Portable Battery Packs Review

Portable Battery Packs Review appeared first on DiscountCell Reviews.

Portable chargers are incredibly convenient. They used to be large and hold only a slight charge, but now chargers are very small and hold enough power to recharge a phone, tablet or in some cases, computer. We reviewed a few chargers and evaluated their size, power, and how fast their charge time is. All of the chargers we tested are low to mid range price and amps. Many people will find these chargers are perfect for an emergency and can only charge one device at a time.

The first portable charger was the Juicebar Powertube High Capacity Portable Battery Charger. About as big as a tube of lipstick or lipgloss, the Powertube holds enough charge to fully recharge any phone or just add 12 hours of talk time if you stay connected to it while using it. It takes about an hour to recharge and holds that charge for 30 days. Priced at under $30, this is a great budget charger for someone who wants a small charger for emergencies.

 

Mycharge Amp Mini Rechargable Backup Battery is the second portable charger we tested. Holding 2200mAh, it has enough power to fully recharge a phone or tablet. It has a 1A output, so it takes a few hours to recharge the phone fully if you’re not using it, and if you stay connected it will add 10 hours of talk time. It takes a few hours to recharge the battery pack and will hold the charge for a month. Push a small button on the side to see how much power is left. The pack measures 2.8 by 1.4 by 0.9 inches, making it small enough to slip into a pocket of a bag. This battery is durable and while priced around $30, you can expect it to give you a reliable charge when you need it.

 

The last one we tested was the Incipio OffGrid Portable Backup Battery. It’s about the size of a small smartphone and holds 400mAh of power. It can charge your phone, then your tablet and probably still have a little power left over. The 2.1A port halves the charging time of the previous two batteries, so it only takes about an hour to recharge a phone and a little longer for the tablet. It has high-speed inputs to speed up charging time, however, because you’re charging a larger battery it does take some time to fully recharge. The battery has a band to conveniently hold the cable in place when you don’t need it. This is a large pack, it won’t just slip into your pocket, but for $40-$50, the amount of power it holds is very worth it.

 

Out of the three portable battery packs, we would recommend the Mycharge for someone who needs a reliable charge in an emergency. For someone who regularly needs to charge while on the go, the Incipio OffGrid is well worth the price. These batteries, as well as packs that charge two devices simultaneously, can be found at www.discountcell.com.

Cellular Car Mounts Review

Cellular Car Mounts Review appeared first on DiscountCell Reviews.

It’s pretty wide spread knowledge that using your phone while driving is a bad idea. While we know almost everyone knows this, we also know it’s difficult to keep your hands off your phone when there are helpful apps available, music to listen to, maps to look at. Car mounts keep your phone available and secure so you can access your music, maps, voice assistants, and whatever else you need. We checked out 4 mounts and tested their grip strength on the phone, strength of the suction mount, portability and if they can handle a phablet.

 

The first mount we checked out was the Scosche MagicMount. This mount is unique, as it uses a magnets to hold the phone in place. A very thin metal plate attaches to the back of your phone or case and attaches to any magnetized surface, even if the plate is attached to the phone and you have a case over it. The mount attaches to your dash with adhesive and the magnetized mounting area can be positioned however you need. The phone itself, then, can be placed in whatever orientation you need as well, making this the most customizable mount. It is not portable, however. The strength of the magnet is very strong and holds any phone securely. It can handle any size phone and, as an added bonus, the metal plate can be placed anywhere that is magnetized, not just the mount.

The second mount we looked at is the Naztech Dashboard View Mount. This mount is 100% portable. The base is a gel-filled pack with anti-slip grip material on the bottom, making it solid and secure. The mount is attached to a ratcheting bar with a suction cup on the end of it. This allows you to mount it to either the dash base or the windshield. The ratcheting bar can be moved in any direction and in any position. The clamp that holds the phone is strong and fit a Galaxy Note, which means it can hold pretty much any phone. For larger phones, however, you may have to remove the case to make it fit.

