Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger
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Manufacturer: SolioModel: S224-C41U
Color: Magnesium
Product features:
- Collect and store power from the Sun or from wall outlets for charging your electronic devices any time day and night
- Compatible with the Universal iGo tip system for use with hundreds of different portable electronics
- High-capacity internal battery stores energy for up to a year
- Durable and weather-resistant to meet the demands of the serious adventurer
- One hour of Sun can provide 20 minutes of talk time or 50 minutes of MP3 music
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger
Customer Review: Great way to spark interest on "going green"
Summary: 4 Stars
After browsing different websites for alternate energy chargers for my electronic devices for about 3 days I decided to go with the magnesium Solio. I mostly bought it because I'm not only a gadget freak but also a "green" freak in a sense.
My expectations were average, I just wanted to make my ipod energy efficient and have something cool to show off laying around the house. It came within 3 days of ordering it, at the time it costed $120 so i'll base the review on that price. The look and design of the Solio was more than I expected I'd say, it looks sleek and easily fits into my pocket for portability when folded up. I set it up the first day to charge (keep in mind inside my house looking out a window facing the sun for probably 7-8 hours per day). I checked after 2 days straight of clouds and rain and it showed 2 blinks which stands for about half way charged, an average 25% charge per day through a window and clouds which seems pretty fair to me.
After about the last 4 months using this device I'd say im pretty happy with it. It may seem expensive which i wont deny it kind of is but its really a top of the line green gadget to have and i'd easily recommend it to any of my friends who were looking into buying something like it. Instead of going with a cheap version of a solar charger that could break within 2 weeks (I've had much too much experience with that) definitely go with something like this that has durability and will last a long time, you wont regret it. Mine's sat through rain outside numerous times and it's even been dropped a few times and shows no damage at all. Anything that uses usb to charge can be charged with it with the included female usb plug which makes it extremely convenient.
My only real flaw with it is the actual charging time really varies and sometimes it will fully charge in 2 days, other times it takes a full week but once it's charged it can charge my nano twice and have some extra juice left over just incase.
Overall I definitely recommend the Solio, I've had no problems with it at all and it seems like it will last me for at least a few years into the future.
Description of Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger
Solio Magnesium hybrid charger is the world¿s most advanced hybrid charger. Engineered to meet the demands of the serious adventurer, Solio Mg edition combines efficient solar panels and a high capacity battery to collect and store power. With expanded compatibility and a strong yet elegant magnesium alloy shell, this is the most powerful and versatile hybrid charger ever made. Your Solio includes: Charging Cable for iGo tip system; Female USB Cable (powers iPhone, iPod, MP3s); Blackberry iGo tip (A29); Motorola Razor iGo tip (A32); Samsung iGo tip (A62); LG iGo tip (A92); Nokia iGo tip (A105); Pencil; Solio Hemp Bag; Global Wall Adapter. Universal Charger ¿ Powers virtually all your electronic devices. Now compatible with the Universal iGo tip system for use with hundreds of different portable electronics. Stores Power - Charge your devices anytime, day or night Internal rechargeable/replaceable battery stores power for up to one year. (A full Solio Mg will charge a typical mobile phone more than twice or give over 20 hours of MP3 music - just 1 hour of sunshine = 20 minutes talk time or 50 minutes of MP3 music). Hybrid Charger - Charge anywhere on Earth. Plug into the Sun and charge Solio Mg through its solar panels ¿ it¿s free and green! Or plug into the wall to charge from the grid. Technical Specifications Max rated output 8 watts. Solar panel max output 0.85 watts (5.5 V 150mA). Rechargeable 3.7V 1800mAh Lithium Ion battery. Solar Dimensions 120 x 65 x 34 mm. Weight: 6 oz.The family of Solio the Universal "Hybrid" Chargers, Solio Mono, Solio Classic, Solio Hybrid-1000, the Solio Magnesium, are powerful enough to charge all handheld electronic devices at home or on the move, anything, anytime, anywhere. It is a Hybrid because it can accept power from either the sun, a computer, or the wall storing this energy within Solio's internal rechargeable battery.
