From knock-off old-man's electric vehicles to industrial giant

Chapter 212 No, is that right? (4400)

Just do it.

Yunfei opened the packaging box.

I'm going to take a look at the actual product.

however.

He froze the next second.

What appears before you is a power bank with a frosted outer shell and an aesthetically pleasing design, lying quietly in the packaging box.

He thought the picture on the cover was pretty good.

But he still suspected that it was fabricated and exaggerated.

Seeing the actual product now, I'm even more amazed.

You should know that when it comes to good technological electronic products, everything else can be deceiving, but outstanding appearance design is the one thing that can't be faked.

Yunfei couldn't resist picking up the Polaris power bank.

My first impression upon receiving it.

So light.

So thin...

It feels great to the touch.

I couldn't resist playing with it from top to bottom and front to back a couple of times.

"Wow... This thinness and lightness, and the design are quite impressive."

Yunfei was surprised.

He was initially very critical of the brand's pricing.

But the texture and lightness he felt in his hand shattered his expectations.

To achieve this level of quality, the cost of mold making and design is not low. In addition, there is the rounded corners and surface design. If you cover up the brand logo alone, people would believe it is an Apple power bank.

The key is that it's so thin.

It's thinner than any ultra-thin power bank he's ever seen!

This thickness is probably less than 8mm, right?
Yunfei took a ruler and measured it, then discovered an astonishing figure.

The overall thickness is only 6.5mm.

It weighs only 98g.

That's outrageous!!

……

of course.

To talk about thinness and lightness without considering capacity and charging speed is simply irresponsible.

Yunfei glanced at the markings on the casing again.

3300mAh capacity.

He immediately gasped for breath.

The density is not quite right.

Although he didn't disassemble it, based on past experience and the estimated energy density of this volume, isn't it a bit excessive?
Yunfei felt a mixture of surprise and uncertainty.

"Never mind, let's test it by charging first, and then calculate it by conversion rate to find out if it really has 3000mAh."

He plugged it in and charged the ultra-thin power bank to its full capacity.

The brand sent two power banks, which made it easier for him to test them separately.

It charged for about five minutes during the charging process.

Yunfei couldn't help but touch the outer shell with his hand.

Then he showed an incredulous expression.

Almost no fever!
It really does match the advertising slogan on the packaging!

Damn it.

...

"Wait, don't panic..."

"The indoor temperature is not high right now, and this power bank is almost fully charged, so the charging current is not large and it is normal that it does not get hot."

Yunfei convinced himself.

Once the power bank in front of us is fully charged...

He couldn't wait to connect the test charging cable with protocol and voltage/current display to the power bank's USB-C port, and plugged the other end into his phone.

Testing for common fast charging protocols such as QC2.0 and PD2.0 has been released.

Wired power consumption remained in the 15W range.

His main test was on the heat generated during charging.

While 15W may not be as powerful as the proprietary protocols of various companies, it is still quite high. In his experience, no power bank can maintain this power level and keep the temperature low. Most of them will feel noticeable heat after charging for three to five minutes, and some with poor heat dissipation will even reduce the power.

Yunfei deliberately waited until three minutes and fifty-eight seconds had passed before touching it with his finger.

Then I froze.

It wasn't the kind of obvious heat or burning sensation, but rather a slightly warm feeling. And when I looked at the charging power, it was still stubbornly maintaining around 12W.

"Holy crap, how can they control the heat generation at this thickness? What kind of battery cell is this?!"

Yunfei was truly shocked!

Judging from its performance, it probably really does justify the price of 298.

There are several high-end power banks on the market that cost several hundred yuan, but they are not on the same track as this one. They win by having a large capacity, such as 20,000 mAh, power banks with built-in memory cards, and even power banks that combine speakers and flashlights. But none of them can match the impact of this one.

"However, isn't the wireless charging feature a bit of a gimmick? The magnetic ring is indeed ingenious, but there are far too few models on the market that support it. Even Apple doesn't support wireless charging."

Yunfei carefully examined the accompanying accessories and product manual.

He doesn't have any Samsung flagship phones here. It's said that domestic Android phones will have wireless charging functionality in the second half of the year, but I don't know if that's true.

"But thanks to this magnetic ring, even wired charging with a short cable is a good experience, and it can definitely be regarded as a battery clip."

Yunfei tried this method of use and found that it works quite well even without wireless charging. Simply using the magnetic ring to fix it to the back with a wired connection, the ultra-thin and lightweight design brings a completely different experience from mainstream power banks on the market.

Very surprised.

After a series of tests, his previous judgment was almost completely overturned.

This is an extremely novel thing for a hardcore digital blogger.

……

"Yunfei, what are you doing with so much energy?"

Just then, another core member of GeekBay returned.

