Energizer’s Solar Recharger looks like an odd device. It looks like it could be an iPod battery extender, a AA charger or even a Solar adapter. And it actually is all of the above. Mainly, it’s a battery charger for standard rechargeable AA and AAA batteries and is primarily powered by an AC jack that’s assisted by a flip-out solar panel. The USB port can power your connected gadget and the Solar Charger will act as an extended battery for almost any USB-powered device, like your iPod for instance.
The beauty of this device is that through the use of cheap rechargeable batteries, Energizer sell it for just $50, with 2 AAs included. Some other features include weatherproofing and a rotating solar panel.
It’s a great alternative to all of those device-specific battery extenders and solar chargers. The official announcement will be at CES 2009.
[Clean Technica]
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Batteries, charges, Energizer, gadgets, Recharger, solar, USB
Great gadget! Just seraching for the best price on the inet. Maybe I´ll get the Uniross Solar Charger without AC.
A bigger panel and solar tracking would be nice for that energizer Solar Flip.