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Solio Mono by Solio $59.95 115167 Features: The solar cell is both durable and powerful for quick charging Integrated, rechargeable and replaceable lithium-ion battery can be charged with the sun or plug it in to a USB outlet Stores power up to one year Works with most mobile phones, MP3 players, PDA's and GPS's right out of the box (additional adapters are available) Specifications: Size: 47 x 13 x 85 inches Internal batt...

Jump-N-Carry JNC300XL 900 Peak Amp Ultraportable 12-Volt Jump Starter with Light $64.95 Ultra-portable jump starter can be stored virtually anywhere and weighs just 9 lbs. Delivers 900 Peak Amps of jump starting power 27" #4 gauge cables provides efficient power transfer to vehicle's battery Built-in flashlight is great for emergencies and everyday use 12 Volt outlet to power accessoriesA great balance of power and portability, the SOLJNC300XL packs the punch of 900 Peak Amps of sta...

HYBRID SOLAR POWERED FLASHLIGHT WITH EMERGENCY BATTERY BACKUP BLACK (*2-pack*) $23.96 Hybrid Solar Powered Flashlight! Doesn't Need To Be Left In The Sun! Once Charged It Can Be Stored Anywhere And Holds A Full Charge For Over 3 Years! The Hybrid Solar Light uses revolutionary technology that generates power from sunlight and stores it. When fully charged the Hybrid Solar Light can hold a charge for years. It is environmentally friendly, durable and guaranteed for life*. Features: ...

Sunforce 50022 5-Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger $49.95 Solar Power Chargers for your 12V batteries and accessories. Power-up anywhere, affordably! These Solar Power devices grab free "juice" from the sun! They extend the life of your 12V batteries, maintain the charge and allow you to run various electronics (deer feeders, landscaping pumps, etc.) from your batteries. Clean, silent operation... with both cigarette lighter adapter and battery clamps. T...

AmazonBasics AA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries BYD 8 Pack AAA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries Product Features 8-pack 2,000 mAh rechargeable AA batteries for digital cameras, remotes, and more. Pre-charged and ready to use right out of the pack;Extremely slow self-discharge rate maintains 80% of capacity after 1 year of storage at 20℃. Greater Power and Better Performance in lower temp than Alkaline.Combines best features o...

Sanyo NEW 1500 eneloop 8 Pack AAA Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries $17.70 The SEC-HR4U8BPN 4-AAA Eneloop battery pack utilizes SANYO's advanced rechargeable battery technology allowing them to last longer than ever before! Unlike disposable batteries which can only be used only once and are wasteful to the environment, the eneloop batteries can be recharged up to 1,500 times. They come pre-charged, can be used immediately out of the pack and maintain 75% of their charge...

Sanyo Eneloop Ni-MH Charger and 8 Rechargeable AA and 4 Rechargeable AAA Batteries $33.99 New, improved eneloop kit in colors eneloop - ready to use rechargeable battery. Since its launch in November 2005 eneloop has become well-known around the world as it has revolutionized the consumer-use rechargeable battery segment with its unique features: * rechargeable approximately 1,000 times * coming pre-charged, making it usable immediately after purchase * its unique design departing from...

New Trent iCruiser IMP1000 11000mAh External Battery Pack and Charger for The new iPad the 3rd Gen ipad, iPad2, iPhone 4S 4 3Gs 3G, iPod Touch (1G to 5G), Android (Samsung Galaxy Note S S2, HTC Sensation EVO Thunderbolt, LG Optimus V), Blackberry (Bold curve Torch), Droid(Motorola Razr), Plus Major Tablet PCs with 5V input (Samsung, Blackberry, HTC) etc $76.95 This is the 4th Generation USB power bank for the latest iPad 3 "the new ipad" and iPad 2. It will never let your smart phones and Tablet PCs run out of battery. This compact and ultra long-lasting backup battery will be your perfect power solution on the go. When you travel, there's no need to charge your devices through an electrical outlet, the iCruiser IMP1000 is the ultimate power source! N...

Roadpro 12V Battery Clip-On and Cigarette Lighter Adapter $4.94 Roadpro RPPSAPS 12V Battery Clip On and Cigarette Lighter Adapter....

Opteka BP-SC4000 Ultra Thin Solar Powered High Capacity (4000mAh) Backup Battery and Charger for Cell Phones, iPhone, iPod, and Most USB Powered Devices $25.07 The Opteka BP-SC4000 Ultra Thin Solar Powered Mobile Device Charger allows you to charge your mobile devices when a wall outlet or USB power source are not available. The BP-SC4000 contains a 4000mAh lithium-polymer power bank which charges up via solar energy or computer USB port, and features 10 mobile-device connecting tips, extension cable and USB port making the BP-SC4000 compatible with most...

