Embark on a journey fueled by boundless energy with the Gizzu Hero Core UPS Power Station, your steadfast companion for seamless power on the move. With a mighty 512Wh battery capacity, this dynamo ensures an abundant supply of electricity wherever your adventures take you. Whether you’re venturing into the great outdoors or braving the dark realms of load shedding, rest assured that your devices will remain charged and ready for action.

Crafted with a blend of elegance and resilience, the Gizzu Hero Core stands as a beacon of reliability amidst uncertainty. Its sleek design not only captivates the eye but also withstands the rigors of any expedition, promising unwavering performance when you need it most. Say goodbye to interruptions and embrace a world where power flows endlessly, courtesy of the versatile Gizzu Hero Core UPS Power Station.

The Gizzu Hero Core has a cubicle rugged design that is made with tough durable plastic. Its design allows for compact and portability a staple of Gizzu products and is awesomely coloured with a green detail to it.

Out the Box

• Gizzu Hero Core 512Wh UPS Power Station x1 
• AC Charging Cable x1 
• Cigarette lighter to Anderson Plug Cable x1 
• User Manual x1 

Specs

Estimated Run Time

• Router (5W): 81.9 hrs 
• DSTV Decoder (20W): 20.5 hrs 
• Laptop (50W): 8.2 hrs 
• Electric Fan (80W): 5.1 hrs 
• Home Sound System (95W): 4.3 hrs 
• 42″ LED TV (100W): 4.1 hrs 
• Gaming Console (120W): 3.4 hrs 
• Slow Cooker (250W): 1.6 hrs 
• Desktop PC (300W): 1.4 hrs 
• Single-Door Fridge (400W): 1 hrs 

Our testing on a  120W 55” TV gave us a run time of 3 Hours 50 Min  

Retail

As much as its marketed towards outdoor usage, people working remotely at home will find massive benefit from the Gizzu Hero Core as having this as a dedicated source of power for when your main power supply is turned off allows work to be continued for a long period of time. The Gizzu Hero Core retails between R7500 and R8000 and includes a 2 year warranty.

The high variety of ports to draw power from makes this product very versatile also when you take into consideration that they have dedicated on and off buttons maximising dedicated power without loss from the multiple ports. A nice quality of life feature is the sound notification that informs you what’s currently happening with the Gizzu Hero Core. The Gizzu Hero Core does a good job of displaying live information so that you can see what’s on, how much of power its drawing and how fast its dropping which allows you to be informed giving you a sense of time regarding this device. The incorporation of solar charging gives it a very cost saving element more specifically indoors as you don’t have to see that light bill at the end of the month and have a heart attack. The MVP has to be the GIzzu Hero Cores feature of UPS mode where by once connected and your power goes off it switches over to uninterrupted power supply in 10 milliseconds without any physical changing on the device. The battery incorporated in the GIzzu Hero Core is top of the line and gives a high quality of long lasting use.

The Gizzu Hero Core 800W 512WH UPS Portable Power Station rates a 9.8/10 for its amazing design, long lasting and never wasting power, its quality of life features and its versatile functionality.

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Introducing the Electro Delta: an innovative 60-watt mini DC UPS that redefines portable power solutions. Compact yet robust, this cutting-edge device is engineered with versatility in mind, seamlessly catering to an extensive range of devices. From keeping critical electronics running during power outages to empowering your on-the-go tech setup with uninterrupted performance, the Electro Delta is your ultimate ally. Its sleek design and unparalleled reliability make it a must-have for anyone seeking efficient power solutions in any situation.

Specs

At the centre of the unit we have the power on button, 3 LED indicators for status for AC Power, AC back up and Overloaded. You also have a battery indicator showing 25% 50% and 100%. The back is where we find our POE lan port as well as selective voltage of 15 and 24. There is also a 19V 5 amp port, 4 12V 8 amp ports, 9V 3 amp port and 2 40V in. On the front is where you will find the 12V solar input and the USB charging port. The front also has a fan for cooling on the top air intakes as well as vents underneath and on the sides for regulating cooling.

Run TImes

Cctv camera – 2.5 hours 

Camera, portable gaming station , smartphone, tablets LED Bulbs – 4 hours  

Router and ONU – 6 hours  

POE Phone – 8 Hours 

Retail

The Elecstor Delta Mini DC UPS retails between R1400 and R1500.

