Anker has released the Anker Nano Charger (45W, Display, Swing Plug), a USB fast charger that detects the model name of a connected iPhone and shows it on screen, on April 9, 2026[1]. The display lets you check charging output and progress at a glance, and a character animation shifts expressions as charging proceeds[1]. Priced at 3,990 yen including tax, it turns a charger you used to plug in without a second thought into something you actually enjoy watching[1].
Detecting the iPhone Model and Showing It on Screen
The standout feature of the Anker Nano Charger is that the charger itself can identify which iPhone model is connected[1]. Ordinary chargers exchange power through the shared USB Power Delivery (USB PD) standard, but this product adds Anker's own custom AI chip to also detect the connected iPhone's model name[1][2]. Anker describes this as a first for the company[2].
The detected model name appears on the display on the front of the unit, alongside the charging output, the unit's temperature, and the charging progress, all updated in real time[1]. Because you can see how fast charging is going and whether the unit is heating up, it becomes easier to confirm that charging suited to your specific model is actually taking place[1].
Detection covers the iPhone 13 through 17 series, though the iPhone 13 / 13 Pro / 14 / 14 Pro / 17e are excluded[1]. Charging itself works fine on the excluded models, but if the model-name display is the reason you are buying it, it is worth checking in advance whether your device is on the supported list.
Up to 45W Fast Charging and a Swing Plug
For charging performance, the unit supports a maximum output of 45W[1]. It automatically optimizes the output according to the battery level of the connected iPhone: it charges quickly at high output early on when the battery is low, then steps the output down as the battery fills up[1]. Lowering the output in the later stage reduces the load on the battery, balancing efficiency with battery protection[1]. A Protection Charging mode that keeps heat to a minimum is also available, switchable with the touch button on top of the unit[1].
As a touch designed for portability, the charger has a swing plug that adjusts in two stages, at 90 degrees and roughly 180 degrees[1]. Because the angle can be matched to the orientation of the outlet, the shape of the power strip, or the routing of the cable, it is less likely to interfere with its surroundings in tight spaces such as behind furniture, on a cafe table, or in a hotel room while traveling[1]. The base of the plug uses a protective structure that makes it hard to touch the live parts, addressing safety as well[1].
Screen Effects That Make Charging Time Fun
This product uses the display not only for information but also for entertainment[1]. An original character whose expression and movement change with the charging status appears on screen, brightening up charging time that used to be dull[1]. There are more than 20 screen designs, and they continuously update the power, device temperature, and current charging mode, supporting safe and efficient charging visually[2].
Operation is handled entirely by the touch button on the side of the unit[2]. A single tap starts it up or switches the screen, a double tap selects the charging mode, and a two-second long press rotates the screen so the display can be matched to how the charger is installed[2]. Adding a screen to a charger tends to push the price up, but at 3,990 yen including tax, this is an accessible level for a charger with a smart display.
Color Lineup and Where to Buy
The color lineup includes basic Black and White, plus Blue and Orange for coordinating with the iPhone 17 series[1]. Blue and Orange are scheduled to go on sale from late April 2026[1]. The charger is sold through the Anker Japan official online store, Anker Store retail locations, Amazon.co.jp, Rakuten Ichiba, and selected electronics retailers[1].
Summary
The Anker Nano Charger (45W, Display, Swing Plug) uses iPhone model detection and a smart display to turn a charger into something you can check while using and enjoy watching. It also has practical refinements such as 45W output and a swing plug, all while staying within a price of 3,990 yen including tax. If you are looking to replace the iPhone charger you use every day, it is a unit worth adding to your shortlist.
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