Mobile energy: a review of interesting Nokia accessories with external batteries
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Recently, a number of Nokia branded accessories have appeared on the Russian market, helping to increase the battery life of Lumia smartphones several times. We decided to collect the most interesting specimens together in one small review.
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So, meet under the cat: DC-50 wireless stand-alone charger, DC-18 portable external battery, and photo case with an additional Nokia Camera Grip battery for the Nokia Lumia 1020 (PD-95G).
And we will begin our review, perhaps, with the most interesting device - the Nokia Nokia DC-50 wireless stand-alone charger, which is based on Qi magnetic induction technology. We have already written in detail about the technology itself, and now we’ll tell you about the second generation of Nokia wireless chargers.
Kit: charger, USB cable (appropriate color) and AC adapter.
So, Nokia DC-50 was presented at the Nokia World event in Abu Dhabi and appeared on the Russian market not so long ago. It is made in the form of a small and very stylish rectangular box with rounded corners, in structure, color and texture that strongly resembles modern Nokia smartphones. At the end of the DC-50 are a four-point LED charge indicator, an activity indicator, a power button / charge level check button and a micro USB port.
With small sizes (134 x 69 x 12 mm) and light weight (only 150 grams), the DC-50 is ideal for constantly carrying the charger with you in a backpack, bag, or even a jeans pocket.
The case is made of high quality polycarbonate combined texture: the upper and lower parts, for the sake of minimizing the sliding of the smartphone and the charging itself from the surface, are made matte and the butt is glossy. Such a decision is not only a tribute to practicality. Due to the combination of textures and bright colors, the gadget looks very, very impressive.
Speaking of colors: in addition to saturated blue, the DC-50 can be made in red, white and yellow. Therefore, even perfectionists will be able to find the perfect color combination with their smartphone.
But back to the most important thing: Nokia DC-50 allows you to charge any device that is compatible with the standard wireless Qi, and, thanks to the built-in battery (2400 mAh), do it anytime, anywhere. And when connected via a USB cable to a computer or network adapter, the DC-50 can be used as a stationary charger.
Currently, the wireless charging capability of the Nokia Lumia models is supported by the Lumia 920 and Lumia 1520, as well as the Lumia 720, Lumia 820, Lumia 925 and Lumia 1020 models with an additional cover with the wireless charging function.
By the way, the DC-50 itself, in addition to the possibility of charging via the USB cable, can restore its own charge using Qi technology - for this it is enough to put it on another wireless charger.
A few words about the cost: the recommended retail price for new items on the Russian market is 3,190 rubles.
The next device in our review today is a small but rather powerful “energy tile” DC-18.
DC-18 is a miniature and lightweight square box that looks like a “tile” from Windows Phone. The body of the "tile" is made of glossy plastic in red, yellow, white or blue.
At the end there is a retractable micro-USB cable for connecting to a mobile device, which hides deep inside the case when carrying. On the reverse side there is a micro-usb connector for recharging the battery itself.
The front panel of the Nokia DC-18 is decorated with a battery-shaped symbol with an “inlaid” LED display informing the user of the remaining charge level. An interesting mechanism is implemented to enable this very display - in order to find out how much charge is left, simply pull the micro USB cable out of the case.
Speaking of dry numbers, the weight of the gadget is 65 grams, and the dimensions are 57 Ă— 57 x 14.9 mm.
With such modest size, the battery capacity is 1720 mAh. It would seem that the record figures are far away, but if we consider the convenience, design and low cost of the device, then the DC-18 becomes a very profitable acquisition. Moreover, even this device capacity is enough to replenish the charge in most modern smartphones.
Speaking of cost: Nokia DC-18 recommended retail price is 1080 rubles.
The latest accessory in our today's review is the Nokia Camera Grip photo case for the Nokia Lumia 1020 with a built-in battery.
Nokia Camera Grip is made in an unusual form factor and is an additional cover-case for Nokia Lumia 1020 with a hole for the cover of the camera module and a special design for the natural grip of the hand.
Set: photo case, leather strap.
The overall dimensions of the PD-95G are 145 x 74.6 x 27.2 mm, thanks to which the Nokia Lumia 1020 in the case doesn’t greatly increase in length and width (the overall dimensions of the Nokia Lumia 1020 are 130.4 x 71.4 x 10.4 mm ).
Nokia Camera Grip is made of matte polycarbonate of yellow, black or white color (full compliance with the color range of the Lumia 1020 line).
The photo cover handle contains: a shutter button, a micro-USB connector for charging and connecting to a computer, a four-point charge indicator, a rubberized pad for fingers, and a standard tripod mount.
This handle also houses an additional battery with a capacity of 1020 mAh, thanks to which the operating time of the Nokia Lumia 1020 is approximately one and a half times longer.
The smartphone inserted into the case is securely fixed, and the design itself resembles a stylish digital camera. The ergonomic grip of the photo cover handle allows you to securely place the device in your palm, allowing you to take great pictures on your outstretched hand, without fear that the device will slip when shooting.
At the same time, the thumb naturally falls on the two-step shutter button. Two steps of pressing, as everyone who has dealt with modern cameras understands, are needed to precisely control the focus.
A standard mount for a tripod is useful, for example, if you are engaged in artistic photography, creating complex special effects or for using special mounts.
And about the price: the photo camera cover Nokia Camera Grip for the Nokia Lumia 1020 is available for sale on the Russian market at a suggested retail price of 2,290 rubles.
