Flipkart has launched two new power banks under its private label Billion. First one is a 10000mAh RapidCharge power banks, Billion PB130 and Billion PB129, priced at Rs 799 whereas the 15000mAh HiEnergy Billion carrying model numbers PB131 and Billion PB131 power banks are priced at Rs 999. Both are compatible with all smartphones, tablets, laptops and feature multiple USB ports for charging. The 10,000 mAh power bank comes in Black and Copper colour variants whereas the 15,000 mAh power bank can be purchased in Rose Gold and Black colour models and both of them come with a one-year warranty.
The company says that the power banks equip battery packs, which retain maximum charge while idle with loss of less than three to four percent in a month. They sport a battery-level indicator, come with an LED torch and are rated to last for up to 500 charge/discharge cycles. Both power banks come with USB ports which support charging devices at 5V / 2.1A power output. The 10000mAh RapidCharge features three USB ports, while the 15000mAh HiEnergy Billion power bank comes with two USB ports.
"Our range of power banks has been built with Indians' needs at the core of its design – right from the colours, where research with customers showed Indians prefer rose gold and copper colours over the usual white and grey, to the multiple fast-charging ports, we’re delivering all of these thoughtfully designed features at a very compelling price point.” Hrishikesh Thite, Category Head of Billion, said in a press statement. As per the company, the power banks feature built-in short-circuit, temperature and over-voltage protection. They also boast of 7-way safety features.
Xiaomi has also recently launched its new "Made in India" Mi Power Bank 2i. The company launched them in November last year which offer 10000mAh and 20000mAh capacities and are priced starting at Rs 799.