# Powerful Lightning Cables Nomad's New Battery Cable is a Sleek and Stylish Nylon Charging Option By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-06-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-cable References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/06/12/nomad-battery-cable-for-iphone-users/) & [hellonomad](https://www.hellonomad.com/the-new-battery-cable) Tech company Nomad released the new Battery Cable, a powerful and rugged [lightning cable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-magcable) that is combined with a 2800mAh [portable power bank](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elecom-dec55l9000) to offer one full charge to any smartphone. The cable is wrapped with a unique 500D nylon that was originally developed to protect the military from bullets and shrapnel -- making it able to withstand any type of wear and tear. The cable first charges the smartphone fully, then charges its own reserve battery to keep all devices charged for everyday use. Seamlessly combining use with style, the new cable is perfect for road trips, travel and keeping bedside. The [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-universal-cable-for-apple-watch) Mfi approved, robust aluminium Battery Cable from Nomad is available online now in 1.5-meter length for $49.95. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Powerful Charging Cables:** Strong and durable charging cables that can serve as portable power banks offer a disruptive innovation potential in the consumer tech industry. - **Military-grade Materials:** The use of military-grade materials, such as 500D nylon, in technology products could be a disruptive innovation opportunity in the material engineering industry. - **Integrated Portable Power Banks:** The integration of portable power banks within charging cables provides a disruptive innovation potential in the mobile accessories industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Tech:** Tech companies can benefit from incorporating powerful charging cables that serve as portable power banks, particularly for consumers who travel frequently or require constant phone usage. - **Material Engineering:** Companies that specialize in material engineering can explore the use of military-grade materials in a wide range of technology products. - **Mobile Accessories:** The integration of portable power banks within charging cables is an area of innovation for companies focused on mobile accessories, particularly as mobile phone usage continues to grow globally. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smartwatch-Friendly Charging Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-universal-cable-for-apple-watch.md) - [Minimalist Charging Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-charging-devices.md) - [Durable Device Connection Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nomad-chargekey.md) - [Recycled Quick Charge Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimble-powerknit-cables.md) - [Magnetic Charging Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connect-pro-cable.md) - [Stylishly Reliable Charging Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beats-cables.md) - [Clip-On Phone Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-power-bank.md) - [Folding Multi-Position Charger Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychain-charger-cable.md) - [Durable Outdoor Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carabiner-battery.md)