Anker’s $70 Nano Power Strip Clamps to Your Desk for Easy Access to 10 Ports
Anker this week launched a useful new accessory for your desk, debuting the 10-in-1 Nano Power Strip. Priced at $70, the Nano Power Strip has a unique clamp design that puts multiple ports on your desktop while eliminating cable clutter. I was able to test out the Nano Power Strip ahead of when it launched, and found it to be a useful alternative to standard under-desk power strips. The power strip comes in black or white and it’s made of plastic, but the matte finish adds aesthetic appeal, as does a silver front plate for some of the ports. The clamp is adjustable with an included knob and it fits desktops from 0.6 inches to 1.8 inches. Unfortunately, I have a Parsons-style desk that’s too thick to use the power strip as intended, so it’s worth measuring. With my thicker desk, I can still attach it to a leg or the back of the desk, but it doesn’t put all of the outlets in the ideal position. There are silicone pads at both sides of …
