Nomad - Pod Portable Charger for Select Apple Watch™ Models - Anodized Space Gray
Customers are saying
Customers love the Pod Portable Charger for its portability, battery life, and convenient size. However, some customers have concerns regarding the charging process, compatibility with certain watch cases and bands, and the fact that a cable is not included. Some find the price a bit high considering the need to purchase a separate cable. Additionally, a few customers have reported issues with the magnets.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ideal for travel; stylish and functional
The Nomad POD is an ideal accessory for the Apple Watch owner who is often on the go. The POD is basically a self contained charging station for your Apple Watch. I'm no longer stuck carrying multiple separate components to charge my watch: goodbye twisted and tangled magnetic charging cable & A/C power adapter! I also have the freedom to wirelessly charge my watch anywhere I desire; the built in battery eliminates the need for a free USB port or A/C outlet. Pros: compact sleek design, freedom to wirelessly charge anywhere, built in cable management, multiple full charges for my 42mm watch, simple to use, durable. Cons: tight fit for original 2 meter magnetic charging cable (I made it work by carefully winding the cable, see my pic), ideal for open-banded watches but requires fidgeting to accommodate closed-banded styles (be cautious when wrapping band around the POD, you may scratch your desk/nightstand/watch band).
Posted by TheComputerWhisperer
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Must have for Apple Watch owners.
I have been using the Nomad Pod portable charger since I purchased it on the release date from Best Buy. It actually charges the Apple Watch four full charges as long as you charge the pod completely. It fits anywhere conveniently, in my pocket, backpack, the wife's purse. It will fit both two meters and one meter Apple Watch charging cables. I also purchased a Case Mate Apple Watch case and it will still charge the Apple Watch. I'm surprised the Pod was not priced higher than the $69 price tag. One thing to be mindful of is that it will not automatical shut off when the Apple Watch is at 100%, so if you leave it on overnight the Apple Watch will draw all the power until the Pod is fully discharged. If you remove the Apple Watch, the Pod will shut itself off even if you do not press the power button. Bottom line last charger/ stand you will need( until the lithium ion battery cells no longer keep a charge). Oh and for those that will say," what about night stand mode?" Well guess what , you can stand the pod upright.
Posted by Justin
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome product
This is just what I needed to charge my watch on the go. It’s much smaller than I expected which is good. Fits perfect in a backpack or small bag. Well built quality product. The charge lasts well. I’ve charge my watch a few times on my commute to work and it’s usually at 100 perfect by the time I get to work. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants a portable charger. I forgot to mention that it fits perfect in my trucks cupholder, almost as if it was made for it :-)
Posted by Wood