PROS


  • Simple, yet functional
  • Can charge more than your iPod
  • Small


CONS

  • Needs to drop at least $10 in price
  • Only USB (no FireWire)


OVERALL
IMPRESSION



It’s small, functional, and looks great. Not much more one could ask for. If it wasn’t slightly overpriced (compared to other products on the market, or even similar Griffin units), I would have made this a must have. But as it stands, I would watch for these in your local Griffin Technology supply store and snag one once it dropped below the $20 mark. As far as USB vs FireWire, the second listed Con should be considered no more than a whisper as it would limit the charging capabilities for other devices. That said, we give the PowerBlock the following score: