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UGREEN Nexode Power Bank 20,000mAh 130W: Saving sockets and pockets

Best for travelers, digital nomads, and flexible remote workers

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UGREEN has been a reliable brand for my power needs — and that’s me talking from experience.

As a matter of fact, their 100W GaN Charging Adapter I received more than three years ago still works well upon writing this feature.

UGREEN 100W GaN Charger (2021)

From then ’til now, it’s still my all-in-one charger for my MacBook Pro, iPhone, and other Android smartphones WITHOUT a bundled charger out of the box 👀.

That accessory is a true marvel for offering more power and ports compared to a regular MacBook charger with a lower wattage and a single USB-C port.

Two years after, I bought their 10,000mAh MagSafe power bank with a dedicated kick stand for my iPhone — all with my hard-earned money. Truth be told, it’s also fast and reliable.

Another year has passed, the Shenzhen-based maker reached out again to us.

This time, I didn’t hesitate to get my first dibs with their newest offering — the high-capacity Nexode Power Bank.

Unpack that mighty load

Here’s what to expect when you purchase this massive UGREEN Nexode power bank.

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Power-Packed

I know, a 20,000mAh battery capacity in a power bank isn’t the most record-breaking thing right now, and I’m not here to brag about that.

I’m rather stoked with its 130W fast charging capabilities. Most slim and light power banks don’t even reach that peak charging performance.

Just to clear up some confusion, a single port can output up to a 100W. The remaining 30W goes to either the second USB-C port or the conventional and slower USB-A port.

There’s even a larger 25,000mAh power bank variant with a 200W charging support (dual 100W outputs). Of course, it comes with a heavier price tag — much like its physical heft.

It might be a gimmick for some, but I find its TFT Smart Display useful.

With just a single button click, it displays the necessary information whenever I plug something. This also ensures me that I get the fastest available charging speed for the device I plug in.

Double-pressing that button turns off the power bank to preserve power when not needed.

Socket Savior

If you’re worried that this will be confiscated at the immigration, no worries! This power bank is approved for flights as it passed several airline regulations and safety standards.

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That being said, I’m NOT a frequent flyer nor a digital nomad. But I do work out and about from time to time, especially when we do product shoots outside or just too lazy to work in my room.

The most realistic scenario I can give you is when I go to a coffee shop. There are times where every socket has been occupied. This is where UGREEN’s Nexode Power Bank enters the scene.

As GadgetMatch’s full-fledged YouTube editor slash Associate Creative Producer since 2019, I do 101% of my creative work using a MacBook.

Admittedly, the new company-issued 14-inch M2 Max MacBook Pro I use lasts for about 4 to 5 hours when video editing (Final Cut Pro), doing graphics (Photoshop), and post-processing photos (Lightroom).

With all the work entailed, it’s just not enough.

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Thankfully, this has been my savior in desperate times where I needed to fill up in a socket-less establishment. Albeit, the power bank runs out just before hitting the 80~85% mark, depending on what cable you use.

Check out my detailed Charge Test below:

Apple MagSafe 3 to USB-C Cable UGREEN USB-C to USB-C Cable
START TIME from 1% 7:25PM 12:06PM
1 minute 2% 1%
3 minutes 6%  5%
5 minutes 9% 7%
10 minutes 17% 15%
15 minutes 28% 24%
20 minutes 35% 32%
30 minutes 52% 52%
45 minutes 74% 67%
50 minutes 79% 72%
56 minutes 84% 76%
1 hour
END TIME 8:21PM 1:01PM

If this has been the case for my 14-incher, don’t expect the 20,000mAh to fully fill your bigger 16-inch Mac or any other Windows laptops with ginormous batteries.

Seamless Compatibility

As for other devices such as iPhones and Android smartphones, it does the job well, too.

The recent TECNO smartphone I’ve reviewed with a massive 5000mAh battery was able to get charged (as expected), but only with a limited charging speed.

ICYMI, that phone supports up to 70W but plugging UGREEN’s USB-C to USB-C cable via the power bank’s 100W USB-C port only gave it a reading of 33.8W.

The case was different with the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra I also have.

Despite only capping at 45W fast charging, UGREEN’s Nexode power bank was able to display “Super Fast Charging 2.0” charging output thanks to its newer USB-C PD (Power Delivery) 3.1 protocol.

For added real-life use-case, I also tried charging my daily driver for two years now — Apple’s iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Using a speedy USB-C to Lightning connector, it was able to fully-charge the phone fast from 20% all the way to 100% in under 70 minutes. It’s the same charging duration when I hook it up using the UGREEN GaN charger aforementioned.

Coincidental or not, it also only consumed around 20% of the power bank’s power (from 97% down to 76%).

