The Iberian Peninsula has suffered a historic blackout. Millions of people have not only been left without electricity but have also been left completely cut off due to massive drops in telecommunications signals. However, although many of us have had mobile service at certain times, it’s clear that we need to be prepared so that another situation like this doesn’t catch us off guard. Therefore, mobile phones can be a lifeline in emergencies. And if everything goes dark, power banks are the greatest allies we’re going to need.
In this article, we’ll show you a selection of high-capacity external batteries and power banks that we can use to recharge cell phones. They can also power other devices such as radios—so essential to staying informed in situations like today’s, where the internet has been conspicuously absent.
PAIDASHU 27,000 mAh Power Bank
The first model we recommend is this external battery from the manufacturer PAIDASHU. It’s a 27,000 mAh power bank, ideal for recharging multiple cell phones, or having enough battery life for several hours. Its price is around 17 euros on Amazon, and, in addition to its large capacity, it stands out for its two USB Type-A ports, a USB Type-C port, and a micro USB port.
This way, we will ensure compatibility with many more devices, especially those that may be somewhat older.
CUKTECH Powerbank of 25,000 mAh and 210 W
In addition to cell phones and portable radios, during power outages like the one the Iberian Peninsula has experienced, we need power and plenty of storage capacity. That’s why this CUKTECH model we recommend has a 25,000 mAh capacity. However, it’s also capable of charging a laptop thanks to its 210W output.
Although this model comes with a higher price tag—regularly €109.99—it’s capable of charging a MacBook Pro with an M3 processor to 50% capacity in just 30 minutes. In this case, we find two USB Type-C ports and one USB Type-A port.
Smileader 50,000 mAh battery
From raw power, we move on to storage capacity. And in the event of a power outage lasting much longer than the one we experienced, having plenty of storage capacity is crucial. That’s why we recommend this Smileader model, which has a 50,000 mAh capacity and 22.5 W of power.
It’s true that we’ll be much slower than the previous model. However, it’s an ideal solution if we need to power cell phones, portable radios, and even small lights such as LED lamps. This model has six USB ports: two USB Type-C ports and four USB Type-A ports. The price is €53.99.
