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Nomad regularly tops many of our accessory buying guides. Their wireless chargers, iPhone cases, and Apple Watch bands are well-made and functional with a stylish, if slightly pricey, aesthetic. That is resolved with the Nomad Black Friday Sale Eventwhich has discounts of up to 30 percent on select products and up to 80 percent off the company’s products. Output section. The sale begins today and runs until December 3 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time.
If you need a charging adapter, USB-C cable, MagSafe wireless charger, or a new band for your Apple Watch, I’ve ranked some of the company’s best Black Friday deals below.
Cargo offers
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Nomad’s Stand One is our favorite wireless charger if you’re willing to shell out some cash, making it an even smarter buy during this sale. This is the Qi2 version, which will be compatible with the wave of Qi2 Android phones arriving in 2025, but also works with MagSafe iPhones (iPhone 13 and newer models support the Qi2 protocol). The standard MagSafe version of this charger is also excellent and on sale for $77 ($33 off).
Do you have an iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods? You need a 3-in-1 wireless charger to make recharging even easier. Nomad’s Base One Max gets the job done and looks good while doing it. The iPhone lies flat on the MagSafe platform, great if you don’t want it to bother you, and the Apple Watch dial stays upright so you can take advantage of Nightstand mode. It’s heavy and doesn’t slide, comes with a USB-C cable, but requires a power source. There are also a standing version to keep your device propped up.
If you frequently find yourself with a dead phone, grab the Nomad ChargeKey and leave it on your keychain. This small USB-C to USB-C cable lets you connect your device to any other USB-C device (a laptop, a power supply, or a friend’s phone) for a recharge. It supports up to 60 watts, so it can even be useful for a MacBook in a pinch if its power source is close enough. The two connectors stick together magnetically and sit perfectly on the keychain.
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Nomad Slim chargers are my go-to every time I leave the house. The tips fold over which means it’s really super thin. This is the 65 watt model that works for laptops and more, but it is also available in 35 watts if you want to recharge a phone. I have used this charger on airplanes, hotels, and coffee shops without problems. There are two USB-C ports on the bottom, each offering 65 watts on their own, but splitting into 45 and 20 watts when both are in use.
They are not thin, but they are small and affordable. These power adapters won’t block another outlet on the wall and although the prongs don’t fold out, they are really small. This model is 30 watts, which is good for smartphones and tablets with fast charging, but you can upgrade to the 20 watt model to save more money (it’s also fine for phones and tablets, but not as fast).
I haven’t tried this charger yet, but I have tried the standard 65 watt model. I prefer the Slim variant, but the main reason to buy this one is because it has an Apple Watch charging module built into the top. So you can plug in your USB-C cable to charge your iPhone and place your Apple Watch on top of the power adapter, keeping everything tidy.
Nomad’s Kevlar cables are thick and braided, and offer many connectivity options. One end has USB-C or USB-A and the other has USB-C or MicroUSB. Useful for all those older devices that haven’t made the transition to USB-C yet. You have three lengths to choose from and you can also get the standard cable without the adapters. if you have all the USB-C equipment. It can carry up to 100 watts.
Case and Strap Offers
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I like Nomad’s rugged case, which is MagSafe compatible. There is a thick thermoplastic urethane bumper that offers good grip and a soft polycarbonate frame. There’s a cutout for the camera control button, plus a button for the action button. It’s only available for Pro iPhones, which is a shame.
Nomad’s leather cases have long been my recommendations for anyone in the market. The traditional leather case is made from sustainably sourced Ecco leather (you have to pay a little more for the even more flexible Horween leather model). There is a space for the camera control button rather than a cutout, so it looks a little awkward.
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Are you frequently traveling with your Apple Watch? A sturdy strap can be a good idea to keep your smartwatch pristine. It is water resistant, uses FKM rubber so the strap withstands extreme temperatures, and has stainless steel handles and buckles. Make sure you buy the correct size for your smartwatch.
The company’s sport bands are no less intense, using the same fluoroelastomer (FKM) rubber and still being waterproof. There is a beautiful glow-in-the-dark version but it is out of stock. In fact, most of the colors are out of stock. He Legacy Color Straps have a discount greater than 30 percent.
This is not ours favorite titanium band, that would be the Sandmarc. Nomad’s version is expensive, but it’s made of grade 5 titanium, has a magnetic closure, and comes with tools to adjust the length.
Shop the Nomad Outlet deal
Do you have an older device? Do you want a leather case for AirPods? Go to Sales at Nomad’s Outletwhere you can get up to 80 percent off things like iPhone 15 cases, iPhone 14 cases, ipad casesand even cases of pixel shoots. This is an overstock sale, but the products are still returnable and back up Nomad’s two-year warranty.
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