# Dual-Purpose Smartphone Accessories The Nomad Plus Doubles as a Wall Charger and a Backup Battery By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-09-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-plus References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/nomad-plus-smartphone-battery-pack-and-wall-charger/) & [amzn.to](http://amzn.to/1Fxjy1o) When you're traveling or simply a busy urbanite, an [external battery for your smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carabiner-battery) can seem like a must-have, so to help streamline the experience and make sure you're always charged and ready to go there's the Nomad Plus. Featuring built-in electrical prongs for plugging in to an outlet, the Nomad Plus can be used as a wall adapter for plugging in a USB cord. When there's no outlet around, the Nomad Plus' backup battery kicks in to offer extra energy when you need it. Innovatively designed and perfect for a variety of devices, the Nomad Plus is the first of its kind to be both a [charger and an external battery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridge-magnetic-power-bank), which will definitely save headaches from happening down the line. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 62% | 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) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dual-purpose Accessories:** Opportunity for creating accessories that serve multiple functions to provide convenience and efficiency. - **Streamlined Charging:** Potential for developing charging solutions that are compact, portable, and easy to use. - **All-in-one Devices:** Opportunity to create devices that combine multiple functions to reduce the need for separate accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electronics:** Disruptive innovation potential in developing accessories for smartphones and other electronic devices. - **Travel:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating travel accessories that enhance convenience and functionality. - **Wireless Technology:** Potential for disrupting the wireless industry by developing innovative charging and battery solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fast-Charging Power Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-65w-power-adapter.md) - [Power Bank Wall Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belkin-boostcharge-hybrid-wall-charge.md) - [Minimalist Charging Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-charging-devices.md) - [Smartwatch-Friendly Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-65w-power-adapter-apple-watch-edition.md) - [Three-in-One Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-power-bank-10k-fusion.md) - [Standing Multi-Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stand-one-max.md) - [Multi-Passthrough Travel Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopass.md) - [Stylish Dual-Device Charger Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-base-one-max.md) - [Ultra-Compact Tech Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimble-champ-pro-portable-charger.md)