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This power bank isn’t just limited to the MacBook and smartphones I’ve plugged in. It can also be used to charge more devices such as iPads / tablets, mirrorless or action cameras, as well as portable gaming consoles like the Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck. Heck! Even a camping lantern.

Lastly, low-current devices such as wireless bluetooth head/earphones and smartwatches use trickle mode so the power bank doesn’t use its full potential when charging such small products.

Speedy for its size

Now that I’ve drained the power bank, it’s time to talk about how slow or fast it takes to fill the tank to its full extent.

I wouldn’t talk too much and let the results speak for themselves.

UGREEN 100W GaN Charger
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UGREEN USB-C to USB-C cable
UGREEN 100W GaN Charger
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Adam Elements 240W
USB-C to USB-C cable
Xiaomi 120W GaN Charger
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USB-C to USB-A
6A cable 
START TIME from 0% 10:25PM
August 28, 2024
Wednesday
10:19PM
August 31, 2024
Saturday
9:58PM
September 2, 2024
Monday
3 minutes 2% 4% 4%
5 minutes 5% 6% 7%
10 minutes 14% 13% 14%
15 minutes 19% 18% 22%
30 minutes 36% 27% 38%
45 minutes 45% 36% 48%
1 hour 53% 45% 57%
1 hour 15 minutes 61% 53% 62%
1 hour 30 minutes 74% 63% 73%
1 hour 45 minutes 82% 70% 82%
2 hours 95% 78% 93%
2 hours 10 minutes 100% 83% 100%
2 hours 20 minutes 98%
END TIME 12:43AM 12:45PM
2 hours 25 minutes
11:08PM
Highest Wattage 44W 56.7W 63.4W
Lowest Wattage 27.3W 25.2W 25.4W

Overall, it’s safe to say you need more than two hours to fully charge the UGREEN Nexode 20,000mAh 130W Power Bank. That’s considering you use the fastest adapter and cable combo possible.

Pocket-Friendly

I’m not trying to say this power bank is “friendly” when you insert it in your pockets. Its obvious depth and heft say otherwise.

The good thing about the newest Nexode 130W 20,000mAh power bank from UGREEN is that, they come with a pretty wallet-friendly price. That’s with the consideration of its high-capacity tank and fast charging capabilities housed in an enclosure that’s not plasticky, but solidly built.

ugreen nexode power bank

With a retail price of just US$ 99.99 / PhP 3399, it’s cheaper than its closest competitor priced at US$ 129.99 / PhP 7299.

Of course, this isn’t for everybody. There are a plethora of slimmer and smaller power banks out there.

But if you consider yourself a traveler, a digital nomad, or a remote worker like me with flexi time and who’s always in a desperate need of a power outlet whenever working outside, this power bank can save you from those truly mortifying moments.

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Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features

Better Android lens support

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Excerpt: Better Android lens support

Insta360 has released a major spring update for its Flow 2 series handheld gimbals, bringing wider Android compatibility and new features for iPhone users.

The update focuses on improving how the Flow 2 and Flow 2 Pro work across different devices. It expands support for flagship Android phones while adding new shooting tools for iOS, making hands-free, stabilized video easier to capture without extra gear.

Android finally gets full lens access

One of the biggest changes is native multi-lens support on Android. When paired with the Insta360 app, the Flow 2 series can now access ultra-wide and telephoto lenses on supported devices from Samsung, Google Pixel, vivo, OPPO, and more.

This means users can shoot at full resolution using their phone’s native cameras, whether capturing wide landscapes or zoomed-in details. The update brings Android performance closer to what iPhone users have been getting, especially in more dynamic shooting scenarios like concerts, sports, and vlogging.

The improved lens access also works with features like Widescreen Mode, helping users create smoother, more cinematic footage with better framing flexibility.

Faster 360 panoramas for quick sharing

The Flow 2 series continues to stand out with its ability to capture full 360-degree panoramas. With the new 360 Panorama 2.0, stitching is now 50% faster, producing results in about 20 seconds.

Users can capture everything in one go, then choose their preferred framing afterward. The feature also supports interactive sharing via links, letting viewers pan and explore the image on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

Creative templates such as Tiny Planet are also available for quick edits, making it easier to turn panoramic shots into shareable content.

Dual View adds more angles in one take

Dual View Mode introduces multi-angle recording without the need for additional cameras. It allows simultaneous recording using the front and rear cameras, or even dual rear lenses, producing three clips in a single take.

This is useful for creators who want to capture reactions alongside the main shot or experiment with different focal lengths at once. Combined with AI tracking, the feature keeps subjects centered while adding more variety to footage.

