# Sun-Powered Charging Bags The SOLARBAK Backpack Keeps Your Devices Going By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-12-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarbak References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2012/11/30/solarbak-solar-powered-backpack/66148) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0095N8NG6?tag=trenhunt0f-20) When you need to have all of your devices with you at school but hate it when they run out of power, you need the SOLARBAK [solar-powered backpack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coalax-lancer300) sold by VisionBay. As you walk to class, this bag will absorb power directly from the sun with its large solar panel, allowing you to [plug in your laptop, phone, tablet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charger-2) or whatever gadget you need. Staying charged has never been so easy or so stylish as this bag is a great accessory for all your back-to-school needs. It has ample room to fit all your books, notebooks and laptop, comes in cool colors such as black, red or blue and has a [lithium ion battery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highperformance-portable-battery). Don't be caught using a regular backback, go with the supercharged SOLARBAK. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Solar-powered Backpacks:** The emergence of solar-powered backpacks creates an opportunity for manufacturers to combine function and environmental sustainability in their product designs. - **Portable Solar Energy Solutions:** The development of portable charging devices that use solar technology provides greater accessibility to renewable energy solutions for consumers on the go. - **Solar-powered Wearables:** The integration of solar technology into wearable devices offers an opportunity for tech companies to provide convenient and sustainable charging solutions for their customers. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** Tech companies can incorporate solar technology into their devices and products, providing an eco-friendly and convenient feature that could be a competitive advantage in the market. - **Fashion:** The fusion of fashion and technology through solar-powered wearables, such as charging bags, can lead to innovative and stylish product designs that appeal to eco-conscious consumers. - **Education:** The emergence of solar-powered backpacks provides educational institutions and organizations an opportunity to leverage sustainable technology to improve student experiences and promote environmental stewardship. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Solar Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetti-handsfree-power-station.md) - [Homeless Support Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-makeshift-traveler-backpack.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) - [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 Power Bank Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-bank-wallet.md) - [Folding Solar Power Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dexpole-solar-power-bank.md) - [Modular Power Station Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coalax-lancer-300.md)