Accessory Corner #3 - Energizer XP18000 and XP8000 Battery Pack

I must admit that this review has been coming somewhat late. Both of the products have been in my hands for at least a month so far, but I've only been able to get this piece together at the end of this month. I've been very interested in seeing these work, since I own both a smartphone and netbook, and am on the move a lot.

Powering my devices is often at times a challenge, especially on days when I am out from morning to evening, I happen to be miles away from my car and/or I don't have a power outlet nearby. Do these two battery packs meet the requirements of powering my gear effectively or do they fall short? I was very surprised by the results I found.