Solar Charger case available for the iPhone
updated 12:25 pm EST, Fri December 19, 2008
iPhone Solar Charger cases
Solar Arcadia has launched its Solar Charger for both first generation and 3G iPhones. Capable of charging the iPhone while out in the sun, features include LED indicators for the charging and discharging state, and a reverse-current protection-circuit, integrated to prevent iPhone batteries from being discharged. Using a lithium ion polymer battery; the case offers a max output of 5V, and a charge of 6V. Material for the casing is made from sheepskin.
Solar chargers can also work with the iPod touch, but block the headphone jack on the bottom.
Available from the company’s website, solar cases are priced at $45.
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Joined: May 2005
cool but..
I am not a green freak or anything..
Odd that this "green" charger is made from dead sheep.
(I do wear leather shoes). But there is just something "inconsistent" about this.