Wenger Portable Solar Chargers Can Refuel Gadgets in the Outdoors
Elise Ying-Hei Ho — December 11, 2012 — Eco
The Wenger portable solar chargers are a dream come true for the outdoor lovers who can’t seem to let go of their gadgets. Charging anything from GPSs, MP3s, smartphones, laptops and tablets, the lightweight panel can charge up to four gadgets simultaneously. It can also be easily be strapped onto the camper or hiker’s backpack while trekking through the woodsy trails.
As the company who is renowned for making the famous Swiss Army knives, the Wenger portable solar chargers have the stamp of approval when it comes to durability and longevity. Weighing only at 1 pound, 8 ounces, the foldable panel can charge two smartphones in as little as two hours. The panels are also able to store the absorbed energy—approximately twice the amount of two smartphones—in case charging is not immediately required.
As the company who is renowned for making the famous Swiss Army knives, the Wenger portable solar chargers have the stamp of approval when it comes to durability and longevity. Weighing only at 1 pound, 8 ounces, the foldable panel can charge two smartphones in as little as two hours. The panels are also able to store the absorbed energy—approximately twice the amount of two smartphones—in case charging is not immediately required.
Trend Themes
1. Foldable Solar Panels - Exploring the use of foldable solar panels for outdoor enthusiasts to be able to charge their gadgets and devices on-the-go.
2. Multi-device Charging - Developing chargers that can simultaneously power up multiple devices such as smartphones, tablets, GPSs, laptops or wearables.
3. Energy-storage - Creating more efficient methods of storing solar energy for later use.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Equipment - The outdoor equipment industry can capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable and portable charging solutions to cater to eco-conscious and tech-savvy customers.
2. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can incorporate more solar-powered products into their offerings, as the environmentally conscious trend continues to grow.
3. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can explore the use of foldable and portable solar technologies as alternative sources of energy.
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