# Solar-Powered Multi-Chargers Notebook-Sized Solar Panel Can Charge Two iPads At Once By Dean Sala | Published 2013-06-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-for-ipad References: [prweb](http://www.prweb.com/releases/ipad-solar-charger/solar-charger/prweb10650729.htm) & [suntactics](http://www.suntactics.com/shop/usb-scharger-12/) This notebook-sized solar panel is powerful enough to charge two [iPads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m30) at the same time. The [portable panel is foldable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kuxiu-k1), lightweight and thinner than a mousepad. Just place on the ground or on a table, plug-in and point directly at the sun, no batteries needed. Invented by Dean Sala, CEO of Suntactics, this device does not only charge at the same speed as a wall socket, but was designed to be waterproof. This universal USB solar charger was designed to withstand critical damage and still work as intended. This gadget will [charge any smartphone at full capacity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-nano-charger) in under 2 hours and tablets around 3-4 hours; it can also charge cameras, e-readers, music players, speakers, storage batteries, flashlights, practically anything with a male USB connection. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Foldable Solar Panels:** The trend of foldable solar panels allows for portable and convenient charging of electronic devices on-the-go. - **High-speed Solar Charging:** The trend of high-speed solar charging presents an opportunity to reduce reliance on traditional wall sockets and increase the efficiency of charging electronic devices. - **Waterproof Solar Chargers:** The trend of waterproof solar chargers enables outdoor usage and resilience to environmental conditions, providing reliable charging options in various scenarios. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can leverage foldable solar panels to offer customers convenient and eco-friendly charging options for their devices. - **Travel and Outdoor Equipment:** The travel and outdoor equipment industry can tap into the high-speed solar charging trend to provide campers, hikers, and adventurers with reliable and fast charging options for their electronic devices. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can explore the market for waterproof solar chargers, offering versatile and resilient charging solutions for remote locations, disaster situations, and emergency response scenarios. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Folding Solar-Equipped Camping Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoeshiner-solar-table.md) - [Folding Solar Power Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dexpole-solar-power-bank.md) - [Origami-Inspired Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sego-innovations.md) - [Easily-Rechargeable Portable Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solix-522.md) - [Origami Travel Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-panel-origami-technology.md) - [Hybrid Portable Battery Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charger-2.md) - [Furniture-Like Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/es-30w-solar-panel.md) - [Device-Charging Sun Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-power-hat.md) - [Expandable Solar Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepsolar-x20-solar-power-bank.md)