Yunfei turned around and casually called out, "Oh, Piao-ge, you're back just in time. I have a rather serious test coming up that might cause an explosion. Can you help me out?"

Piao Ge was taken aback.

"Holy crap—an explosion? What the hell are you trying to do?"

Yunfei picked up the Polaris power bank and shook it.

"This power bank is advertised as having a 3300mAh capacity, not getting hot while charging, and meeting 3C standards... Do you believe it?"

Piao Ge glanced at it, noticing its very unique casing and thinness, and was immediately surprised. Then he decisively shook his head: "I don't believe it."

This size has a 3300mAh capacity? And it can charge without getting hot?

"But I've tested it all, and it's pretty much as the brand said. It doesn't get hot to the touch when charging, and the heat generation is significantly lower than other flagship power banks. The capacity is about the same too. Isn't that outrageous?"

Yunfei said helplessly.

Strictly speaking, it's not completely heat-free, but the warm feeling is no more than 36-37 degrees Celsius, which is already incredible considering its size and charging power.

"The brand also advertised two other points: that the needles won't cause flaming and that the cycle life can reach 800 times. We can't measure the cycle life right now, but we really need to investigate the point about the needles not causing flaming. Go find the tools..."

Yunfei was taking it too seriously; simple, ordinary tests were no longer enough to satisfy his thirst for knowledge.

Or perhaps he simply doesn't believe that such a powerful pouch cell exists.

Anyway, the brand sent two over, so even if one is damaged, they still have one left.

Many power banks made with pouch cells are lucky if they don't bulge, let alone offer any safety guarantees.

"You're really going all out. This power bank has such a delicate casing; I'd be heartbroken if you damaged it."

Piao Ge was speechless, but still cooperated and started to act.

After a while.

The two set up the camera and went to an open outdoor area.

After fully charging the power bank, Yunfei put on sunglasses, held a hammer and a long nail in his hand, and prepared to smash the frosted shell of the Polar Star power bank.

Although he was squatting, it was a posture meant to prevent an explosion.

Since their studio doesn't have a professional testing platform, they can only use this primitive method.

Fortunately, the capacity and voltage of the battery cell in front of him were not large; if they were larger, he would not have dared to use this physical testing method.

With a loud bang, the steel nail slammed in and pierced through the outer casing.

Yunfei sprang up from his spot like a startled bird, retreating three or four meters in an instant.

But the expected thing did not happen.

The two stared wide-eyed, their faces full of curiosity.

A wisp of smoke emerged from the spot where the steel nail had pierced the battery, but the bulging of the battery cell and the subsequent explosion did not occur.

After waiting for about two or three minutes.

The outer casing wasn't noticeably bulging. Yunfei carefully approached, examined it closely, and then picked up the power bank.

Their eyes widened in shock. The two stared at each other.

They couldn't help but swallow hard, their mouths dry.

"How do you mean? They actually withstood it!" Piao Ge's eyes gradually went from playful to blank.

"What else can I say? It's terrifying. I've never seen such durable battery cells and power bank products!" Yunfei felt very excited.

When all the functions he considered boastful are realized, the whole meaning changes.

"Did you just record it?"

"It's been recorded."

"That's good enough to make a video about; I'd call it the ultimate product!!"

……

[A power bank of unparalleled power quality you've never experienced before]

A video uploaded to a website has attracted the attention of netizens.

"Ladies and gentlemen, you will find it hard to believe that this is a power bank manufactured by an automaker. It is thin, stylish, feels good in the hand, charges quickly, and even has wireless charging capabilities."

By packing a 3300mAh capacity into such a limited space, it went against the grain in a market dominated by large-capacity brick-shaped power banks, creating a card-like, snap-fit ​​charging method.

This battery cell not only meets the 3C standard, but it's also said to withstand needle penetration. We didn't believe it at first, until we actually tested it… which shattered my understanding of power bank safety.

Yunfei explained everything in detail in the video.

See the comments section below.

"Thirst Bend has been updated."

"This power bank is interesting, and it looks so good!"

"Wow, what's the name of this power bank... Star Auto is making power banks?!"

"666, a truly impressive test!"

...

Bystanders and netizens were shocked!

When I saw this Polestar power bank, my first impression was one of amazement.

My second feeling was surprise.

Many people have heard of the Xingchen Auto brand, but no one expected it to appear on a digital review channel.

The parameters shown in the video left them completely bewildered!

The number of views continues to surge.

There is no other reason.

Even professional review bloggers like Lian Yunfei were shocked when they saw the advertisement for this power bank.

Let alone these ordinary viewers.

Should we keep up with the national 3C standards?

Acupuncture doesn't cause inflammation?
Does it not get hot while charging?
800 cycles remaining?

Ah? ? ?
……

See the video content.

Many viewers were stunned into silence!

