SWITCH Powerbanks for studying
No power socket nearby? The new SWITCH Powerbank vending machines at the University of Vienna enable full notebook and smartphone chargings to go.
How does it work?
- Students can buy a power bank from the machines at a favourable price and swap empty power banks for full ones in a simple exchange procedure - the University of Vienna will cover the costs of the exchange.
- The key to using this exchange function is a valid and activated student ID card.
- With the power bank, smartphones, tablets or notebooks can be charged at any time and as often as necessary.
Where are the Powerbank vending machines?
Mobile devices can be charged at two locations at the University of Vienna during the current test phase:
- Main building of the Universität of Vienna in the area of the Audimax Passage
- Juridicum: on the ground floor and 1st basement floor
SWITCH Powerbank vending machine in the main building
How does the swapping process work?
The exchange process is simple, straightforward, requires no data and takes less than 30 seconds. Normally, an exchange process costs a maximum of € 2. For students of the University of Vienna, the exchange process with the u:card is free of charge.
How much does the SWITCH Powerbank cost?
The SWITCH Powerbank can be purchased directly from the Powerbank vending machines for € 50 or at an introductory price of € 40 until the end of 2024.
Why SWITCH Powerbank?
- Data protection: No personal data required. The entire process is anonymous.
- Environmental protection: Regular inspection and proper disposal of old power banks.
- Performance: 20,000 mAh capacity and 100W power for fast charging.
- Dimensions: 156.7 × 74 × 25 mm
- Weight: 382 g
- Connections: One USB-A and two USB-C charging ports. Large selection of charging adapters for notebooks in the vending machines.
- Usage: Can be charged anywhere. Suitable charging cable included with purchase.