# Solar Powered Loungers The Tech Chair By Bianca | Published 2008-07-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-loungers-the-tech-chair References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2008/07/solar-sun-chair.php) Are you a sun worshiper that's also addicted to gadgets? Meet the Tech Chair, a [solar powered lounger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zlounger) that will allow you to nerd it up under the summer rays without draining your laptop or MP3 player batteries. The solar powered chaise lounger has an overhang that creates comfortable shade so you can look at your laptop while also charging your electronics as its made of solar paneled fabric. It has built in GPS, speakers, WiFi antenna and a sliding table to plunk your laptop on. The lower portion of the Tech Chair, which was designed by PC World, has [plug ins for all your electronics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/discreet-charging-station), including a camera, mp3 and video docks as well as a gaming device holster. In addition around shoulder height, the lounger has a headphone socket because hey, although most people like to listen to tunes while they tan, not everyone has neighbors who appreciate the same music. While you're at it, why not throw on a [solar powered bikini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3m-worktunes-connect-solar-hearing-protector) too? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Solar Powered Loungers:** Creating innovative outdoor loungers powered by solar energy. - **Tech Chairs:** Integrating technology features into furniture for a convenient user experience. - **Solar-powered Gadgets:** Developing electronic devices that are charged using solar energy. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Furniture:** Opportunity to incorporate solar power technology in outdoor loungers, providing a unique selling point. - **Consumer Electronics:** Expanding the market for solar-powered gadgets, catering to the growing demand for sustainable technology. - **Fashion/beachwear:** Creating solar-powered clothing and accessories to meet the needs of eco-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Heated Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-solar-seat.md) - [Automated Inflation Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerogogo-ps1.md) - [Folding Solar-Equipped Camping Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoeshiner-solar-table.md) - [Solar Powered Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-speaker.md) - [Open-Air Summer Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipz-on-summer-chair.md) - [Modernized Water-Friendly Outdoor Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soleil-adirondack-chair.md) - [Energy-Producing Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ya18-stool.md) - [Solar-Powered Outdoor Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lodge-sound.md) - [Grid-Connected Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion.md)