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This is arguably the most obvious item on the list, but a dead phone is no joke — especially if you’re traveling. One time I drove off in a rental car, only to discover it didn’t have the right USB port for my charging cable. Now what?
A mobile charger, aka battery pack, aka power bank, is essential. This one features three built-in charging cords, one each for micro-USB, USB-C and Lightning. That means you’re covered not just for modern devices, but also legacy ones. (Still using an older Kindle, perhaps?)
It also has a built-in USB Type-A cord for recharging its own battery. Now, there are zillions of power banks in all sizes and configurations; the important thing is to make sure you have one handy when you need it.
