# Apocalypse-Proof Computers The Sol Laptop is Powered by the Sun and Designed for Rural Areas By Michael Hines | Published 2013-08-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sol-laptop References: [dvice](http://www.dvice.com/2013-8-6/solar-powered-laptop-will-outlast-zombie-apocalypse) & [solaptop](http://solaptop.com/) It's probably best to be cautiously optimistic about the Sol Laptop. After all, it's promising a lot. The laptop's makers, WeWi Telecommunications, claim that it will be able to run for ten hours on only two hours of solar charging. That's right, this laptop is entirely [solar powered](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instinct-3-tactical). The Sol Laptop was designed to be used in rural areas where electricity is at a premium (it'll first be available in Ghana). It will run Ubuntu and feature an [HD display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epaper-computer), touchpad and WiFi connectivity. Since it's meant to be used in remote areas, the laptop has been designed to take bumps and bruises. Its makers have describe it as a "[sports-utility laptop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-zbook-fury-g1i-18inch)." Mum's the word when it comes to the Sol Laptop, but it will reportedly sell for $300. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Solar-powered Laptops:** The trend of developing laptops that are powered by solar energy presents an opportunity for companies to create innovative and sustainable computing solutions. - **Rural Connectivity:** The trend of designing technology specifically for rural areas where electricity is limited opens up possibilities for companies to provide solutions that improve connectivity and access to information. - **Durable Computing Devices:** The trend of creating rugged and durable laptops for remote areas presents an opportunity for companies to develop resilient devices that can withstand harsh environments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** The technology industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by developing solar-powered laptops and connectivity solutions tailored for rural areas. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can tap into the trend of solar-powered laptops by providing innovative and efficient solar charging solutions for portable devices. - **Education:** The education industry can benefit from the trend of durable computing devices by providing durable and affordable laptops to students in remote areas, enabling access to online educational resources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-solar.md) - [Battery-Branded Extended Use Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energizer-laptops.md) - [Solar-Powered Bike Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-edge-1040-solar.md) - [Ecologically Conscious Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-laptop.md) - [Self-Heating Solar-Powered Lunchboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnyside-lunchbox.md) - [Solar-Ready Portable Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-power-266.md) - [Solar-Powered Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-clipse-2.md) - [Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris.md) - [Modular Portable Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeta-power-station.md)