Anker Bumps Its Tiny Anker Nano USB-C Power Adapter Up to 20W [Updated]

[MacRumors]

Popular accessory brand Anker today is launching its latest diminutive charger, a 20W Anker Nano that packs fast-charging power into a tiny wall adapter.

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The new Anker Nano, priced at $19.99, is an updated version of the previous PowerPort III Nano, raising the power from 18 watts to 20 watts to match the wattage of the fast charger Apple is launching alongside the new iPad Air. But even with the higher wattage, the Anker Nano with USB-C is roughly the same size as Apple's barebones 5-watt USB-A charger.

With it looking more and more like Apple won't be including a charger in the box with the iPhone 12 lineup, users will be looking at their charging options, whether it be existing chargers around the house or new chargers from Apple or third parties. The Anker Nano is capable of charging an iPhone to around 50% in just 30 minutes, and similar performance should be anticipated with the iPhone 12 lineup.

Anker has variants of the Anker Nano available for the US, UK, and EU markets, and with the new iPhone right around the corner, Anker has put together a "survival kit" of recommended accessories to help users get the most out of their charging setups.

In addition to the 20W Anker Nano that offers an extremely portable solution for fast charging a single device, Anker's 60W PowerPort III offers a pair of USB-C ports to charge two devices such as a combination of iPhone, iPad, and smaller Mac notebook models simultaneously. It also comes with interchangeable prongs for US, UK, and EU outlets.

And for connecting your devices to the chargers, Anker offers its PowerLine III USB-C to USB-C cable for charging your Mac notebook, iPad Pro, or the upcoming iPad Air and its high-end braided PowerLine+ III USB-C to Lightning cable for charging your iPhone or a lower-end iPad. For those looking for a cheaper Lightning option, there's also Anker's Powerline II USB-C to Lightning cable.

Update: This article originally stated that the new Anker Nano was a gallium nitride (GaN) adapter, but Anker has since clarified that this is not the case.

Article Link: Anker Bumps Its Tiny Anker Nano USB-C Power Adapter Up to 20W [Updated]

 

[MichaelQ]

Um..... what iPhone is that exactly ??

 

[iPrabhu]

It's good that accessory makers coming up with the fast chargers. But, what is the toll its gonna take on the longevity of the batteries on the phones?

 

[MrCrowbar]

Um..... what iPhone is that exactly ??

If it wasn't for the weirdly placed camera on the notch and the non-apple looking battery icon, you could think they messed up.

 

[Kramy]

Small notch.

 

[farewelwilliams]

of course this happened right after i got my 18w yesterday

 

[itsmilo]

could I buy this and use the usb-c to lightning cable that came with the AirPod Pro to fast charge my iPhone XS Max or do I need a special cable for that?

Also what is the difference between the Nano III (20w) and the PowerPort III. They both cost the same (here) but the PowerPort III seems to have even 30w

 

[Costino1]

I dont trust these chargers. Im always afraid they'll spontaneously combust or fry my battery.

 

[SuperCachetes]

could I buy this and use the usb-c to lightning cable that came with the AirPod Pro to fast charge my iPhone XS Max or do I need a special cable for that?

The Apple USB-C to Lightning cable will work totally fine with this.

I dont trust these chargers. Im always afraid they'll spontaneously combust or fry my battery.

Because of the brand, or the wattage? Anker is great stuff. My house (and formerly, my office...) are covered with their products, including Qi and USB-C chargers. As far as the wattage, the phones only draw what they need. I’ve been using an Anker brick with a larger output than this on my XS Max for two years. No issues or complaints at all - and according to iOS 14, my max battery capacity is still 96%. Not too shabby for a phone I’m ready to replace in a month or so.

 

[manu chao]

It's good that accessory makers coming up with the fast chargers. But, what is the toll its gonna take on the longevity of the batteries on the phones?

Everything is a compromise. But if you are as obsessive as I am, you can opt to use the slowest possible charger to charge your phone overnight and use the fast chargers only if you need a quick top-up during the day if, eg, you need to rush out of the house again.

 

[manu chao]

As far as the wattage, the phones only draw what they need. I’ve been using an Anker brick with a larger output than this on my XS Max for two years. No issues or complaints at all - and according to iOS 14, my max battery capacity is still 96%. Not too shabby for a phone I’m ready to replace in a month or so.

