Patented dodocool Portable Power Bank External Backup Battery Charger 12000mAh

I bought this to replace a previous model (not this make) that no longer worked. I love that it has lights so I can see how much charge is left in it and indeed, how much it has charged when I have it plugged in. The on off switch is really good and allows me to see how much charge is in it at any time. The on off switch doesn't switch on in your handbag either (unlike my previous model). I would recommend this.

This is a review of the 12000mAh battery, kindly provided to me for review purposes. If like me you've got a fairly recent battery guzzling phone then you'll know how annoying it can be to be out and about and running low on power. After 2 years of use my current phone, a HTC One X, only just makes it through the day on a full charge if I don't use it much, so I can appreciate the need for a product such as this. As this is an external battery you don't need to worry if you're mobile is sealed (so you can't swap the battery out) you just plug your phone (or mp3 player, camera, tablet etc) in and it starts to charge. I like the style of the battery, it looks a bit like an extra large iPhone. There are 3 connectors at the top, two for use in charging things, one to charge the battery. Depending on what you're plugging in this battery should be large enough to give you 3 - 5 full charges, with lights on the front indicating how much charge is left in the battery. The only minor downside to such a battery is the additional weight you'll be carrying around. It takes a bit of getting use to if you pop it in your jacket pocket, but it wouldn't be especially noticeable if you were to carry it round in a bag/briefcase/laptop folder. Great product for those on the go who want to ensure they don't need to rush to a wall socket to top up gadget batteries.

Love this product. With my battery life not so good I need to charge my phone mid way during the day. It charges really quickly and the torch is quite bright.

I got this product for V Festival as it's impossible to keep your smart phone charged the entire time you're there and with me running my iFestival app there I'd use my battery even more. I've owned similar devices before and always had mixed results but the Dodocool product is really good quality and sturdy which is important when lugging around in my backpack. My intention is to leave the device in my tent and charge my phone once a night and keep it on charge during the morning. Having tested the device prior to it I've found that i get just over 4 full charges and also some trickle charges (for charging while i use) so the product description of 5 full charges is certainly accurate. The device is a bit big to carry in your pocket but i never intended to carry it around at the festival with me anyway. Highly recommend for anyone spending time outdoors either camping or at a festival. Just make sure you take your charging cable as this doesn't come with them.

works well. looks really nice