# Sun-Fueled Chargers These Solar-Powered Phone Chargers Stick to Any Window By Elise Ying-Hei Ho | Published 2012-10-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-phone-chargers References: [thefancy](http://www.thefancy.com/things/247514485/Solar-Window-Charger-by-XD-Design) The sun is a monstrous ball of perpetual heat, so why not take some into your own pocket with these solar-powered phone chargers? When walking down the street or driving in a car your smartphone can die instantly. It’s tricky to keep the battery going, considering all those fancy complimentary apps attached to your cell phone these days. This is especially true for users who have data. Your apps are constantly, and automatically, updating themselves, sucking up your data and battery’s life. Created by XD Design, these solar-powered phone chargers are small and compact, making it easy to keep in your purse or glove compartment. Though aesthetically appealing, the charger is also quite convenient with its handy suction cup. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Solar-powered Phone Chargers:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the development of more efficient and durable solar-powered phone chargers. - **Portable Charging Solutions:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating compact and convenient portable charging solutions for smartphones. - **Energy Harvesting Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the integration of energy harvesting technology into everyday consumer devices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the consumer electronics industry through the development of innovative charging solutions. - **Renewable Energy:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the renewable energy industry by creating more efficient and versatile solar-powered charging devices. - **Mobile Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the mobile accessories industry by introducing innovative and portable charging solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Device-Charging Sun Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-power-hat.md) - [Solar-Powered Oral Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quip-solar-battery-charger.md) - [Solar-Powered Charging Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-mars-bot.md) - [Sunlight-Mimicking Panelled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunne-lamp.md) - [Roof-Mounted EV Charging Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-sun.md) - [Folding Solar Power Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dexpole-solar-power-bank.md) - [Display-Equipped Smart Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-charger.md) - [Origami Travel Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-panel-origami-technology.md) - [Solar-Ready Portable Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-power-266.md)