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The Solar-Energy Saving Cordless Fan

Abby McVay, Apr 28th 2008 Discuss [2]

If you intend upon doing any camping this summer but can't live without a few gadgets, this solar powered fan might be just the thing to help you out. I know for many, camp sites without any power whatsoever are fun but they do need a fan an alarm clock and maybe even a charger for small gadgets. Read The Full Story

The “portable” PowerCube – solar generator

Abby McVay, Apr 4th 2008 Discuss [0]

Although this power cube looks a bit like an extremely uncomfortable recliner it is actually a portable solar generator. I am assuming when they claim that it is portable they are using the term very loosely, because this isn't exactly something you toss in the car and go. Read The Full Story

Noon Solar gives a sneak peak of their Spring Collection

Abby McVay, Mar 28th 2008 Discuss [0]

Back in November I wrote up an article on Noon Solar's stylish bags and now they have come out with a few more goodies to add to your wishlist. The bags as always feature the solar panels to charge all those gadgets that are concealed within it. Read The Full Story

The Solar-Powered Razor

Abby McVay, Feb 15th 2008 Discuss [0]

Ever drive down the road and look over at the lane next to you and shriek in horror as you see a female putting on mascara as she drives down the highway at 70mph? Well, frankly boys are guilty of finishing up their morning rituals in the car as well and now they can do it in an environmentally friendly way. Now they can jet down the highway buzzing off those chin hairs while harnessing the power of the sun with this Solar-powered Razor. Read The Full Story

Strap Ya’s solar cellphone charger

Abby McVay, Feb 11th 2008 Discuss [0]

If you're all about all that is solar for your gadgets, you might need something portable to keep your phone charged. Some of the larger panels work for cell phones too, but having a small charger with you at all times can be extremely convenient. Read The Full Story

FreePlay Companion Power Source

Christina Crouch, Jan 24th 2008 Discuss [0]

All in one devices seem to be prevalent today. Not to be outdone by gadget consolidation, Freeplay Energy has launched and all in one power source called the Freeplay Companion. Read The Full Story

The Solar Powered Battery for the PSP

Abby McVay, Jan 7th 2008 Discuss [0]

I am always all about any gadget that utilizes solar power, but sometimes just using solar power isn't enough. Occasionally you have to actually think the design through a bit. The PSP can now harness solar power through deal extreme, but not in the brightest way. Read The Full Story

Solar powered Christmas lights alleviate wiring issues

James Allan Brady, Dec 20th 2007 Discuss [1]

I’m sure one or more of you have covered a tree or some other fixture in your yard with Christmas lights only to realize that you now have to run an ugly extension cord all the way out to them. Well, with these lights you won’t have that problem as they are solar powered. Read The Full Story

Sun Table forces you outside

Abby McVay, Dec 19th 2007 Discuss [1]

For those that enjoy the great outdoors while trying to work on their laptop, this solar table is just the way to save on that energy bill. Now anyone can take one look at my pasty white skin and know that it is highly unlikely that I'll be toting my laptop out into the dreaded sunlight. However, I can appreciate the gesture of creating a table to make the world a greener place. Read The Full Story

Nokia Eco Sensor phone concept

James Allan Brady, Dec 10th 2007 Discuss [0]

So lately Nokia has been trying to bring out the eco-friendly sprite in all of us, with little to no success. Last week it was the environmentally friendly Nokia 3110 Evolve, this week its this Eco Sensor concept phone. Read The Full Story

Solar-Powered Bible Preachy because it’s ‘em’powered by the ‘son’

Christina Crouch, Dec 7th 2007 Discuss [0]

Having a lot of ministers in my family it’s by far no stretch to say I get preached at a lot. Sometimes it’s a comfort knowing that no matter what I do there is going to be something to let me know how righteous or messed up I am for it. The only downfall, for me, is when there is no one around to share their information with me, until now. Read The Full Story

IFA 2007 – Sunload solar-panel equipped bags caught on video

Chris Davies, Sep 1st 2007 Discuss [0]

It's the job of fate to make sure that, when you really need to call someone, your cellphone battery has died. The people at Sunload obviously got fed up of this, and have stuck a triumphant two fingers up at fate with their solar-panel equipped bags. Vincent caught up with them at IFA 2007 and got a tour of the latest range; check out the exclusive SlashGear video after the cut. Read The Full Story