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The Great British Summer and Solar Camping - What to Look Out For

Apart from the Great Outdoors and the Great British Summer, what else is there to ask for? What about the latest eco-friendly solar camping gadgets to help make this year's trip the best yet. This summer, why not try out some of the great ways to make good use of a sunny season with solar power - here are five-of-the-best solar portable devices and gadgets to take with you on your camping trip this year.

The first gizmo to look at or look with is the Solar Torch. Not the most extravagant or exciting gadget out there, but with a good torch you wont get lost in the dark, and with the Solar Torch there is no more need for spare batteries or fumbling about to discover that the power has run out.

The Solar Torch retails at £6.50 from www.selectsolar.co.uk. With three PV cells down its spine and sides, and a flat sturdy base for placement, this robust torch can be left outside in the sunshine all day to feed off of the sun's energy. The energy converted by the solar panels is fed into a transmitter and stored behind 5 super bright LEDs. The Solar Torch comes fitted with a miniature compass on its base and is great for any outdoor adventures, at home or away.

The next gadget makes camping that little bit more appealing for all. The Hi-Gear Solar Shower is an essential accessory for camping in comfort. This travel shower makes sure that an early morning cold water wash is something of the past. Simply fill the bag with water, leave it in the sun for approximately three hours to warm through, and then hang the shower to enjoy freshening up in comfort.

The Hi-Gear Solar Shower is a multi use shower device that can provide up to seven years of use. The dimensions of the bag are 55cm deep (including handle) and 40cm wide, with a 20litre capacity - which equates to about three showers a bag. The hose is approximately 67cm and the device itself is capable of reaching temperatures of up to 48 C - so it is always best to test the water before using and add cold water if required. The Hi-Gear Solar Shower can be found at www.ethicalsuperstore.com with a retail price of £8.99.

Continuing from the make-shift shower room, the next gadget is a reminder that being away from mains power is no reason to end up looking like a grizzly bear. The Solar-powered Rechargeable Shaver means that a clean shave and feeling fresh is always at hand - just remember to leave it in the sun.

The innovative shaver will take 8-12 hours to fully charge and comes with a beard trimmer, brush and drawstring travel bag - which means it is ready to travel with you anywhere under the sun. The rechargeable shaver works in the same way a traditional shaver will, but is fitted with a discreet miniature solar panel. It retails at £24.99 and is also found at www.selectsolar.co.uk.

The penultimate gizmo - which is a must-have for any gadget enthusiast on a camping holiday this summer - is the Maplin Electronics' Scotty personal solar charger. The personal charger clips onto your clothes or bag allowing it to bask in the sunlight whilst you move about, charging your iPod and other portable gadgetry on the go.

The Scotty personal solar charger costs £34.99 with larger panel kits from £69.99 and can be found at www.maplin.co.uk. A full charge from the Scotty charger will provide enough energy for one hour's talk time on a mobile phone or 60 minutes stand-by time. The universal connector means that the charger can supply power to a range of devices from Sat Nav systems and beyond - you can even use it to power household lamps when you get home.

Finally, the last and probably most advanced gadget is the UNI-PAC charger. This solar charger uses United Solar Systems Corp. Triple Junction Technology to convert sunlight into electricity. The UNI-SOLAR UNI-PACs can be dropped, stepped on, packed and re-deployed; they can even provide power with bullet holes through them or in partial shade - so to any secret agents, this is the charger for you.

The UNI-PAC 10 offers dual voltage charging for 12v and 24v, and can be wired together with other UNI-PAC panels. This is not so much a gadget as it is a piece of kit. The UNI-PAC was designed to meet charge Laptop or Notebook computers under military requirements for durability, performance and reliability - retailing at a rather costly £451.63 from unlimitedpower it is no surprise that this technology is built to last.

There are many other eco-friendly ways to set out on an adventure this year. But with these five of the markets latest, you can be sure that solar power can supply the solution for any type of camping quandary.

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Solio Mono by Solio $59.95 115167 Features: The solar cell is both durable and powerful for quick charging Integrated, rechargeable and replaceable lithium-ion battery can be charged with the sun or plug it in to a USB outlet Stores power up to one year Works with most mobile phones, MP3 players, PDA's and GPS's right out of the box (additional adapters are available) Specifications: Size: 47 x 13 x 85 inches Internal batt...

