![]() ![]() ![]() Nimble charges way too much for these batteries considering their maximum output. It also didn't seem to negotiate using USB-PD according to my tester, though that could also be user error (I recently got a new device specifically for testing PD compatibility, and I'm still acclimating to it). The QC 3.0 charger included with the largest battery hit a maximum of 8.8V and 1.9A. None of my phones ever seemed to be able to negotiate anything over 5V on USB-C, but my MacBook Pro was able to hit 12V. The batteries charge at a pretty constant 9V off of USB-PD, if they can get it, dropping amperage with time. Not all of the non-fast charge USB-A ports perform the same. Although in most cases we were impressed with the style and general build quality, as well as the concept of reduced environmental impact, these batteries and wireless chargers are a tough sell on appearance alone. Unfortunately, for all of us, we found Nimble's batteries to carry a premium in price that wasn't supported by product performance. Unfortunately, Nimble's specs and prices just can't beat the competition. We reviewed both Nimble's extensive collection of batteries and its wireless charging accessories - a much more interesting subject now that Google has bequeathed the Pixels with Qi. With consumer cost-cutting recyclable packaging and a focus on renewable materials, we were curious to see if Nimble could disrupt the battery and charger status quo - a highly competitive market. Mophie is well known for both the quality of its products and the hefty price tag attached to them, so we were interested when we heard that a handful of its employees had splintered off to start a new, eco-mindful power accessory company called Nimble. ![]()
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