Guest Post / Android Authority
Your everyday carry (EDC) backpack is more than just a place to stash your lunch and keys; it’s your mobile command center, your lifeline for productivity, and your source of peace of mind. But a great bag is only as good as the essential technology inside.
After years of commuting, working remotely, and traveling, I’ve refined my daily payload down to the non-negotiables — the gear that offers maximum utility and rock-solid reliability without weighing me down. Whether you’re a heavy commuter or someone who can’t risk a dead phone, these are my top five recommendations to help you be truly prepared for any occasion.
What's the most essential accessory you carry everywhere? 18 votes A powerful power bank. 17 % A reliable USB-C cable. 6 % A pair of good earbuds. 44 % Noise-canceling headphones. 11 % A phone holder/stand. 17 % Something else (tell us in the comments). 6 %
UGREEN Nexode Power Bank
Guest Post / Android Authority
One product every backpack needs is a reliable power bank with a large enough capacity to charge your phone at least once. That’s always been my rule, and anything that comes after is a huge bonus. Secondly, the power bank must have fast charging to quickly top up my devices and prevent me from being stranded without my gadgets.
The UGREEN Nexode Power Bank has a massive 20,000 mAh battery. It’s relatively affordable, portable, and it even has a display — which is impressive, given it also shows you the charging speed — which I always want to know — and an adorable animation.
It’s a compact power bank, and it can fit in most backpacks. It’s not too heavy, so it can even fit in smaller handbags, and it can simultaneously charge three devices, including a laptop, at up to 100W. It’s a true powerhouse, and the first thing I pack when I leave the house, go on a work trip, or on a holiday.
Anker USB-C cable
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