Sure, the batteries in our beloved phones have gotten a whole lot better than they once were, but they don’t last forever. How many times have you found yourself searching for a spare outlet when you’re out and about? Portable chargers can help in these scenarios, and they have become a non-negotiable for people who spend a lot of time away from the home or office. The Anker Nano power bank is proof that good things do come in the tiniest of packages. It’s truly universal thanks to a built-in USB-C connector, and right now it can be yours for a super low price.
You can score this Anker charger for only $16 at Best Buy, down from its regular price of $30. This also makes a great holiday gift and is the perfect size to drop into someone’s stocking if you’re still looking for a few last-minute items. Keep in mind if you opt for shipping, it probably won’t come in time for Christmas, so you’re better off choosing in-store pickup if you’re buying this as a holiday gift.
Anker makes a wide array of portable chargers, and it’s a brand that frequently makes our list of the best portable power banks. With this charger, you don’t need a cord. The Nano plugs directly into a phone via its USB-C connector.
It’s a portable bank with 5,000-mAh battery power, which Anker claims will charge a phone from 0 to 43% in 30 minutes. It’s compact, just over 3 inches long and 1.45 inches wide, and it weighs 3.5 ounces, a big perk because a lot of portable banks can be quite heavy.
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There are a few other deals going right now that can help keep your devices charged, such as this 33-watt Anker USB-C charger for only $17 at Amazon. That’s a discount of a few bucks on a compact charger with a USB-A and a USB-C port. You can also nab this three-port Anker 735 charger for $40 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $56.
We also have a list of the best portable power banks for iPhones and Android devices if you’d like to shop around a bit before deciding what to buy.
Why this deal matters
The last time we saw this tiny portable charger go on sale was at the end of September. Back then, the charger was down to just $13. However, that deal was on Woot, where things tend to sell out and expire much more quickly than other places. Right now, it’s on sale at Best Buy for $16. That’s only $3 more than the previous sale, and there’s a higher chance to get your hands on it.
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Will this item arrive in time for Christmas?
If you’re ordering this as a holiday gift, you probably want to know if it’s going to arrive on time. With Christmas and Hanukkah both taking place on Dec. 25 this year and Kwanzaa kicking off the day after, it’s important to note shipping deadlines for USPS, FedEx, UPS, Amazon and others.
Guaranteed shipping deadlines at some of these delivery companies arrived as soon as Dec. 16, with others offering expedited services that may allow you to order as late as Dec. 23 or even Dec. 24. Where delivery is no longer possible, be sure to assess your in-store pickup options or check out these great digital deals for the holidays.
This Anker portable charger won’t arrive before Christmas if you opt for shipping, according to Best Buy. However, if you opt for in-store pickup, you can get your hands on it before Christmas.
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