This $10 Apple Watch accessory is a game-changer for battery life

Charging my Apple Watch 6 is as much a part of my daily routine as making my bed every morning. That’s because the smartwatch can only go about 18 hours (occasionally a full 24, depending on use) before needing juice.
As long as I’m home or sleeping in the same bed every night, keeping my Apple Watch powered up is an easy task. I charge it a little before I pass out, so I can use the Apple Watch sleep tracking feature. If needed, I top it off in the morning before my workout.
But what if I don’t have a charger handy? While I usually have an iPhone cable tucked into my backpack for my iPhone 12 Pro Max, spare Apple Watch cords are sparse. It’s also less likely a friend or relative has one handy if I visit their house and forget mine.
You can find a USB port just about anywhere, though. That’s why when I stumbled upon this Newdery portable Apple Watch charger on Amazon, I coughed up $10.
I’m usually a little wary of random, third-party Apple accessories — especially ones with mixed reviews. Some shoppers seemed impressed by the convenience of this keychain-friendly gadget, while others complained it didn’t meet expectations.
So I set my expectations low. Maybe it’s good I did, because this little charger has impressed the hell out of me. And it’s already paid for itself by helping me maintain my cherished movement streak when a dead battery placed it in jeopardy.


