Product: 2-Pack: HELIOS Heated Waistband Hand Warmer with 5400mAh Power Bank
Model: HELIOS-WB-BLK, HELIOS-WB-GRY, HELIOS-WB-NVY, HELIOS-WB-PNK, HELIOS-PB-5400mAh
Condition: New
Advanced graphene heating technology delivers consistent, comforting warmth for cold days and everyday relaxation
Three adjustable temperature settings of 113°F, 131°F, and 149°F let you customize the heat to your preferred comfort level
Rapid-heating technology provides warmth in just 5 seconds, so you can get cozy without waiting
Versatile 2-in-1 design functions as both a heated waistband and a hand warmer for multiple ways to stay comfortable
Soft crystal velvet material feels gentle against the skin while providing an additional layer of thermal insulation
Contoured design comfortably wraps around your waist to provide targeted warmth when relaxing or experiencing occasional cramps and tension
Each warmer includes a compact 5400mAh power bank for convenient portable heating without needing to stay plugged into a wall outlet
Lightweight, portable construction makes it easy to enjoy comforting warmth at home, in the office, or while traveling
Washable design allows for convenient cleaning and maintenance
@fondaporn
I just bought a 2-pack of these off of Morning Save, [for the same price] and that was the first metric I looked for there [and didn’t find there either…
They are still in the processing phase prior to shipping, or I would’ve cited the specs.
@fondaporn
De nada.
I hope we’re not disappointed.
We have a similar “heating pad” that is liquid-filled and heats up by plugging an AC connector into a port after which it takes about 5-10 minutes to get really really hot.
It sounds like it’s boiling inside, and feels kinda like it too.
Fortunately, the velcro and ? crystal velvet waist strap moderates the heat enough that it is useful.
Hopefully, the electronic one will be more useful- both by heating up more quickly and being able to adjust the heat levels.
Best of luck to us both…
@username Based on pictures from the Helios website I believe each warmer also comes with one USB-A female to USB-A male extension cable. So I’m inferring from that that each warmer has a short USB-A male cable fixed to it that can connect directly to the power bank or you can use the extension cable to keep the battery at a bit of a distance.
@carl669 I think it’s velvet with a high shimmer, but I could be wrong. I would not want to be one of the people who endlessly search for these adjectives as a way of puffing up descriptions.
This seems like one of those things that I think would be kind of nice to have, but then it would wind up buried in a pile of other crap that I thought it would be nice to have but never ever use.
Hey everyone! This one was a toughie but yours truly (the meh product info sleuth) have finally found all (most of?) the pertinent info you may be seeking!!
Here is a detailed operation sheet along with several images detailing how the item secures around your waist and other features as well.
Copywriter dude bro… there’s an obvious use case for these and they have nothing to do with going outside, looking stupid in public, or men. You started circling it with ‘grievous abdominal injury’ but you sadly missed an incredible opportunity to fight the patriarchy and center women in the conversation.
Dumb question, but can you safely charge one of these portable batteries with another portable battery, extending the use time? Or is that a fire hazard or some other issue?
@scilynt To an extent, yes. But you lose some power in the pass-along, and some power banks struggle to maintain their output voltage below about 40% charge. If you’re talking about topping it up from a very large unit like a Jackery or one of the more-than-250-watt-hour units that have been sold here, yes, it’s going to work until the supply pack is too depleted.
@scilynt
You’d probably be better off picking up a second battery pack… Which are easily found on Amazon if you can match the input plug for the warmer. Plus the battery banks are capable of being used to charge a phone so you can use just that as your primary portable power bank to start with, allowing you to cover both use options.
@DLPanther@mediocrebot
NSFW…
Why did I immediately think of the (urban legend) exchange between Raquel Welch and Johnny Carson on the Tonight Show?!?!?!
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Specs
Product: 2-Pack: HELIOS Heated Waistband Hand Warmer with 5400mAh Power Bank
Model: HELIOS-WB-BLK, HELIOS-WB-GRY, HELIOS-WB-NVY, HELIOS-WB-PNK, HELIOS-PB-5400mAh
Condition: New
What’s Included?
Warranty
90 days
Estimated Delivery
Monday, Oct 26 - Tuesday, Oct 27
It feels like: “How long does it last when heating at each temperature?” is a key piece of information that’s missing …
@fondaporn
I just bought a 2-pack of these off of Morning Save, [for the same price] and that was the first metric I looked for there [and didn’t find there either…
They are still in the processing phase prior to shipping, or I would’ve cited the specs.
@PhysAssist Thank you! I went ahead and bought them, so I guess we’ll find out together
Hope I don’t live to regret it!
@fondaporn
De nada.
I hope we’re not disappointed.
We have a similar “heating pad” that is liquid-filled and heats up by plugging an AC connector into a port after which it takes about 5-10 minutes to get really really hot.
