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Anker brings beastly 14-port dock, plus new compact chargers and portable batteries to IFA

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Anker showcased its latest tech at IFA, including a 14-port Prime Dock with various connectivity options and fast-charging capabilities. The Prime Power Bank offers rapid recharging, claiming 40% in 10 minutes, and is smaller and lighter than competitors. The 160W Prime Charger is compact yet powerful, with three USB-C ports that can adapt power distribution for efficient charging. These new Anker devices feature screens and apps for control, with the Prime Dock set to release on September 5th for $299, while pricing for the Power Bank and Charger is yet to be announced.

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