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Airline battery ban forces Bluesmart shut down, sell to TravelPro

In somewhat sad news, we have learned that one of our favorite luggage companies, Bluesmart, is going bankrupt and selling its assets to TravelPro. The main reason for this is that many airlines have banned non-removable lithium ion batteries from luggage. And this is what Bluesmart based their business around. Its unfortunate because Bluesmart had just finished pre-orders for their much anticipated series 2 luggage. The Bluesmart shut down is rubbing many customers the wrong way as all warranty work is now on hold and any Series 2.0 luggage deliveries are being canceled.

We aren’t sure about how TravelPro may use the Bluesmart brand now, but we do know that non-removable batteries won’t be part of that plan.

What are alternatives to Bluesmart luggage?

The main draw of Bluesmart’s luggage was the ability to charge your electronics on the go. What we now recommend is to buy a decent sized USB battery charger and stow that in your personal item when you board the plane. Airlines have not banned these and they can often be even more convenient than having the battery in your carry on luggage since you can have it actually at your seat. We recommend one of the excellent portable batteries from Anker below.

Farewell Bluesmart

Hats off to you Bluesmart. Perhaps you were too ahead of your time.

Anker PowerCore 13000, Compact 13000mAh 2-Port Ultra-Portable Phone Charger Power Bank with PowerIQ and VoltageBoost Technology for iPhone, iPad, Samsung Galaxy (Black)

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Features

  • The Anker Advantage: Join the 20 million+ powered by our leading technology.
  • Upgraded Capacity: The successor to PowerCore 10400-identical compact size but packed with even more power. Charges an iPhone 8 almost 5 times, an iPhone X or Samsung Galaxy S8 3 times, or an iPad Air 2 once.
  • Light and Compact: A super-high 13000 mAh capacity with two high speed USB ports is all contained in a portable charger smaller than a wallet.
  • High-Speed Charging: PowerIQ and VoltageBoost combine to deliver a max speed charge to any device (up to 3A - Qualcomm Quick Charge not supported). Input: 5V / 2A.
  • What You Get: Anker PowerCore 13000 Portable Charger, Micro USB cable, travel pouch, welcome guide, our worry-free 18-month warranty and friendly customer service.

Portable Charger Anker PowerCore 20100mAh - Ultra High Capacity Power Bank with 4.8A Output, External Battery Pack for iPhone, iPad & Samsung Galaxy & More (Black)

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Features

  • The Anker Advantage: Join the 10 million+ powered by our leading technology.
  • Ultra-High Capacity: Weighs as little as a can of soup (12.5 oz) yet charges the iPhone 7 almost seven times, the Galaxy S6 five times or the iPad mini 4 twice.
  • High-Speed Charging: PowerIQ and VoltageBoost combine to deliver the fastest possible charge(does not support Qualcomm Quick Charge). Recharges itself in 10 hours with a 2 amp charger, phone chargers (generally 1 amp) may take up to 20 hours.
  • Certified Safe: Anker's MultiProtect safety system ensures complete protection for you and your devices.
  • What You Get: Anker PowerCore 20100 Portable Charger, Micro USB cable, travel pouch, welcome guide, our fan-favorite 18-month warranty and friendly customer service. Lightning cable for iPhone / iPad sold separately.

Anker PowerCore 10000, One of the Smallest and Lightest 10000mAh External Batteries, Ultra-Compact, High-speed Charging Technology Power Bank for iPhone, Samsung Galaxy and More

$49.99
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as of May 13, 2018 11:13 pm

Features

  • The Anker Advantage: Join the 20 million+ powered by our leading technology.
  • Remarkably Compact: One of the smallest and lightest 10000mAh portable charger. Provides almost three-and-a-half iPhone 8 charges or two-and-a-half Galaxy S8 charges.
  • High-speed-Charging Technology: Anker's exclusive PowerIQ and VoltageBoost combine to deliver the fastest possible charge for any device. Qualcomm Quick Charge not supported.
  • Certified Safe: Anker's MultiProtect safety system and high-quality LG battery cells ensure complete protection for you and your devices.
  • What You Get: Anker PowerCore 10000 portable charger, Micro USB cable, travel pouch, welcome guide, our worry-free 18-month warranty and friendly customer service. USB-C and Lightning cable for iPhone / iPad sold separately.

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