Recently, a number of Nokia branded accessories have appeared on the Russian market, helping to increase the battery life of Lumia smartphones several times. We decided to collect the most interesting specimens together in one small review.
')
So, meet under the cat: DC-50 wireless stand-alone charger, DC-18 portable external battery, and photo case with an additional Nokia Camera Grip battery for the Nokia Lumia 1020 (PD-95G).
DC-50 Wireless Standalone Charger
And we will begin our review, perhaps, with the most interesting device - the Nokia Nokia DC-50 wireless stand-alone charger, which is based on Qi magnetic induction technology. We have already written in detail about the technology itself, and now we’ll tell you about the second generation of Nokia wireless chargers.
Kit: charger, USB cable (appropriate color) and AC adapter.
So, Nokia DC-50 was presented at the Nokia World event in Abu Dhabi and appeared on the Russian market not so long ago. It is made in the form of a small and very stylish rectangular box with rounded corners, in structure, color and texture that strongly resembles modern Nokia smartphones. At the end of the DC-50 are a four-point LED charge indicator, an activity indicator, a power button / charge level check button and a micro USB port.
With small sizes (134 x 69 x 12 mm) and light weight (only 150 grams), the DC-50 is ideal for constantly carrying the charger with you in a backpack, bag, or even a jeans pocket.
The case is made of high quality polycarbonate combined texture: the upper and lower parts, for the sake of minimizing the sliding of the smartphone and the charging itself from the surface, are made matte and the butt is glossy. Such a decision is not only a tribute to practicality. Due to the combination of textures and bright colors, the gadget looks very, very impressive.
Speaking of colors: in addition to saturated blue, the DC-50 can be made in red, white and yellow. Therefore, even perfectionists will be able to find the perfect color combination with their smartphone.
But back to the most important thing: Nokia DC-50 allows you to charge any device that is compatible with the standard wireless Qi, and, thanks to the built-in battery (2400 mAh), do it anytime, anywhere. And when connected via a USB cable to a computer or network adapter, the DC-50 can be used as a stationary charger.
Currently, the wireless charging capability of the Nokia Lumia models is supported by the Lumia 920 and Lumia 1520, as well as the Lumia 720, Lumia 820, Lumia 925 and Lumia 1020 models with an additional cover with the wireless charging function.
By the way, the DC-50 itself, in addition to the possibility of charging via the USB cable, can restore its own charge using Qi technology - for this it is enough to put it on another wireless charger.
A few words about the cost: the recommended retail price for new items on the Russian market is 3,190 rubles.
DC-18 Portable External Battery
The next device in our review today is a small but rather powerful “energy tile” DC-18.
DC-18 is a miniature and lightweight square box that looks like a “tile” from Windows Phone. The body of the "tile" is made of glossy plastic in red, yellow, white or blue.
At the end there is a retractable micro-USB cable for connecting to a mobile device, which hides deep inside the case when carrying. On the reverse side there is a micro-usb connector for recharging the battery itself.
The front panel of the Nokia DC-18 is decorated with a battery-shaped symbol with an “inlaid” LED display informing the user of the remaining charge level. An interesting mechanism is implemented to enable this very display - in order to find out how much charge is left, simply pull the micro USB cable out of the case.
Speaking of dry numbers, the weight of the gadget is 65 grams, and the dimensions are 57 Ă— 57 x 14.9 mm.
With such modest size, the battery capacity is 1720 mAh. It would seem that the record figures are far away, but if we consider the convenience, design and low cost of the device, then the DC-18 becomes a very profitable acquisition. Moreover, even this device capacity is enough to replenish the charge in most modern smartphones.
Speaking of cost: Nokia DC-18 recommended retail price is 1080 rubles.
Nokia Camera Grip photocell for Nokia Lumia 1020 (PD-95G)
The latest accessory in our today's review is the Nokia Camera Grip photo case for the Nokia Lumia 1020 with a built-in battery.
Nokia Camera Grip is made in an unusual form factor and is an additional cover-case for Nokia Lumia 1020 with a hole for the cover of the camera module and a special design for the natural grip of the hand.
Set: photo case, leather strap.
The overall dimensions of the PD-95G are 145 x 74.6 x 27.2 mm, thanks to which the Nokia Lumia 1020 in the case doesn’t greatly increase in length and width (the overall dimensions of the Nokia Lumia 1020 are 130.4 x 71.4 x 10.4 mm ).
Nokia Camera Grip is made of matte polycarbonate of yellow, black or white color (full compliance with the color range of the Lumia 1020 line).
The photo cover handle contains: a shutter button, a micro-USB connector for charging and connecting to a computer, a four-point charge indicator, a rubberized pad for fingers, and a standard tripod mount.
This handle also houses an additional battery with a capacity of 1020 mAh, thanks to which the operating time of the Nokia Lumia 1020 is approximately one and a half times longer.
The smartphone inserted into the case is securely fixed, and the design itself resembles a stylish digital camera. The ergonomic grip of the photo cover handle allows you to securely place the device in your palm, allowing you to take great pictures on your outstretched hand, without fear that the device will slip when shooting.
At the same time, the thumb naturally falls on the two-step shutter button. Two steps of pressing, as everyone who has dealt with modern cameras understands, are needed to precisely control the focus.
A standard mount for a tripod is useful, for example, if you are engaged in artistic photography, creating complex special effects or for using special mounts.
And about the price: the photo camera cover Nokia Camera Grip for the Nokia Lumia 1020 is available for sale on the Russian market at a suggested retail price of 2,290 rubles.
Source: https://habr.com/ru/post/211152/
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