The battery capacity of the Elecstor Delta Mini DC UPS allows for specific use such as powering wifi and such. It isn’t a generator to power your entire home but with loadshedding it can be a source of power to get you through loadshedding times powering wifi maybe laptop or phones for some time killing activities. TechSceneZA rates the Elecstor Delta Mini DC UPS a 7/10 for it being the useful backup power supply.

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Now in the New Year we’ve only got so much of time before we have to get back to work and now is the time to relax. Who really can relax when loadshedding is like a ninja waiting in the shadows to strike and make us all miserable. Well Anker comes to the rescue with its 535 512W Portable Power station.

The Anker 535 512W Portable Power station is a long lasting power station which has a 10 year life span and comes with priority infinity power technology, lithium ion phosphate polymer batteries, ultra durable electronics, smart temperature controlled system, impact resistant structural design. When you purchase the Anker 535 512W Portable Power station you get the power station, 120W 220V wall adapter for charging the power station, car charger, 5 years guarentee and a 2 or 3pinnnnnnnnn .

The power station is definitely a hefty boi which has a durabley functional and mobile design and is easy to handle. On the top left you have your 12V car socket output with its dedicated on switch, Next to that is the display with underneath it being a USB C output then 3 USB A outputs which has a Smart function where only once its connected will it generate power. Next to the display is the 2 220V outputs as well as underneath a power saving button. Underneath the outputs we have a light bar. At the back of the device we have our DC input. On the side there is 2 vents which control the cooling of the power station when it is on.

The Anker 535 512W Portable Power station is also fairly simple to use. As each port has their own power button all you have to do is plug and switch on that port. One of the cool features of the Power station is that if your using one or multiple ports, the display will show you which ports your using and how many hours it will last. Anker has listed out some the charging times which are:

Estimated Run Time & Test Results

• Phone = 40 charges
• Camera = 30.5 charges
• Drone = 10.2 charges
• Fan = 11.8 hours
• Mini Fridge = 10.4 hours

TechSceneZA Test Results:

• TV = 6 hours
• Desktop Setup = 4 hours

The Anker 535 512W Portable Power station is targeted to mid to high market and targets anyone doing outdoor activities. Most people experience 2 hour loadshedding cuts that can be skipped very easily, I personally sleep through it but for those that experience multiple cuts and for long periods of time this is perfect for you. The Anker 535 512W Portable Power station retails for R8000 and can be purchased here.

One of the main pros to this device is its display, more specifically the device displaying which ports are used, how much power its pulling and the total run time the power station has based on what ports being used. I mean that kinda quality of life feature enables you to plan out what your doing and how long your doing, giving you control over your electricity in situations where you have none. Each port has their on dedicated switch as well as an indicator that shows whether the port is in use or is off. These kinda of additions to devices shows a level of understanding for the product that Anker has from the customers perspective. The battery life is extended duration if controlled properly can last very long and as such a factor everyone should consider when purchasing this device.

One feature that we at TechSceneZA hopes get added in to other models is an indicator either sound visual or both that notifies you at low battery percentages. With Anker setting a standard of incorporating features that help make the device better for use, this is one feature that should definitely be implemented. Another such feature is possibly a button that allows you to have the display stay on all the time or off after a few seconds. For our cons of the device you can see its only additions we would like to be added by and not anything we have found that was faulty or lessens the value of the Anker 535 512W Portable Power station.

For its price the Anker 535 512W Portable Power station fully brings its value and worth to the table. Providing extended durations of power while notifying you and giving you the control of your electricity this device is brilliant. For these reasons we at TechSceneZA give the Anker 535 512W Portable Power station a 9.5/10 and hope that it can provide everyone the electricity they need to continue living.

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Are you bored during Loadshedding? Sitting unsure of what to do, unable to think of ways to pass the time until Eskom says let there be light. Well today we reviewing the Elecstor 100 Watt Portable Power Station which will help shine a light or power charge on any single device you need for 2 whole hours until Eskom finally flips the switch.

Product Features

• Power a wide range of home and entertainment devices during power outages or on-the-go via the 3-point South African plug port. 
• Power a router and fibre ONU (Optical Network Unit). 
• Keep your mobile devices charged with several USB ports. 
• 155Wh High-capacity ternary lithium batteries 
• LED Flashlight 
• Solar Recharging 
• Portable and lightweight, perfect for camping and outdoor activities.

