a backpack or shoulder bag.

#4 For commuters

I used to have a 1.25-hour train ride to and from work every day. I wish I’d owned a portable power bank back then! When you’re packed onto a train or a bus, your options for killing time are pretty limited. Your smartphone, tablet or laptop can help make that journey absolutely fly by, but you don't want your battery to be red lining by the time you reach your destination to start your work day. With a portable power bank, you can catch up on Game of Thrones, browse Facebook or read the latest news, and still keep your battery topped up and ready to go for the rest of your day.

#5 For camping / hiking / fishing

There’s nothing better than escaping into the great outdoors, but what if you want to stay connected to the digital world while enjoying all that nature has to offer? You might want to upload your pictures to Instagram, keep your portable speaker playing tunes, or recharge your camera’s batteries. Here’s where a portable power bank can come into its own.

Any portable power bank or phone charger fits the bill for a trip into the great outdoors, but there are some portable power banks that are purpose-built for the task. 

Or why not keep your electronics charged, and be environmentally friendly at the same time and buy a solar portable charger? 

#6 For FOMO

FOMO, or Fear Of Missing Out, is an emotion you’ve probably experienced before. It's been amplified in our digital age, and FOMO can quickly turn from fear to reality if you’ve run out of battery! If your cell phone battery is dead, you could miss a call about that important job you just applied for. Or maybe someone cute just sent you a message on Tinder? Don't miss your chance to reply! Eliminate electronic FOMO and buy a portable power bank to keep your digital life always available.

#7 For music festivals

There’s nothing much more fun than a multi-day music festival, camping with your friends and watching your favorite bands play. If you don't bring your own power pack, you'll be familiar with the search for a charger. Keeping your batteries charged means you can find your friends when you inevitably lose each other, keep playing music back at your tent once the bands are finished for the night, and keep posting pictures and videos to make all your friends jealous. Make a portable power bank your travel companion for this summer festival season!

#8 For your job

Apart from being very useful in your personal life, portable power banks may be incredibly helpful for your working life as well. Here are a few careers that will really benefit from the purchase of a portable power bank:

• Photographers can keep their camera’s batteries juiced up when they’re out on a shoot.
• Real estate agents are constantly driving all over their home towns, showing clients properties, and are always on their phone.
• A job in sales often involves significant amounts of travel, as well as heavy use of laptops, phones, and tablets.
• People working in trades such as plumbers, electricians, and plumbers need to drive from job site to job site and are often away from sources of power for long stretches of time.
• Small business owners can run their entire business from their phone these days, but that means it has to stay charged. Being the owner often necessitates significant amounts of travel.
• Students depend on their electronic devises for note-taking and research. Having your laptop or tablet die in the midde of a lecture could really set you back. A portable power bank will make that a problem of the past!
  
  

#9 For safety

Cell phones have become indispensable in today’s world. One benefit of your cell phone you might not consider is your own personal safety. Your phone is your link to the rest of the world. Consider walking home alone at night and being followed. This can be a scary situation, and could potentially be very dangerous. Or what if your car breaks down on a remote road? All it takes is one call to someone you trust to help get you out of a tricky situation.

Now imagine your cell phone’s battery is dead! There’s no way for you to contact anyone for help. With a portable power bank or phone charger, you can make sure your cell phone’s battery is ALWAYS topped up. Check out this handy article about ways to stay safe when you’re traveling.

#10 For your wallet

We’ve listed all kinds of ways you'll benefit from  buying a portable power bank. But a truly fantastic reason is that they are so affordable!

Portable power pack is a great addition to your everyday life. They come in a variety of sizes and power levels, so whether you just want to be able to top off your battery so you can take a few more photos during your nights out on the town, or need something to keep you connected during a camping trip, there's an option that's right for you.