10 Must Have Amazon Basics gadgets


Are Amazon basics products worth buying?

While browsing through amazon you should have been through some “Amazon Basics” products, that do not seem clickable in first look, but below are some features of amazon basics products that will prove it to be your backup during next amazon shopping spree,

  • Variety: Amazon Basics provides a diverse selection of products across different categories.
  • Quality: The brand offers reliable and well-made products, they prove to be a better alternative to those which you start your search with.
  • Affordability: Amazon Basics products are often priced competitively, making them an economical choice.
  • Customer Reviews: You can find expert reviews and featured videos to help you make informed decisions.
  • Warranty: Some Amazon Basics products come with warranties, providing additional peace of mind

1. Amazon Basics Fast Charging Adapter

Smartphones nowadays are coming without charging adapter in box, instead of getting one with a solo port. This adapter is equipped with a USB-C Power Delivery (PD) port and a USB-A Quick Charge (QC) 3.0 port, which support fast charging of two devices simultaneously.

Amazon Basics 35W Wall Charger, Dual Port with USB-C and USB-A Fast Charging Adapter

Amazon Basics 45W Compact Wall Charger | Type-C Fast Charging

2. Amazon Basics 3-in-1 Charging Cable

The transition era is underway for the devices to convert finally to type-C charging ports, till then why should we carry three charging cables. This versatile product features Micro, Type C, and Lightning connectors, making it a versatile cable for charging a wide range of devices.

Amazon Basics 3-in-1 Charging Cable Micro USB, Type-C and Lightning, 15W Fast-Charging Cable

3. Amazon Basics USB Hub

As the laptop have limited ports these days USB hubs are in demand, instead of wasting your money on sub standard product. Invest on Amazon Basics USB hub from type C port. It transforms a computer’s type-c port into four individual usb type-a 3.1 Ports for connecting phones, keyboards and other peripherals

Amazon Basics USB 3.1 Type-C to 4 Port USB Hub

4. Amazon Basics Memory Card

For those smartphones that have used most of there internal storage, these external memory cards expands the storage capacity for your gallery, games and Google apps.

If you carry a DSLR then it can boost your storage capacity without compromises on image quality. It has solid reviews and a competitive price with the big names.

Amazon Basics 256GB microSDXC Memory Card with Full Size Adapter, 100MB/s, U3

5. Amazon Basics Wireless Keyboard

Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard with enhanced efficiency. It is extremely durable and spill-resistant surviving any minor accidents.
With a versatile feature that allows you to connect with any Bluetooth-enabled device with external keyboard support
It has a integrated cradle to hold your phone while you type
and an easy-switch dial for absolute convenience for switching different devices.

Amazon Basics Wireless Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard

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6. Amazon Basics Flexible HDMI Cable

It is always better to carry a HDMI cable with you onboard than relying on your reliever that “everything is fine and working“. Here also buying a sub-standard HDMI cable will result in latency issues or it will go “kaput” before you sign off.

Amazon Basics Flexible HDMI Cable (Black, 4K@60Hz, 18Gbps), 6.5 Ft.

7. Amazon Basics USB Type C to HDMI Adapter

Now some of the laptops are not coming with the HDMI output facility. So this usb c to HDMI adapter comes handy. It extend the computer’s USB c port to a HDMI 4K output port,a USB 3.0 port and a USB-C charging port. Plug and play,No driver or external app needed. 3 ports can work at the same time,easily fulfill your daily needs.

Amazon Basics 3-in-1 USB Type C to HDMI Adapter 4K@30Hz,100W PD Fast Charging Port

Amazon Basics 6in1 USB C Hub, USB C to HDMI Adapter, Docking Hub Station

8. Amazon Basics Flash Drive

These gadgets are very rare to find these days with the cloud storage options that are available. But for us seafarers, flash drives are necessary tool to carry onboard. It act as a secondary and a more discrete gadget to carry around your files to your work stations. It also helps you create a recovery tool for your OS if it crashes during your sail.

Amazon Basics 128GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 Flash Drive

Amazon Basics 256GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 Flash Drive

9. Amazon Basics Magic Slate

Here is a gadget you will be surprised to find here, this is more kids you may think. My friend, this slate can act as a

  • placard
  • handover take over notes
  • Instructions for Main Engine, and many more things which will save paper

And if nothing works you can stick it on your cabin wall as a to-do notes or a reminder. It comes with a coin cell that is always available in Batti Saab’s store. 15-inch ultra-thin, portable, lightweight, easy-to-carry tablet and one to lock the screen.

Amazon Basics Magic Slate 15-inch LCD Writing Tablet with Stylus Pen

Amazon Basics Magic Slate 8.5-inch LCD Writing Tablet with Stylus Pen

10. Amazon Basics Rechargeable Torch

Last but not he least, a flashlight is a seafarer’s most essential gadget. It is always suggested by seniors to carry one flashlight before joining, but most of us tend to rely on Electrical store sponsered or the chinese one. Well, buy this before you join.

It lasts for 4 hours if used under the strongest and 16 hours if used under the weakest torch light setting under single charge.

Amazon Basics Gleam Plastic Rechargeable Torch

Though there are many gadgets to add but here are few bonus mentions.


This concludes our list of some useful “Amazon Basics” gadgets, they might not be your first choice during shopping, but they can land you up a better deal with a standard product.

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A Marine Engineer Officer who graduated from IMU Kolkata, and putting small but significant efforts for Merchant Navy community.


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