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Kivoren
Magnetic wireless power bank for phones
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What it does
A flat, white magnetic power bank that holds onto the back of your phone by magnet and charges it by induction, with no cable, while you keep using it. It works with phones that have a magnetic ring in the back or a magnetic case. It recharges by USB and fits in a pocket together with the phone.
Specifications
| Product type | Magnetic power bank with wireless charging |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh (18.5 Wh) |
| Wireless charging | By induction, up to 15 W; the phone decides how much power it draws |
| Port | 1 USB-C port for recharging the power bank and for charging by cable |
| Compatibility | Phones with wireless charging and a magnetic ring in the back, such as iPhones with MagSafe; other wireless-charging phones, with a magnetic case |
| Air travel | Allowed in cabin baggage (under 100 Wh); not in checked baggage |
| Dimensions and weight | Approx. 10 × 6.5 × 1.3 cm; 130 g |
| Materials | ABS and polycarbonate plastic casing; lithium polymer cells |
| Colour | White |
| Guarantee | 3-year legal guarantee |
What's in the box
- 1 Kivoren magnetic power bank
- 1 USB cable for recharging the power bank
- Instruction manual
Read the full description
Kivoren is a magnetic power bank for phones: a flat, white pad that holds onto the back of the phone by magnet and charges it by induction, with no cable between the two. It is made for anyone who runs short of battery by mid-afternoon and does not want a cable hanging off their phone: travel, long days out or a full day of errands. It works with phones that have a magnetic ring in the back or that wear a magnetic case.
A magnetic power bank: it sticks to the phone and goes with it
The charging face has a ring of magnets that matches the one in the phone. You bring it up to the back of the phone, it centres itself and stays put, so power bank and phone are held as one piece. You can keep calling, typing or taking photos while it charges, and put the two in your pocket together.
The magnet copes with normal use in the hand, but it is not a clamp: a tug or a very tight pocket can shift it. If it moves out of place, charging stops until you centre it again.
A wireless power bank: no cable, at its own pace
The energy passes by induction, as it does on desktop charging pads. It is handier than a cable and also slower: part of the energy is lost as heat, and it is normal for the phone and the power bank to get warm. It is for topping up while you get on with your day, not for filling the phone in a hurry.
For it to work, the phone has to support wireless charging and have magnets in its back. If yours charges wirelessly but has no magnets, a magnetic case or a stick-on metal ring lets the power bank hold on. Thick or metal cases and cards kept behind the phone weaken the magnet and cut off charging.
A small power bank that recharges by USB
It is flat and takes up less room than the phone itself, so it fits in a trouser pocket or a handbag. It recharges through its USB port with your phone's charger, and an indicator shows how much charge is left.
The capacity and the power, which decide how much charge you get and how fast, are in the specifications table. Bear in mind that no power bank delivers its full rated capacity, and by induction even less than by cable.
How to use it
Charge it before you leave
Connect it to a USB charger until the indicator shows it is full.
Bring it up to the back of the phone
Put the ring side against the back of the phone, or of its magnetic case, and let the magnet centre it.
Check that it is charging
Charging usually starts by itself. If not, press the button on the power bank and look for the charging icon on your phone.
Take it off when you finish
Peel it away from one edge and keep it in a pocket, away from keys and coins.
Care and maintenance
Keep it somewhere dry and cool. If you will not use it for several weeks, leave it half charged and top it up every few months: lithium batteries age faster when they spend a long time completely full or empty. Wipe the casing with a dry cloth and keep the USB port clear. Check the magnet side now and then: it picks up metal filings and staples that can scratch the phone.
Frequently asked questions
How many times does a magnetic power bank charge a phone?
It depends on the capacity of the power bank and that of your phone; both are measured in mAh. No power bank delivers its full rated capacity, and by induction a little more is lost than by cable, as heat. Flat magnetic power banks usually give enough to see the day out, not several charges. The capacity of this model is in the specifications table.
Can you take a power bank on a plane?
Power banks travel in cabin baggage, never in checked luggage, and airlines limit both their energy, which is measured in watt-hours, and their use on board. The figure for this model is in the specifications table and on its label: compare it with your airline's conditions before you fly.
Is it a power bank compatible with MagSafe and with Android?
It is made for phones with wireless charging and a ring of magnets in the back, which Apple calls MagSafe on its iPhones. On an Android phone with wireless charging but no magnets, you need a magnetic case or a stick-on ring for it to hold. If the phone does not support wireless charging, it will not charge by contact. This model's compatibility is in the specifications table.
Does it work with a case on?
With a magnetic case, yes: that is what it is made for. With a thin case without magnets it may charge, but it holds on poorly or not at all. Thick cases, metal ones, wallet cases and those with a ring or stand stuck on the back keep the power bank too far from the phone: the magnet loses strength and charging cuts out or runs hotter.
Does a magnetic power bank charge more slowly than one with a cable?
Yes, induction charging is normally slower than a cable, and you notice it more when you use the phone at the same time. In exchange there is no cable to plug in or get in the way. The power of this model is in the specifications table; the phone decides how much it draws, so it will never receive more than it accepts.
Can I use my phone while it charges from the power bank?
Yes, that is the idea: the power bank is held on behind and you can make calls, browse the web or watch videos. Charging will be a little slower because the phone is using power at the same time. It is normal for the power bank and the phone to get slightly warm. If either gets very hot, separate them and let them cool down.
