Testseek.com have collected 50 expert reviews of the Mophie Juice Pack Air for iPhone 3G / 3G S and the average rating is 77%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Mophie Juice Pack Air for iPhone 3G / 3G S.
June 2009
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The editors liked
Great size for an external battery and the case actually protects the phone
Offers a hefty 1200 mAh battery
Which will double your iPhones battery life
Available in three stylish colors
Minimal bulk
Extremely resilient to hairline scratches
Compatible with any screen protector
Excellent Battery Performance
Stylish Appearance
Switchable Battery Backup
Battery Charge Indicator (state of charge)
Slick feel and ergonomically kosher
Great battery response
Provides adequate protection
Light weight
Extends the iPhone’s battery life dramatically
Doesn’t interfere with the iPhone’s ordinary use
Nearly doubles iPhone battery life
Not too bulky
Available in black or white
Charges via microUSB.
Adds 150% or more battery life to your iPhone
Holds charge for days when not in use
Charges quickly with USB
While recharging iPhone
Provides about 5 extra hours of Wi-Fi use
Charges iPhone 3G while in case
Slimmer and lighter than the original
Flawless glossy finish
Fully encases the iPhone for max. protection
Slimmer
More totable design
Top protection finally arrives
Audio quality preserved with the case on.
Snug
Form-fitting
Smart battery technology
Power switch
Lighter form factor than original Juice Pack.
Extends Battery Life
Protects iPhone as well as charges
Integrated power switch
Very thin and compact
Both a case and battery
Easy to use
Can sync iPhone while in cradle
The editors didn't like
MiniUSB port is not nearly as convenient as using the standard cable which is stock on the iPhone.
No “lay on the table” design
Besides the charger cable
It doesn’t come with any extra packins (ie Screen Shield
Microfiber
Carrying Pouch etc.)
No Included Screen Protector
Heavy
Uses worthless proprietary micro USB cord for charging
Ringer button gets stuck all day long
Might be a bit heavy for some
99.95 may be a bit pricey for some people
Thickness of the Juice Pack adds bulk and weight to the iPhone
Top cap is fragile.
Quite a lot of packaging for such a simple device
Where to put your case while youre charging?
Costs 50% of the price of a new iPhone
Micro USB port requires rare cable
Renders docking accessories useless unless case is removed
IPhone 3G can't report Juice Pack Air's remaining capacity
Glossy finish shows scratches easily
Cannot power phone without charging the iPhone...
Much less extra battery life than the full model.
Two-part design feels flimsy
Shiny plastic picks up fingerprints easily. No dockconnector passthrough (USB syncing only).
Abstract: I can’t deny the fact that Mophie knows how to make stylish accessories for the iPhone, but after a lackluster experience with the original Juice Pack for the iPhone 3G I’m wondering if the air will fair any better. Quick Version: The Juice Pack air h...
Abstract: Mophie’s Juice Pack Air ($80) is, like TruePower iV, Power Slider, and numerous other battery accessories we’ve reviewed, an iPhone backpack: made primarily from either black, white, or purple glossy plastic, it solely fits the iPhone 3G, adding a sli...
Abstract: Almost as soon as the iPhone was introduced, pundits started complaining about the non-replaceable battery. So-called “high capacity” batteries have long been a staple of the cell phone accessories market, and with iPhone battery life in the real world...
Abstract: Everyone’s primary complaint about the iPhone is the length of the battery life. It’s way too short. I’ve become conditioned to charging my iPhone as much as possible in order to not run out of “juice” when I’m away from home. To help quell this proble...
Abstract: Manufacturers SiteWorks with iPhone 3GiPhone 3GS The GoodAdds up to 36 hours of operationHold button prevents unintended battery useSyncs using pass-through USB port The BadAdds weight and bulk The PriceUS$79.95The iPhone 3G – even the iPhone 3GS, whi...
Battery and protective case in one, provides an extra 4.5 hours talk time, LED status indicator, can charge and sync through iTunes
Chunky and adds considerable bulk to the iPhone, doesn’t protect the top of the iPhone’s chrome edging, top half feels a little flimsy and hard to remove, expensive
The Mophie Juice Pack Air is a great option for squeezing some extra battery life out of the iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS, but it adds considerable bulk to the handset. ...
Bulky, will double the size of your iPhone, Not that stylish on the design front
The mophie juice pack air does what it sets out to do - ie double the life of your iPhone battery and save you having to find a charging point at some point during the day. ...