It sounds like it’s boiling inside, and feels kinda like it too.
Fortunately, the velcro and ? crystal velvet waist strap moderates the heat enough that it is useful.
Hopefully, the electronic one will be more useful- both by heating up more quickly and being able to adjust the heat levels.
Best of luck to us both…
I get the tummy cramps, I’ll give them a try.
/showme satanic-twisted-chimera
@Kessilari Here’s the image you requested for “satanic-twisted-chimera”
@Kessilari @mediocrebot I think warming at depths of hell temperature is a little much
USB? ABCD? proprietary connector?
can you guys open one?
can you hire me to open things to get better and more important product details?
@username Based on pictures from the Helios website I believe each warmer also comes with one USB-A female to USB-A male extension cable. So I’m inferring from that that each warmer has a short USB-A male cable fixed to it that can connect directly to the power bank or you can use the extension cable to keep the battery at a bit of a distance.
Helios Product Page
wtf is crystal velvet? I imagine it’s velvet with tiny crystals embedded in it to shred your hands and keep them warm with your own blood.
@carl669 I think it’s velvet with a high shimmer, but I could be wrong. I would not want to be one of the people who endlessly search for these adjectives as a way of puffing up descriptions.
are heating elements in the front and back? or hand pouch only?
do you have to keep the battery in your coat pocket?
This seems like one of those things that I think would be kind of nice to have, but then it would wind up buried in a pile of other crap that I thought it would be nice to have but never ever use.
@Pony We have loads of things like that. I’m trying really hard to avoid increasing the supply.
@werehatrack The struggle is real.
@Pony ahh, so like 98% of my other meh purchases.
@kdominique Sounds about right.
@Pony @werehatrack
This is the Way.
Two great tastes that taste great together?
There are good reasonably priced battery powered heated jackets. I know Milwaukee sells them. Don’t know the price of that one.
@tweezak Hmmmm …
/showme Milwaukee Brewers baseball team wearing battery heated jackets made by Milwaukee clothing.
@cfg83 Here’s the image you requested for “Milwaukee Brewers baseball team wearing battery heated jackets made by Milwaukee clothing.”
@mediocrebot Product placement, Baby!
@cfg83
Looks like an instant 8-pack situation…
Hey everyone! This one was a toughie but yours truly (the meh product info sleuth) have finally found all (most of?) the pertinent info you may be seeking!!
Here is a detailed operation sheet along with several images detailing how the item secures around your waist and other features as well.
Copywriter dude bro… there’s an obvious use case for these and they have nothing to do with going outside, looking stupid in public, or men. You started circling it with ‘grievous abdominal injury’ but you sadly missed an incredible opportunity to fight the patriarchy and center women in the conversation.
@NadmanET Truth.
/showme new mother using waistband hand warmer as a marsupial pouch
@zippyus Here’s the image you requested for “new mother using waistband hand warmer as a marsupial pouch”
@DLPanther Here’s the image you requested for “new kitten owner waistband hand warmer as a marsupial pouch”
@zippyus
Looks like she’s cooking that baby…/kitten…
/showme new father using waistband hand warmer as a bong
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@mediocrebot @zippyus
Seems step 3 is particularly apropos…
@mediocrebot @zippyus
OMG
If you have a photographer in your life—this is a brilliant gift for cold weather photos. Gloves are hard to shoot in, and this is amazing!
@prstaton I have gloves that don’t have Finger tips, But it does have a Cover that will turn it into a Mitten.
@mycya4me @prstaton
Ah yes. Glittens.
@prstaton or anyone who’s determined to use a phone outside in winter. TikTok addicts or one of the geo-based games.
Seems like these would be handy (get it?) for some of those chilly fall/winter football games.
@aetris
Maybe get them for your favorite player??
@chienfou Just hang it low.
ಠ_ಠ
Dumb question, but can you safely charge one of these portable batteries with another portable battery, extending the use time? Or is that a fire hazard or some other issue?
@scilynt I see significant warming potential in the last option…
@scilynt To an extent, yes. But you lose some power in the pass-along, and some power banks struggle to maintain their output voltage below about 40% charge. If you’re talking about topping it up from a very large unit like a Jackery or one of the more-than-250-watt-hour units that have been sold here, yes, it’s going to work until the supply pack is too depleted.
@scilynt
You’d probably be better off picking up a second battery pack… Which are easily found on Amazon if you can match the input plug for the warmer. Plus the battery banks are capable of being used to charge a phone so you can use just that as your primary portable power bank to start with, allowing you to cover both use options.
/showme new kitten owner using waistband hand warmer for maximum cat happiness
@DLPanther Here’s the image you requested for “new kitten owner using waistband hand warmer for maximum cat happiness”
@DLPanther @mediocrebot
NSFW…
Why did I immediately think of the (urban legend) exchange between Raquel Welch and Johnny Carson on the Tonight Show?!?!?!