Introduction
If you recall its carbon-fiber tripod, you already know these will be good but pricey.
Peak Design's hard-wearing, cleverly designed backpacks and tripods have a devoted following, and now the company is entering the world of phone chargers, stands, batteries and even cables. In a press release, Peak Design founder and CEO Peter Dering emphasized the goal to show how much better everyday power products could be through smart design choices, world firsts, premium build materials and pricing to match.
Travel Battery and Charging Stations
First up is the wireless Kickstand Travel Battery ($100), which Peak Design says is the first Qi2.3-certified wireless charger. At only 10.5mm thick, with a 5,000mAh capacity, it delivers 15W wireless charging unplugged and up to 5W when plugged in. The stand lets you mount the phone in portrait and landscape modes if you have MagSafe or PixelSnap compatibility.
There's also a new 2-in-1 wireless charging station ($100), made from die-cast aluminum and zinc. It has a duo of Qi 2.2 charging pads, both topping out at 25W. There's also a 5V USB-C port to charge smaller gadgets, like a smartwatch. It folds flat too, featuring a much smaller footprint than competing multi-device travel chargers.
Wall Chargers and Cables
Peak Design is tackling simpler devices too, with its Dual Slim Charger ($65), which uses GaN technology and outputs up to 65W to its two USB-C ports. Instead of a bulky cube charger, Peak Design went with a slimmer design that is half an inch thick and equipped with fold-flat prongs.
The company is also offering its new UltraStrand cables, which claim to offer exceptional kink resistance and durability alongside a lifetime guarantee. Each cable includes an integrated clip to prevent tangles. Cable prices start at $25 for 60W, with a $40 option supporting up to 240W, in lengths ranging from 15cm to 2 meters.
Availability
All of these new devices are available to order directly from the manufacturer and select retailers, with global availability scheduled for mid-November.
