{"id":66540,"date":"2018-04-29T16:09:14","date_gmt":"2018-04-29T08:09:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/?p=66540"},"modified":"2018-04-30T00:38:36","modified_gmt":"2018-04-29T16:38:36","slug":"best-bagel-from-mogics-has-arrived","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2018\/04\/29\/best-bagel-from-mogics-has-arrived\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Bagel from Mogics Has Arrived"},"content":{"rendered":"

2 years ago, I bought the Mogics<\/a>\u00a0Bagel from Kickstarter because of its innovation as a Power Strip (or Extension Power Socket, as some might be more familiar with). It is now a “Must-Have” item during my travel and on my bag daily. End-last year, they upgraded the adapter to be more robust and versatile. Finally, I got my hands on them a few days ago.<\/p>\n

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For Mogics, the US version is called Doughnut (with US power socket) and the International version is called Bagel (with universal socket and adapter). I bought the Bagel as it is more versatile.<\/p>\n

The Mogics Bagel has 4 universal sockets, 1 US socket and 2 x 2A USB ports, all in one compact design. It has a cord that is around 92cm long. Enough for most tasks.<\/p>\n

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What’s is in the Package for the New Mogics Bagel?<\/h2>\n

Here is the first look of the Mogics Bagel.<\/p>\n

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So nice, a “Thank You” card.<\/p>\n

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Top View<\/p>\n

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Bottom View<\/p>\n

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The 2 x USB ports.<\/p>\n

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The 1 x US power socket.<\/p>\n

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One of the 4 universal socket.<\/p>\n

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What’s New in this New Version?<\/h2>\n

Little has been changed since the first version. The carrying case has been modified. There is no hole in the center. That is actually agreed after a survey from the backers.<\/p>\n

PS: Do note that the older Mogics Bagel selling in the market right now has a grey carrying case with a\u00a0hole in the center.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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Left: Latest Bagel, Right: First Version Bagel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Here is side by side comparison of the new (top) and the first version (bottom) Mogics Bagel.<\/p>\n

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The biggest change is the Adapter. It is now stronger (better soldering and slight design change).<\/p>\n

The Adapter – Top View<\/p>\n

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The Adapter – Bottom View<\/p>\n

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New improved soldering.<\/p>\n

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External appearance-wise, here are some changes. It is now taller.<\/p>\n

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Here is the difference in height.<\/p>\n

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On the back, it seems like they did not change the mold. Everything is the same, including the model number. Did you see that? It is designed in Singapore \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

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And here is their version of 3-pin plug. Totally usually but a little fragile. Not suitable for usage on an industrial socket (too hard to insert properly into it). So, please handle with care or get a cheap 3-pin adapter instead of the original to use it (pro advice).<\/p>\n

\"\"And it can now be used in more countries, thanks to some innovative solution. You can now extend the pin tip to reach sockets that are deeper.<\/p>\n

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Here is a chart to show the compatibility of the new Mogics Bagel.<\/p>\n

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Should you get the latest Mogics Bagel if you already owned the initial version?<\/h2>\n

NO, if you have no problem with it so far, or if you intend to use it only in a few countries that you confirmed you have no issue using it already.<\/p>\n

YES, if you travel to some countries and you found that the Bagel’s adapter is not working well as shown in the chart above.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h2>\n

The Mogics Bagel is one of the best Kickstarter projects that I have supported. It is fully functional although I would think that the Adapter can be improved to be more robust (the support leg for the 3-pin socket is weak). And the cord can be a little longer. 92 cm is great but longer is better.<\/p>\n

As you can see, I am nick-picking the “flaws” of this product. I am sure many will buy it, especially travelers who do not want another bulky power strip to add to their luggage.<\/p>\n

Check out the new Mogics Bagel on Kickstarter<\/a><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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