Specs

Retail

The Elecstor 100 Watt Portable Power Station retails between R2800 to R3500. There are a variety of wattage devices for use: 1500w – R22000-R24500

500w – R7300 -R8500 

300w – R5000-R5500 

This Power station is for everyone affected by Loadshedding and for people that want minimal power charging when going outdoors and doing outdoor activities.

Battery Life

This Power Station really is a quality of life for South Africans as the constant extended periods of loadshedding are crippling people nation wide and disrupting our day to day lives. The Elecstor 100 Watt Portable Power Station helps to put power in your hands when Eskom is unable to put power in your home. One thing of note is that the Elecstor 100 Watt Portable Power Station nifty LED flashlight comes in clutch if you ever forget to stockpile on candles.

The Elecstor Power Stations impressed us at TechSceneZA in a number of ways. We very much like the portability and feather like weight of this power station, possessing the ability to not be tethered to any spot in your house and easily being protected from natures elements is a huge plus. Some advice will be to read the manual for the super quick tutorial of the Elecstor 100 Watt Portable Power Station which will be a quick read as this power station is very simple to use and requires no engineering degree. In our testing we have also found out that your able to power your car through the cigarette socket. From our testing the charging time was about double the manufacturers charging time which isn’t great but that just means before you sleep you plug it in and wake up with a full battery.

We can only give the Elecstor 100 Watt Portable Power Station a 9.5/10 for its portability, sustained charging and backup lighting features. This Power Station is definitely on the list for your survival pack during Loadshedding and we highly advise you to picking it up before your power goes off.

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This is apart of the Volkano Sustain Series and it promises us up to 4 hours of up time through its 19.24 watt-hour or 5200 mAh battery.

Product features

• It has a 12V and 9V output, 5V USB output and and 24V power over ethernet output.
• It has overcharge and over discharge protection.
• It comes built-in with overcurrent and short circuit protection.
• Comes with a 2m cable extension.

The Volkano Mini UPS retails for R680 on Takealot . It has a sister prouduct for WIFI or CCTV devices with a multi-output that retails for R800.

This device is geared to a single output rather than a multi-output. It is more an ADSL, than a fiber output, because on fiber you would have your ONT and your router. On ADSL you would only have your router.

One thing to mention about this device is that you need to check if your router is compatible with the output connector. We had this issue, as it connects to our ONT but our D-Link 825 router has a different charging pin compared to the output. It can catch you out, you need to do your homework before you go out and purchase it. All Huawei devices would be supported by this charging pin.

When testing was done, it took 6.5 – 7 hours to charge fully and it lasted around 4.5 hours. It was just running one device, which was our ONT. As a single output device, for keeping it on for 4 hours, it works great. Another thing that contributes to this is that it has a manual on and off button, this is bittersweet. You can switch it off when it is not in use and prolong its life or you can mistakenly switch it on and kill the device.

This device unfortunately does not have the the beeping function like a UPS to indicate that battery is being used at that it is on. You have to look at the device to know if its on or off. The fact that it comes built-in with a USB port, is absolutely useful. I mean many of us tend to charge or phones 5 minutes before loadshedding kicks in, and you can charge you phone even if the power is out,

Personal opinion

It would be nice if they has a support listing which routers can connect with the cable, or even if they offered a different cable that can be used to connect other devices that aren’t supported by the supplied cable. However it is a great device, and if you are thinking of purchasing it, go ahead you won’t regret it.

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The Volcano Booster 2.0 powerbank is Volkanos solution to our constant need to always be charging our smartphones.

Product features

• 10 000 MaH
• 15 mm ultra slim design
• Light weight
• 2 USB charging ports @ 2.1A (fast charging)
• Convenient wireless charging

The Volcano powerbank meets the market demand and appeals to anyone with a smart phone, not just people with battery issues or high volume users.

Price

The Volcano powerbank can be found within the price range of R200 to R500 at many retailers.

• R200 – Makro
• R332 – Loot
• R450 – Other retailers

Pros and Cons

This is a bang for your buck product, With it being lightweight and convenient with an amazing build quality and Matt feel to it.The 10 000 MaH battery capacity allows you to not only recharge your phone once but many times over.

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