"Holy crap, the name Polaris is almost identical to the Polaris battery used in the Starry Sky S7. Are they from the same technology?"

"It must be! Power bank batteries with soft-pack cells can withstand being hit with steel nails without catching fire! How is that possible??"

"My roommate's Romoss power bank recently caught fire, it even spontaneously combusted! Luckily it didn't explode, but it scared my roommate half to death. This Polestar power bank can be pierced with a nail and it won't explode, that's incredible!"

Someone was watching the video.

They were speechless with astonishment.

Let's not even mention the Samsung phone explosion incidents.

This year, the country has vigorously promoted the 3C standard for power banks and lithium batteries, and has ordered a ban on non-compliant products being used on airplanes and high-speed trains. Several videos of power banks catching fire and exploding have also been circulating widely.

Many high-capacity brick-shaped power banks have even earned the nickname "Mobile C4".

This thing is just as terrifying as a trolley fire.

What they saw now.

The "needle prick experiment" has crossed over into the digital world, which is a bit outrageous.

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"And this 'charging without getting hot'? Isn't that an exaggeration? What power bank doesn't get hot while charging? My Xiaomi power bank started getting hot after charging for just a few minutes."

Some people have raised questions about this.

"The video shows the temperature gun being used, so what else is there to doubt? The room temperature is 28 degrees Celsius, and the charging temperature is only 35 degrees Celsius. The power doesn't drop either; it's even lower than body temperature."

"Can any of you guys explain what 800 cycles means? I searched on Taobao and found some sellers offering 40,000 mAh power banks with a claimed 1000 cycle life. How does that compare to Xingchen's?"

"Dude, you actually trust those small sellers on Taobao? Not only are their capacities inflated, but how can they guarantee the cycle life? At most, it'll be 400 cycles. Xingchen Automotive, on the other hand, is more credible. They're a car manufacturer, a big brand like that. They'd make a fortune even with 600 cycles, let alone 800."

"6! This power bank is totally my aesthetic point."

"Where can I buy it? I want to place an order!!"

"It seems to be a product from someone else's car store; it's mentioned in the video."

...

Netizens are no strangers to cross-industry collaborations, after all, many internet companies have started selling home appliances, and Xiaomi sells almost everything.

Nowadays, people are not so opposed to the newly emerging Starry Sky Ecosystem Mall.

Some curious netizens then opened their phones and downloaded the app.

……

Power banks are a small, niche market.

As the video circulated, many digital bloggers and enthusiasts quickly took notice of this "Polarstar Power Bank".

This also includes peers.

The top companies each have their own niche, and their products are constantly competing with each other.

Since founding his company in 12, Luo Guibin has been deeply involved in the research and development and sales of power banks, outdoor power supplies and digital accessories.

of course.

Romoss's main business is power banks, with sales exceeding 1000 million units last year and consistently ranking among the top three in online sales.

He finished his morning meeting that day.

"Mr. Luo, there's something urgent... another company has entered the power bank manufacturing market."

Wu Xinlong, the marketing manager, rushed into the office.

These words startled Luo Guibin.

"Huh? Which company has entered the power bank manufacturing market again? Why do you look so pale?"

He was very surprised.

Is it really necessary to make that face?
How amazing it would be if they made a power bank next!

It's something that requires absolutely no technical skill.

Not only can they build them.

Mobile phone manufacturers can also make them.

Taobao small shop merchants can create [this].

Even which consumers.

If you're willing, you can make one by hand.

of course.

Currently, the biggest threat to Romoss's market share comes from mobile phone companies like Xiaomi. They have their own fan base and users, so they can naturally sell their products. Even Zimi, a subsidiary of their supply chain, is selling very well. If similar companies enter the market, it will inevitably affect their market share.

So Luo Guibin also started thinking in that direction.

Which mobile phone manufacturer is it? What new product have they launched?

They still need to keep a close eye on their competitors' new products.

If it's very competitive, we should launch corresponding competing products as soon as possible to avoid losing market share.

Anyway, there are no technological bottlenecks in power banks; if other companies can make them, they can make them too.

In short, just roll it out.

But I didn't expect it.

Wu Xinlong shook his head with a serious expression, "It's not a mobile phone manufacturer, it's a car manufacturer."

Hear this.

Luo Guibin was stunned again, somewhat unable to react.

"Huh? A car manufacturer... is making power banks? Which car brand?"

No.

Is there any connection between these two?

Do they have the technology and supply chain for this?
"It's Xingchen Motors. It sounds a bit far-fetched, but you'd better watch this promotional video for the power bank. I think it's really exaggerated," Wu Xinlong said.

Luo Guibin then looked at the video.

Then his eyes went blank.

What the hell?
Acupuncture does not cause inflammation.

Looping 800 times?

Ah? ? ?
　I can't finish writing, I owe 600.
　　
　
(End of this chapter)