 

 

The third mount is the iOttie Easy Car Mount One Touch XL. This is obviously made for larger phone or phones with rugged cases. It has a one-touch button release and the clamp holds the phone extremely well. In order to compensate for the weight of a large phone, the suction cup is also oversized, giving it more surface area to grab onto the dash or the windshield. The mounting head can be positioned in any direction. For a large phone, this is a great option.

 

The last mount in this review is the Tackform Ultragrip. Overall, this one is the highest rated by users. It can be attached to the windshield or dash and the suction cup is one of the best – it will hold in extreme heat and cold and over bumpy roads. The clamp opens to accommodate phones from 2 inches to 3.4 inches, which includes almost all phones, even the Galaxy Note family. Phones will fit with their cases as well. The grip tension can be adjusted, impressing us with the strength of the grip. Tackform included two stabilizing bars – this mount will last forever.

 

All of these mounts, as well as plenty of others, are available at www.discountcell.com.

Sierra Wireless AirLink Gateways now Available through NASPO ValuePoint

Sierra Wireless AirLink Gateways now Available through NASPO ValuePoint appeared first on DiscountCell Reviews.

NASPO ValuePoint

The Sierra Wireless AirLink GX450, ES450, and LS300 Gateways are now available through the NASPO ValuePoint 1907 wireless contract.  State, Local and Education government buyers can leverage contract pricing for the reliable, innovative portfolio of Sierra Wireless AirLink Gateways. GetWireless, the largest distributor of Sierra Wireless AirLink, will be partnering with Discount Cell on the administration and fulfillment of the AirLink Gateways through the NASPO ValuePoint 1907 wireless contract.

 

All Sierra Wireless AirLink Gateways ship with an industry-leading 3-year manufacturer’s warranty, unlimited technical support and firmware updates, and a 1-Day Accelerated Replacement Program (on in-warranty hardware). To learn more, click here.

 

GX450 – Rugged, Reliable 4G Mobile Gateway

The AirLink® GX450 is a rugged, secure mobile gateway designed to deliver mission-critical communications for in-vehicle applications. With LTE coverage on all Tier 1 cellular networks, the GX450 supplies broadband connectivity to a wide range of devices and applications. It extends the enterprise network and remote management to the fleet, ensuring reliable, secure broadband data access for mobile users in the field.  The AirLink GX450 ships standard with Ethernet, Serial, USB, I/O, and GPS connectivity.  Wi-Fi and Multi-Ethernet connectivity are also available. To learn more, click here.

 

ES450 – Reliable, Fixed 4G Gateway

The AirLink® ES450 is a reliable, secure LTE gateway designed to connect assets in fixed environments. With state-of-the-art LTE coverage, the ES450 provides broadband connectivity for mission-critical equipment to ensure maximum uptime. The ES450 is perfect for any location (general office, wastewater pump station, variable message sign, digital parking meter, etc.) needing 4G LTE connectivity over Ethernet, Serial, or USB, and not requiring GPS or Wi-Fi. To learn more, click here.

 

LS300 – Compact, Industrial 3G Gateway

The AirLink® LS300 gateway has a small footprint for easy installation and a rugged, military spec design that enables it to withstand extreme temperature changes, humidity, shock, and vibration. Certified for hazardous environments (Class I, Div. 2), the LS300 is ideal for industrial deployments.  Designed to be the next generation, all-in-one 3G Gateway, the LS300 comes standard with Ethernet, Serial, USB, and I/O interfaces, as well as GPS. To learn more, click here.

For more information or to purchase Sierra Wireless AirLink Gateways, contact us at 801-235-9809.

Bluetooth Speaker Reviews

Bluetooth Speaker Reviews appeared first on DiscountCell Reviews.

Whether you’re heading off to college and want a sweet Bluetooth speaker to spice up the dorm room, or just looking to add some tunes around your house, there are plenty of Bluetooth speakers available that are not only high quality with great sound, but very affordable. We got three Bluetooth speakers and checked them out.

