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iPod Solar Powered Recharger
By treehugga | March 3, 2008
Solar Technology has introduced a combined solar and battery-based recharging system for iPods and other devices, called the FreeLoader 8.0.The clever funky device ships with the capacity to charge many of the latest mobile gadgets such as digital cameras, iPods, PDAs, Sony PSPs and mobile phones, and even supports a direct connection to Apple’s iPhone and the iPod Touch.Attractively-designed, Freeloader 8.0 has a durable casing and folds up small for transport in a pocket or handbag. The device can power an iPod for 18 hours, a mobile phone for 44 hours, a PSP for 2.5 hours and a PDA for 22 hours.To ensure batteries never run flat, the Freeloader 8.0 can charge its own internal battery which holds its charge for up to three months and features extra sensitive solar panels which are more much efficient at absorbing light in the cloudy and dim conditions that the UK generally endures.Freeloader 8.0 is available in both Hot Pink and Cool Aluminium Silver and costs £29.99.
Topics: Green Gadgets, Green News, Green Technology | 3 Comments »
March 3rd, 2008 at 12:15 pm
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December 16th, 2008 at 12:16 pm
Sounds like a great device, eco-friendly and well designed! It’s good to hear that it’s “UK compatible!” Looking forward to purchasing one of these.
March 25th, 2009 at 1:16 am
It is too cheap. I buy a solar charger for that price it didnt work and was useless, I buy one that cost 100, and work perfect.
I say this so you be carefull