Solio uses this energy to power gadgets at the same rate as wall adaptors and will hold its charge for up to a year and is the only solar charger of its kind that has a long-lasting internal, high-capacity battery which may be removed at the end of it?s life-cycle ? returned to Better Energy Systems for responsible disposal, and replacement.
Solio limits the need to purchase and carry around multiple chargers and is a one-stop charging solution for all hand-held electronic products from cell phones and iPods, iPhones, to digital cameras, game players, and GPS, and charges these products from a Solio, at the same rate as plugging them into the wall.
About Solio
The sun?s energy is so powerful that in just one hour the amount of energy that falls on the earth equals the amount used by he world?s population in one year?. This realization with the increased demand for portable power, inspired the leadership of Better Energy Systems to design the Solio ? a hybrid solar charger for most small, portable, electronic gadgets. It was introduced at San Francisco?s MacWorld in 2005 where it won ?Best of Show?.
Solio quickly caught the consumer?s imagination and interest because it combined convenience, easy to use renewable energy, with cutting-edge, award-winning design and engineering. Efficient solar cells, a high capacity, integrated lithium-ion battery, easy to remove and replace from its durable recyclable shell, and a sophisticated internal circuitry, with a variety of interchangeable tips, enables compatibility with current and future portable electronic devices including mobile phones, iPods, Iphones, PDA?s music players, digital cameras, GPS systems, etc.
With this combined value and appeal, the company continues to receive prestigious awards and acknowledgements for its family of four Solio models, and has now sold more solar systems than any other company in the world.
The Solio Magnesium Edition is an advanced hybrid charger engineered to meet the demands of the serious adventurer. The device combines efficient solar panels and a high-capacity battery to collect and store power. With expanded compatibility and a strong, elegant magnesium alloy shell, this is an extremely powerful and versatile hybrid charger.
Universal Charger
Solio limits your need to purchase and carry around multiple chargers for all of your gadgets. It's your one-stop charging solution for all of your products, from cell phones, iPods, and MP3 players to digital cameras, game players, and GPS. Now compatible with the Universal iGo tip system for use with hundreds of different portable electronics. Includes Adapter Tip system cable and USB tip for iPod, digital cameras, and other compatible devices.
Hybrid Charger
Solio is a hybrid because it can accept power from either a wall socket or the Sun, storing this energy within Solio's internal rechargeable battery. Solio then uses this energy to power your gadgets at the same rate as if they were plugged into the wall.
Stores Power
Charge your devices anytime, day or night. Internal rechargeable battery stores power for up to one year. A full Solio Magnesium Edition will charge a typical mobile phone more than twice or give 20-plus hours of MP3 music. One hour of sunshine is converted into about 20 minutes talk time or 50 minutes of MP3 music.
How Solio Works
Solio features a fan-blade design that allows it to achieve maximum solar area when in use. Just spread out the blades, expose them to direct sunlight either out of doors or affixed to a window, and get ready to take your power on the road.
- One hour of sun will give you enough juice to play your iPod for about an hour or provide up to 25 minutes of additional talk time on most cell phones.*
- Provides an emergency power source when away from power outlets.
- Adapter tips allow you to power multiple gadgets with a single charger; tips for most products included in pack.
- Works with multiple gadgets, including mobile phones, iPhone, Bluetooth headsets, smartphones/PDAs, MP3 players, portable gaming devices, digital cameras, GPS, and much more.
- Reusable--use it again and again.
- Compact lightweight design--convenient for travel or emergency use.
*Performance figures vary among device, intensity of sunlight, and ambient temperatures.
What's in the Box
Solio S224-C41U Magnesium Edition Hybrid Charger, Charging Cable for iGo tip system, Female USB Cable (powers iPhone, iPod, MP3s), iGo Motorola Razor tip, iGo LG Chocolate tip, iGo Nokia tip, iGo Samsung tip, iGo Blackberry tip, Pencil, Solio Draw String Hemp Pouch, Universal Wall Adapter
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