The first speaker is the Naztech Klub N35 Speaker. Made from aluminum and measuring 8 by 3 by 3 inches, it’s lightweight and easily portable, but strong. A microphone is built in for speakerphone conversations. The Li-Ion battery lasts for hours and is easily rechargeable with any micro-USB connection. Great sound with ultra bass, you’ll be amazed how good the music sounds. It is on the small side, which limits the sound. For a large room or an outdoor event, you’ll probably want something bigger.

Naztech Klub N35 Bluetooth Speaker

The SuperTooth D4 Bluetooth Speaker is a great mid-priced speaker. Loud enough to fill a large room, the sound on the SuperTooth is fantastic. A strap on the top makes it easily portable and with a battery that lasts 12 hours, it can go anywhere. Music will sound like it’s intended to sound through this speaker. While this speaker is portable, it’s not water or dust proof and can be damaged outdoors. It does not have a built in microphone, and is meant only for listening to music. You can connect via Bluetooth or a 3.5 audio cable, making it accessible to phones, tablets, MP3 players and computeres.

SuperTooth D4 Bluetooth Speaker

The Braven BRV-X Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker is a better fit for an outdoor event, especially poolside or on a boat. Built to survive the elements, you’ll be as impressed by how much damage it can take as you are by the quality of the sound. Clean, deep bass, crisp treble and mid-tones, no matter how loud you play it the sound is great. The BRV-X is the most expensive speaker in our review, and if you’re looking for a speaker that can take a beating, this one is worth every penny. It has a noise-cancelling microphone built in for wireless calls. The battery will last for 12 hours and is easily rechargeable.

Braven BRV-X Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker

 

All of these Bluetooth speakers are available at DiscountCell.com.

LG G4 Covers Review

LG G4 Covers Review appeared first on DiscountCell Reviews.

LG has made a new name for themselves with the G-line of phones and the LG G4 promises to be the best one yet. With a 5.5 inch screen, improved power, memory, processor, camera and display, the G4 is an impressive device. This review goes over a few covers that are available for the LG G4. We took four cases – two that are more for the casual, day-to-day user, and two that are rugged and waterproof.  Because of the extended coverage, the rugged cases are more expensive, however, all of these cases are reasonably priced.

If you simply want to cover the body of the phone and keep it protected from scratches and short drops? The PureGear Slim Shell case is made from TPU and slips easily onto the LG G4. It’s very, very thin, providing coverage while not increasing size. It also has a slight rubberized texture, giving you a good grip. The Slim Shell cases come in a couple of different colors, giving you some variety in your life.

LG G4 PureGear Slim Shell Case

The Spigen SGP Slim Armor case has a couple of extra features, making it worth an extra look. The first line of defense is a TPU cover that goes on the LG G4 easily. If you want to leave it like that, it’s a slim case that provides protection from scratches and bumps. But say you want a little more – that’s where the polycarbonate hard case comes in. Slip that over the TPU bumper and add an extra layer of protection, as well as the added kickstand included on the hard cover. This also comes in a couple of different colors.

LG G4 Spigen SGP Slim Armor Case

The Body Glove ShockSuit Rugged Case meets military grade specifications, so it will withstand water, dust, dirt, sand and drops. Fully enclosed, it has a screen protector built into the case to protect the front of the Lg G4, extra grip protection around the corners and covers for the ports and speakers. With all this, you may expect the ShockSuit to be thick and clunky. We found it thin, and the grip comfortable.

LG G4 Body Glove ShockSuit Rugged Case

The last case in our review is the Otterbox Defender Series Rugged Case. Many people are familiar with this case and we have to agree it is one of the best rugged cases available. Thin with a good grip, it offers unbeatable protection while without looking like you’re holding a brick phone. The inner core is a two-piece snap on plastic shell with a built in screen protector. Wrap the rubber layer around the inner core and the phone is completely protected from water, dust, dirt, sand and drops. The Defender cases also comes in different colors, as well as a black holster.

LG G4 Otterbox Defender Series Rugged Case

These are just a few of the cases offered for the LG G4. All of these cases, as well as many others, are available at www.discountcell.com.