Jump-N-Carry JNC300XL 900 Peak Amp Ultraportable 12-Volt Jump Starter with Light $64.95 Ultra-portable jump starter can be stored virtually anywhere and weighs just 9 lbs. Delivers 900 Peak Amps of jump starting power 27" #4 gauge cables provides efficient power transfer to vehicle's battery Built-in flashlight is great for emergencies and everyday use 12 Volt outlet to power accessoriesA great balance of power and portability, the SOLJNC300XL packs the punch of 900 Peak Amps of sta...

HYBRID SOLAR POWERED FLASHLIGHT WITH EMERGENCY BATTERY BACKUP BLACK (*2-pack*) $23.96 Hybrid Solar Powered Flashlight! Doesn't Need To Be Left In The Sun! Once Charged It Can Be Stored Anywhere And Holds A Full Charge For Over 3 Years! The Hybrid Solar Light uses revolutionary technology that generates power from sunlight and stores it. When fully charged the Hybrid Solar Light can hold a charge for years. It is environmentally friendly, durable and guaranteed for life*. Features: ...

Sunforce 50022 5-Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger $49.95 Solar Power Chargers for your 12V batteries and accessories. Power-up anywhere, affordably! These Solar Power devices grab free "juice" from the sun! They extend the life of your 12V batteries, maintain the charge and allow you to run various electronics (deer feeders, landscaping pumps, etc.) from your batteries. Clean, silent operation... with both cigarette lighter adapter and battery clamps. T...

AmazonBasics AA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries BYD 8 Pack AAA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries Product Features 8-pack 2,000 mAh rechargeable AA batteries for digital cameras, remotes, and more. Pre-charged and ready to use right out of the pack;Extremely slow self-discharge rate maintains 80% of capacity after 1 year of storage at 20℃. Greater Power and Better Performance in lower temp than Alkaline.Combines best features o...

Sanyo NEW 1500 eneloop 8 Pack AAA Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries $17.70 The SEC-HR4U8BPN 4-AAA Eneloop battery pack utilizes SANYO's advanced rechargeable battery technology allowing them to last longer than ever before! Unlike disposable batteries which can only be used only once and are wasteful to the environment, the eneloop batteries can be recharged up to 1,500 times. They come pre-charged, can be used immediately out of the pack and maintain 75% of their charge...

Sanyo Eneloop Ni-MH Charger and 8 Rechargeable AA and 4 Rechargeable AAA Batteries $33.99 New, improved eneloop kit in colors eneloop - ready to use rechargeable battery. Since its launch in November 2005 eneloop has become well-known around the world as it has revolutionized the consumer-use rechargeable battery segment with its unique features: * rechargeable approximately 1,000 times * coming pre-charged, making it usable immediately after purchase * its unique design departing from...

New Trent iCruiser IMP1000 11000mAh External Battery Pack and Charger for The new iPad the 3rd Gen ipad, iPad2, iPhone 4S 4 3Gs 3G, iPod Touch (1G to 5G), Android (Samsung Galaxy Note S S2, HTC Sensation EVO Thunderbolt, LG Optimus V), Blackberry (Bold curve Torch), Droid(Motorola Razr), Plus Major Tablet PCs with 5V input (Samsung, Blackberry, HTC) etc $76.95 This is the 4th Generation USB power bank for the latest iPad 3 "the new ipad" and iPad 2. It will never let your smart phones and Tablet PCs run out of battery. This compact and ultra long-lasting backup battery will be your perfect power solution on the go. When you travel, there's no need to charge your devices through an electrical outlet, the iCruiser IMP1000 is the ultimate power source! N...

i.Sound Portable Power Max with 16,000 mAh for iPod, iPad, iPad2, iPhone, DROID, and BlackBerry $63.99 Anyone who's ever had the battery die in their cell phone, MP3 player, camera, or other electronic device knows what a pain it can be (and that it always seems to happen at the most innoportune moment). iSound's Portable Power Max is perfect for avoiding these annoyances: an ultra-portable backup battery that will charge multiple devices at once, without the need for an AC outlet or multiple ba...

Duracell Instant USB Charger with Lithium Ion Battery/Includes Universal Cable with USB and mini USB $17.99 Includes universal cable with USB and mini USB. Compact on demand power. 1 charger, 1 cable. 5 volt/1150mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery. USB power port. On/off switch, charging status light (illuminates when the charger is operating). Charging indicator light. In port used to charge the charger with the provided USB cable. Additional Run/Talk Time: iPod Classic: Up to 50 hours. iPod Nano: Up ...