Solar charger?

boriz · 05-21-2009, 10:43 AM

This would be sweet.

Seriously.

An infinite book. If I was stuck on an Island, it would be nice to have a solar charger for my e-book. This means a lot of music and books.

Concept picture:

What do you think of THAT!?

daffy4u · 05-21-2009, 10:45 AM

Well you can get a Solio Hybrid Charger now. No concept needed.

boriz · 05-21-2009, 10:49 AM

Sir no way and I going to spend ~70 dollars on one! I bet the same can be made for FAR less.

I would also like to add that having the wires inside the cover and plugging into the reader by having the metal contacts touch would be excellent, kind of like on a home phone.

Having the device run on strictly a solar panel would be an advantage, and having it run making it switch to battery mode when there is no sun around would be just as nice.

daffy4u · 05-21-2009, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boriz

Sir no way and I going to spend ~70 dollars on one! I bet the same can be made for FAR less.

I would also like to add that having the wires inside the cover and plugging into the reader by having the metal contacts touch would be excellent, kind of like on a home phone.

Having the device run on strictly a solar panel would be an advantage, and having it run making it switch to battery mode when there is no sun around would be just as nice.

Not a "sir" but do it the way that works best for you. I was just suggesting a solution that already exits. If you make a solar cover, I'm sure you'll make a lot of money.

DixieGal · 05-21-2009, 11:17 AM

Patricia has a solar charger that works for her, even in blustery Wales.

daffy4u · 05-21-2009, 11:42 AM

I have the Solio and it works for me, not only on my Kindle but my iPod and cell phone as well.

=X= · 05-21-2009, 12:13 PM

I like the concept. Except I typically flip the flap all the way back.

=X=

notsure · 05-21-2009, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daffy4u

I have the Solio and it works for me, not only on my Kindle but my iPod and cell phone as well.

Great idea!

How long does the normal charge take?

daffy4u · 05-21-2009, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by notsure

Great idea!

How long does the normal charge take?

It's a Hybrid charger which means you can charge it by the sun or by plugging it into the wall. The charge is supposed to last one year if unused.

I live in Southern California, so I just keep it out on my balcony all the time (it's part of my earthquake kit), so I don't know how long the sun takes to charge it. I'm sure the stats are on Solio's website.

I'm able to connect my devices with their USB cables (with my K1 I did have to use a Palm Zire USB cable to charge it but no problem with K2). You can also use tips from iGo.

boriz · 05-22-2009, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by =X=

I like the concept. Except I typically flip the flap all the way back.

=X=

I do this SOMETIMES. I guess you guys win, because I'd need to use the internal battery more than the charger.

astra · 05-22-2009, 08:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DixieGal

Patricia has a solar charger that works for her, even in blustery Wales.

Really? Is there a thread where she discusses/reviewes it?

boriz · 05-23-2009, 12:08 PM

Any more ideas?

slaughters · 06-06-2009, 09:37 AM

Just create your own solar powered USB charger using those old solar powered garden lights you have laying around:

http://www.metacafe.com/watch/800000..._easy_to_make/

daffy4u · 06-16-2009, 12:40 AM

Another entrant on the solar front. The USB Solar Charging 4-Port Hub. It does not have to be connected to a computer to charge devices. It's about $20 so I may have to buy it and see how long it takes to charge a Kindle.

FizzyWater · 06-16-2009, 01:33 AM

I have a "solar powered" calculator that runs from power from interior lighting, not just direct sunlight.

Does anyone know of a similar charger that will work with the ebook readers? The Solio, for example, requires direct sunlight.

05-21-2009, 10:43 AM	#1
boriz Member Posts: 11 Karma: 10 Join Date: Mar 2009 Device: prs-505	Solar charger? This would be sweet. Seriously. An infinite book. If I was stuck on an Island, it would be nice to have a solar charger for my e-book. This means a lot of music and books. Concept picture: What do you think of THAT!?

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daffy4u I'm Super Kindle-icious Posts: 6,734 Karma: 2434103 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Long Drive, Calinadia Candafornia Device: KDXG, KT, Oasis	Well you can get a Solio Hybrid Charger now. No concept needed.

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boriz Member Posts: 11 Karma: 10 Join Date: Mar 2009 Device: prs-505	Sir no way and I going to spend ~70 dollars on one! I bet the same can be made for FAR less. I would also like to add that having the wires inside the cover and plugging into the reader by having the metal contacts touch would be excellent, kind of like on a home phone. Having the device run on strictly a solar panel would be an advantage, and having it run making it switch to battery mode when there is no sun around would be just as nice.

05-21-2009, 11:17 AM	#5
DixieGal Hi There! Posts: 7,473 Karma: 2930523 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ft Lauderdale Device: iPad	Patricia has a solar charger that works for her, even in blustery Wales.

05-21-2009, 11:42 AM	#6
daffy4u I'm Super Kindle-icious Posts: 6,734 Karma: 2434103 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Long Drive, Calinadia Candafornia Device: KDXG, KT, Oasis	I have the Solio and it works for me, not only on my Kindle but my iPod and cell phone as well.

05-21-2009, 12:13 PM	#7
=X= Wizard Posts: 3,671 Karma: 12205348 Join Date: Mar 2008 Device: Galaxy S, Nook w/CM7	I like the concept. Except I typically flip the flap all the way back. =X=

05-23-2009, 12:08 PM	#12
boriz Member Posts: 11 Karma: 10 Join Date: Mar 2009 Device: prs-505	Any more ideas?

06-06-2009, 09:37 AM	#13
slaughters Junior Member Posts: 1 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jun 2009 Device: PRS-505	Just create your own solar powered USB charger using those old solar powered garden lights you have laying around: http://www.metacafe.com/watch/800000..._easy_to_make/

06-16-2009, 12:40 AM	#14
daffy4u I'm Super Kindle-icious Posts: 6,734 Karma: 2434103 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Long Drive, Calinadia Candafornia Device: KDXG, KT, Oasis	Another entrant on the solar front. The USB Solar Charging 4-Port Hub. It does not have to be connected to a computer to charge devices. It's about $20 so I may have to buy it and see how long it takes to charge a Kindle.

06-16-2009, 01:33 AM	#15
FizzyWater You kids get off my lawn! Posts: 4,220 Karma: 73492664 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Device: Oasis 2 and Libra H2O and half a dozen older models I can't let go of	I have a "solar powered" calculator that runs from power from interior lighting, not just direct sunlight. Does anyone know of a similar charger that will work with the ebook readers? The Solio, for example, requires direct sunlight.

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