A new Android handheld game device packs a huge 10,000mAh battery

A new Android handheld game device called the MANGMI Pocket Max has a 10,000mAh battery. Android Authority says it might be the new battery king in the handheld space. For anyone who has watched a gaming device die mid-trip, that number is the headline.

What it is

Handhelds are pocket-size gaming devices. The Pocket Max runs Android, the same system found on most non-Apple phones. The mAh figure, short for milliamp-hours, is a rough measure of how much charge a battery holds. A bigger number usually means more time between charges, though other parts of the device also matter.

Why the battery matters

Short battery life is a common complaint about handhelds. A battery this size aims at that problem directly. It could appeal to people who play on trips or long commutes, where finding an outlet is not always easy.

What is not known yet

The material available does not give a price or a release date. It also does not say how many hours of play the battery delivers, how heavy the device is, or what screen and chip it uses. A large battery can add weight and bulk, so those details will shape how it feels in hand.

• Price and ship date: not stated
• Real-world playtime: not stated
• Weight and size: not stated

What to do

If you are shopping for a handheld for travel, check battery size before you buy. Then look for independent tests of actual playtime, since the number on the box is only part of the story.