Unlike some other products. Jaybird Bluetooth headphones come with a warning in their manual that it is best to only use the lowest wattage chargers (computer USB ports are described as the best solution as they by default only provide 5 W). I might have fried a pair of Jaybirds that stopped charging after having used a 12-W charger with them. Of course, Bluetooth headphones have tiny batteries and circuits and thus could be forgiven for being a bit more sensitive.

 

[manu chao]

Also what is the difference between the Nano III (20w) and the PowerPort III. They both cost the same (here) but the PowerPort III seems to have even 30w

I don't see a PowerPort III with 30 W listed at: https://www.anker.com/products/108/203/wall-chargers

 

[itsmilo]

I don't see a PowerPort III with 30 W listed at: https://www.anker.com/products/108/203/wall-chargers

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[manu chao]

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You are right. I've search for the number 30 on that page while only some products had the power rating in their name and I thus missed that product. But I also searched for the number 17 (as in $17.99, the price of the Powerport III Nano) and didn't find another product. The Powerport III mini there is listed at $21.99 thus answering your question what the difference is: It is more expensive while providing a higher power rating.

 

[Aston441]

About that picture of the phone: still with power button on the side. DEEP LOUD SIGH

😔

 

[gk4]

Um..... what iPhone is that exactly ??

It's from the renders people were making up a few years back guessing what a rumored iPhone SE X would look like.

 

[itsmilo]

You are right. I've search for the number 30 on that page while only some products had the power rating in their name and I thus missed that product. But I also searched for the number 17 (as in $17.99, the price of the Powerport III Nano) and didn't find another product. The Powerport III mini there is listed at $21.99 thus answering your question what the difference is: It is more expensive while providing a higher power rating.

strange cuz both are 19€ on Amazon here so I am guessing it’s size +10w less VS little bigger but 30w.

What is the most the iPhone can use for fast charging? Would there be a difference between 20 and 30w or is it limited anyway

 

[simonmet]

of course this happened right after i got my 18w yesterday

If you boughtfrom Apple you can return it.

But this doesn’t look much or any smaller than the 18W charger, so I wouldn’t bother.

I suppose the GaN chargers are more efficient though.

 

[Reelknead1]

I have the 18W version of this charger and it is fantastic. This along with a fast charging Anker PowerCore Slim battery is perfect for people on the go.

 

[manu chao]

What is the most the iPhone can use for fast charging? Would there be a difference between 20 and 30w or is it limited anyway

Quick Googling brought up these results:

• iPhone 7/8: 12 W
• iPhone X: 18 W
• iPhone 11: 22 W (but only for a relatively small portion of the charging process)

 

[wood1208]

Good to pack more power output in a smaller package but does it function reliably for a long term usage under varying room temperature/condition because the heat dissipation is slower/less making the internal electronics of the adapter/device fail sooner ? That is the question!!
No disrespect to Anker as they make good electronics. Also to consider something like this.. AUKEY USB C Charger Omnia 65W Fast Charger (Dual Port USB C PD 3.0 Plus USB A) with GaNFast Technology. I don't have it or used but the point is one smaller adapter that can output high W through USB C PD and USB A for Macbook and phone charging at the same time.

 

[jmgregory1]

I’ve got a couple of their 18w versions around the house and they’re great. You get the small and inconspicuous look, with the high wattage speed. These are what I’ll buy from now on, when my wife needs a new charger and the kids lose theirs.

 

[bodonnell202]

I dont trust these chargers. Im always afraid they'll spontaneously combust or fry my battery.

I’m scared of some of the no name stuff out there, but Anker makes quality products and I use them all the time (over Apple cables and chargers even).

 

[MacAddict1978]

I’m scared of some of the no name stuff out there, but Anker makes quality products and I use them all the time (over Apple cables and chargers even).

I also have had good luck with Anker. Costco often had cable bundles with 4 cables (two 6 feet, two 3 feet) for less or the same as 1 Apple branded cable, and then another bundle with 2 cables and the charger for the price of 1 apple charging block.

 

[citysnaps]

I’m scared of some of the no name stuff out there, but Anker makes quality products and I use them all the time (over Apple cables and chargers even).

Same here. Are Anker chargers UL listed?