Gaming accessory maker Bionik is just days away from launching its latest storage solution for Nintendo Switch, the 'Power Commuter'.
The carry case includes a removable, rechargeable 10,000 mAh battery pack, as well Type-C and USB A outputs that aim to make the product an ideal solution for Switch players who take their console out and about. It features "strategically placed padding and a plush interior" to help keep your Switch free of scratches and damage, but it's the included battery pack that sets this one apart.
We've got some images and a full feature list for you below:
Features:
• Removable 10,000 mAh portable battery
• Adjustable and removable shoulder strap.
• Additional heavy padding located in key areas for added screen protection.
• Water resistant YKK zippers.
• Plush interior fabric for secure, scratch-free storage.
• Unique flap loop with zipper allows users to quickly connect the Commuter to other bags straps and consolidates carry-ons.
• Additional large zippered compartment provides mesh storage pocket, dedicated cartridge slots, and built-in cable wrap.
Pre-orders went live just yesterday, with the item expected to ship from 29th July. You can pick it up directly from Bionik's site for $69.99.
What do you think? A perfect solution for your needs? Perhaps a bit too pricey? Let us know down below.
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I'd rather stick to my much smaller case and separate powerbank.
A carry case that also holds a power bank? That's pretty novel.
I don't think I've ever seen that before despite it being such an obvious thing to do.
This looks amazing, especially while I'm looking for a new Switch case because my special edition Zelda case had a zipper malfunction. I don't know if I'm willing to give $70 for thisoh, but it has pretty much everything I would be looking for otherwise. Thank you NintendoLife, I will keep this in my mind, however I do think that's at least $30 over priced.
The last picture should have the caption "Can also be used as bullet proof armour"
I like the idea, but its overpriced. My battery was 50 dollars but has triple the power. The case itself only seems like a 20-30 dollar case meaning they are asking 40 bucks for a fairly small battery.
Still I think the idea is good. But I still just put my Switch in a regular case and put it in my backpack, which I take with me any time I go anywhere that isn't work... times I bring it to work too. Not the Switch though. My co-workers would be annoyed.
Neat idea, but would prefer a slimmer case without the joycon slots (I very rarely use extra controllers when traveling).
Maybe a Switch Lite version for just the console/battery, and like a pouch for games and headphones?
Weren't 3rd party Switch chargers causing the system to brick a while back? They ever fix that issue?
@RupeeClock I have this:
Satisfye - Accessories Bundle... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G3KB7RT
Not only does it have room to perfectly fit an Anker Pwercore 26800, it also fits a switch with the Satisfe Grip in place. It’s a bit big, but I would use to travel with a different (nowhere near as good ) grip on my backpack so the extra room was already being taken when I traveled.
@Tharsman
Which is cool, it's a big case to store more than just the Switch.
The novelty of this case is that it includes a removable power bank, and is designed to charge the switch without removing the power bank from the case.
Not something I need necessarily, I have 20100 mAh Anker power bank as well, and that can just stay loose in my backpack with a USB cable threaded through the headphone hole.
Right... I'm going to carry that thing strapped across my chest...
@Riderkicker just docks, chargers are as safe to Switch as they would be to any other USB-C device. And Nintendo won't fix anything for unlicensed products, the 3rd party have to re-engineer it to not brick.
They probably already did it long ago, but there will always be some doubt over Nintendo releasing another firmware upgrade which changes how things works, like the 5.0 (when the bricks started happening).
I just wish someone would make a case that would let me charge my switch with my current power bank. You know, just a pocket for any power bank, and slots to route the cable to the Switch.
@Tharsman the case I linked is designed so you can actually use the switch without removing the battery from the case. Battery connectors are exposed so you don’t have to remove it, and includes a nice cable that lets you also charge the switch while it’s not in use.
It's nice that they give you the option to carry it in "D-bag" mode like the last picture depicts.
@BalrogtheMaster with that you could use the joyconnslot for the battery pack and save money still.
Good idea but pricey for what it offers.
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