# Power-Sharing Keychains The 'PWR Mate' Android Charger Sends Power from One Device to Another By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/android-charger References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/pwr-mate-smartphone-to-smartphone-charging-cable/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pwrwrks/pwr-mate-android-phone-to-phone-battery-charger) Backup batteries have become an essential component for many smartphone users, but the 'PWR Mate' Android charger takes a different approach to smartphone charging. Designed like a keychain, the 'PWR Mate' charger offers users the ability to either share or steal power from another compatible smartphone. Currently funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-starship-pro), the 'PWR Mate' charger enables users to rely on the power around them rather than carrying additional [battery packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-batterycharging-device). The durable, portable design of the 'PWR Mate' Android charger enables it to be attached to a keychain, backpack or anything else to keep it on-hand all the time. The fast charging capabilities of the 'PWR Mate' charger allow users to interact more over a common problem to help solve it together. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Power-sharing Chargers:** The rise of power-sharing chargers presents opportunities for smartphone users to share or steal power from compatible devices. - **Durable Portable Design:** The demand for durable and portable charging solutions opens up innovative possibilities in the charger industry. - **Fast Charging Capabilities:** The growing need for fast-charging technologies creates opportunities for companies to develop efficient and quick charging solutions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobile Accessories:** The mobile accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of power-sharing chargers by designing and manufacturing compatible devices. - **Keychain Accessories:** The keychain accessories industry has the opportunity to integrate power-sharing chargers into their designs, combining functionality and convenience. - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies in the consumer electronics industry can explore disruptive innovation by creating power-sharing chargers that redefine the way we charge our devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intentional Disconnection Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/share-power.md) - [Three-in-One Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chargepuck.md) - [Data Storage Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memkeeper-charger.md) - [Patch-Style Smartphone Power Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-pods.md) - [Wearable Triangular Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mchaos-power-bank.md) - [Adaptable Modular Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/statik-snapncharge-universal-power-bank.md) - [Feature-Packed Key Chain Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-six.md) - [Replaceable Component Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddie-power-bank.md) - [Frozen Treat Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popsic-charger.md)