# Camera-Carrying Chargers The Solar Camera Strap Allows You to Keep Taking Pictures By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-06-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-camera-strap References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/06/25/power-around-my-neck/) & [slashgear](http://www.slashgear.com/solar-camera-strap-concept-ideal-for-sunshine-shutterbugs-2591612/) The solar camera strap is a neat innovation from Weng Jie. It takes the power of the sun and harnesses it so you can [keep taking pictures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-snap-camera) no matter where you are--so long as there's sun, that is. The [solar power panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepsolar-x20-solar-power-bank) are hidden in the strap, so the camera-charging capabilities go anywhere you go. The solar camera strap keeps you in the game, but there's no word as to how the solar camera strap will work when the sun hides behind the clouds. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Solar-powered Camera Accessories:** There is an opportunity to develop other solar-powered camera accessories aside from camera straps. - **Green Energy for Photography:** Development of eco-friendly photography accessories can be explored using technologies such as solar energy. - **Portable Solar Power:** The trend of portable solar power for electronic devices can be applied to cameras and other photography equipment. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Photography equipment and accessories manufacturers could explore integrating solar technology into their products. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can explore developing solar-powered devices for photography enthusiasts. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Outdoor recreation equipment manufacturers could develop solar-powered accessories for photography enthusiasts who enjoy taking pictures while hiking, camping, and exploring nature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-security-camera.md) - [4G-Connected Solar Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imou-aov-solar-panel-camera.md) - [Solar Charging Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-charging-security-camera.md) - [Device-Charging Sun Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-power-hat.md) - [Cellular Off-Grid Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eufy-4g-lte-cam-s330.md) - [Low-Cost Solar-Powered Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-solar-cam-pan.md) - [Dynamic Hybrid Camera Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quimera-camera-strap.md) - [Security Camera Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supercam.md) - [Solar-Powered Oral Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quip-solar-battery-charger.md)