Sitting outside in the open air and getting lost in a good book is one of life's great pleasures, and the Cybook Ocean from French e-reader company Bookeen is making that pleasure a little more sustainable.
Anyone with an e-reader knows that their biggest drawback when compared to paper books is that they have a battery life. Though the small amount of charge for e-readers is hardly a genuine environmental concern, the bigger issue is that a literature fan is left bookless when his or her device dies.
The Cybook Ocean removes that worry when reading outside thanks to its solar-charging cover. Aptly patterned like a leaf, the cover can fully charge the Cybook Ocean within an hour of being exposed to sunlight.
Solar-Charging E-Readers
The Cybook Ocean's Cover Charges Within an Hour
Trend Themes
1. Solar-powered E-reader Covers - E-reader companies can develop covers with solar panels to enhance sustainability and convenience for readers.
2. Green Tech Accessories - There is an opportunity to create tech accessories with an eco-friendly focus, like the solar-charging cover for the Cybook Ocean.
3. Sustainable Reading - The focus on sustainable technologies can extend to all aspects of life, including reading, with opportunities for companies to create sustainable reading materials and devices.
Industry Implications
1. E-readers - Companies in the e-reader industry can invest in developing more sustainable and eco-friendly devices and accessories.
2. Renewable Energy - The growing interest in sustainability creates opportunities for growth and innovation in renewable energy industries, like solar panels.
3. Eco-friendly Accessories - The trend towards sustainability can also drive innovation in the accessory industry, with opportunities to create eco-friendly add-ons for various tech devices.