Baseus has introduced the Picogo Air AM71, a magnetic power bank designed for MagSafe-compatible devices, now available across Europe for €69.99. The device is also on sale in the US and UK. What sets it apart isn’t a massive battery capacity but its remarkably slim 6.8mm aluminum body-a rarity among magnetic battery packs that usually trade thinness for lower power or bulkier design.
Inside the Picogo Air AM71 is a 5,000mAh battery-not large enough for long trips but perfectly suited for everyday smartphone top-ups. It delivers up to 20W charging via USB-C cable and 7.5W wireless charging through its magnetic Qi interface, providing a decent power boost without compromising on slimness.
Baseus Picogo Air AM71 specifications
- Body thickness: 6.8mm
- Battery capacity: 5,000mAh
- Magnetic wireless charging: up to 7.5W
- USB-C wired charging: up to 20W
- Material: aluminum casing with textured surface
- Colors: silver and black
One standout feature for this class of power bank is NFC PowerSense technology. Through Baseus’s app, users can monitor battery status, charge cycles, temperature, and remaining power in real time. Given the ultrathin profile, tracking heat and battery condition is a practical addition to avoid overheating or performance surprises.
The aluminum casing with its textured finish aids heat dissipation, an edge over more common magnetic power banks that use plastic shells-lighter and cheaper but prone to scratches and less effective at managing heat during wireless charging. This product arrives as interest in magnetic charging accessories grows alongside Apple’s MagSafe and the new Qi2 standard. Research from Counterpoint shows premium mobile accessories sales climbing with double-digit growth, with Baseus taking on rivals like Anker, Ugreen, and Belkin in this segment.
Pricing stands at $69.99 in the US, £61.13 in the UK, and €69.99 in European countries. Compared to competitors, the Picogo Air AM71 sits at the higher end of the midrange price bracket for magnetic 5,000mAh power banks, which mostly hover between €40 and €60. However, few match its slim aluminum design combined with real-time NFC telemetry. If retail availability holds up, this power bank could appeal to users who find 10,000mAh models too bulky-literally packing power with minimal heft.
Looking ahead, the challenge for Baseus will be balancing ultra-thin form factors with higher capacity and faster charging speeds, areas where bigger rivals still hold ground. Whether consumers prioritize portability over power will determine if slim magnetic power banks become a widespread daily essential or a niche convenience.