Apple Watch control for hands-free shooting

For iPhone users, the update adds Apple Watch control, turning the watch into a remote for the gimbal.

Users can start or stop recording, adjust settings, switch modes, and even control zoom using the Digital Crown. This allows for better control during solo shoots, especially when the phone is mounted on the gimbal at a distance.

Smarter tracking and remote control tools

The update also improves several AI-powered features across the Flow 2 series.

AI Tracker now works across more Android apps, enabling subject tracking during video calls, livestreams, or hands-free recording. Multi-person tracking keeps groups in frame, while Active Zoom Tracking allows up to 15x zoom while maintaining focus on moving subjects.

There’s also a new smartphone remote control feature, which lets users operate the gimbal using a second phone. This adds flexibility for more complex shooting setups without interrupting the shot.

Availability

The update is available now through the Insta360 app and the official website. Compatibility may vary depending on the smartphone model.

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Jabra launches PanaCast Room Kit for simpler hybrid meetings

The function room setup that doesn’t need an IT guy

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Jabra is expanding its hybrid work ecosystem with the new PanaCast Room Kit.

It’s a video conferencing solution built for meeting rooms. But it skips the usual complexity. No tangled cables, no custom programming, and no need for IT on standby.

The kit is designed for teams of three to 15 people. Setup takes minutes: Connect the cameras, place the speakers and microphones, and link everything with a single cable.

That’s it. A standard room becomes a smart collaboration space without the usual friction.

Built for inclusive meetings

At the center of the experience is the PanaCast 55 VBS.

It uses a 180-degree multi-camera system powered by onboard AI. Jabra’s Virtual Director technology tracks speakers and reframes the view in real time.

Everyone stays visible. Even those seated at the far end of the table.

The goal is simple. Make remote participants feel like they’re in the room.

Audio keeps up with that promise. The PanaCast SpeakerMic extends coverage up to 11 meters. Every voice comes through clearly and at a consistent volume. No need to raise your voice just to be heard.

No-fuss by design

The system adds a Huddly L1 camera for a secondary angle. This gives meetings a more complete and inclusive view.

There’s also the Jabra Control IP touch controller. It handles meetings with simple, one-touch controls.

Everything works together with minimal input. No manual pan-tilt-zoom adjustments. No audio balancing. The AI handles it.

Enterprise-ready, plug-and-play simple

The PanaCast Room Kit is fully UC-certified. It works with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Google Meet.

It also runs on the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP), bringing enterprise-grade security and reliability.

The idea is straightforward. High-end meeting tech shouldn’t be hard to use.

From small huddle spaces to larger boardrooms, the kit scales without added complexity. It removes the usual barriers to hybrid collaboration.

Whether it’s a quick team sync or a full boardroom discussion, the PanaCast Room Kit aims to give everyone a front-row seat.

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Sony announces open-back INZONE H6 Air

Deeper and tighter bass, more immersive gaming soundscape

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Gamers are set to get another immersive headphones from Sony with the launch of the INZONE H6 Air.

This latest offering features an open-back acoustic structure and custom drivers for deep and tight bass, thanks to back ducts integrated into the drivers.

The open-back structure also helps with a realistic immersive sound field, making gamers feel they are in the game space.

This design minimizes internal reflections by leaving the housing unobstructed. The result is accurate sound field reproduction exactly as game creators intended.

The Sony INZONE H6 Air also features precision-tuned driver units engineered with the same technology as Sony’s renowned MDR-MV1 open-back studio monitor headsets. It is specially adapted for this particular wearable.

Back ducts integrated into the driver unit help deliver deep and controlled bass reproduction, while maintaining clear separation of mids and lows. This detail is helpful especially for titles where rich sound detail matters.

Crafted with premium aluminum, the INZONE H6 Air is also one of Sony’s lightest gaming headsets at just 199 grams. The headset uses the same spring hinge headband design seen on the INZONE H9 II.

Furthermore, the headset features an “RPG/Adventure” equalizer profile as it is developed with sound engineers from PlayStation Studios.

This specific profile is optimized for RPG and adventure titles, recreating the acoustic experience of a sound studio and delivering an immersive listening experience.

An additional cardioid boom mic focuses on voice angled towards the user’s mouth, eliminating unnecessary side noise.

Fnatic Edition devices, INZONE Buds Glass Purple

In addition to the Sony INZONE H6 Air, Sony has launched the Fnatic Editions of the INZONE Mouse-A, INZONE Mat-F, and INZONE Mat-D.

This next step in the collaboration between Sony and Fnatic makes the professional esports club even more present in fans’ daily gaming experience.

Rounding out the new releases is the INZONE Buds in Glass Purple colorway. This joins the previous black and white options, giving owners plenty of choices to suit their styles.

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