PSA: Stop Using These Fire-Prone Anker Power Banks Right Now
PSA: Stop Using These Fire-Prone Anker Power Banks Right Now
Anker has recalled six power bank models in June alone due to issues from 'a single vendor.'
I have a bunch of Ankers, and of course at least one of them was part of this.
Edit/Clarification: Only certain serial numbers are affected. If your model is listed in this, you'll need to enter its serial number in the recall form to see if that specific unit is affected.
Models:
- Anker Power Bank (10K, 22.5W) — Model A1257
- Anker Power Bank (20,000mAh, 22.5W, Built-In USB-C Cable) — Model A1647
- Anker MagGo Power Bank (10,000mAh, 7.5W) — Model A1652
- Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 30W, Built-In USB-C and Lightning Cable) — Model A1681
- Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 30W, Built-In USB-C Cable) — Model A1689
- Anker PowerCore 10000 Power Bank — Model A1263
Resources:
- Recall Overview: https://www.anker.com/rc2506
- Product Recall Submission Form: https://www.anker.com/rc2506-form
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I always use anker accessories. I find them reliable.
I used to believe a lot of things.
Newegg sold really good products.
Blizzard made good games.
America is the land of the free.
Things change. Anker rose to the top for low priced products that were good. And now that they've become bigger, their output might get worse.
I'll be agreeing with you if I face any anomalies.
Bummer that they've gone downhill. Not sure what to recommend to people now.
Anker used to be my go-to recommendation for USB cables and chargers. All my Anker products have been working perfectly for 5-10 years now. But I don't own any of their newer products.
Their products are still solid. Any brand can have issues with their batteries (other companies use the same cells), and I don't see a reason to avoid their non-battery products like cables and chargers.
Have a gan charger from baseus and cables/usb & hdmi switch from ugreen that I'm satisfied with so far.