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Illuminating Eco Smartphone Chargers

The Voltmaker Charges a Device and Features a Built-In Light

— June 5, 2013 — Eco
Running out of power with your smartphone quickly disconnects you from your life, which is where the Voltmaker can come in handy for quickly charging up without the need for a traditional electrical outlet.

Using kinetic energy, the Voltmaker powers when the built-in wing is whipped to create a charge; from here, the volts can be transferred to an iPhone, Android or even tablet device for quickly powering back on. A flashlight is built into the opposite end of the Voltmaker, which makes it a great, all-in-one device for emergencies.

While other kinetic chargers on the market require cranking or other monotonous motions that can cramp up your hands, the Voltmaker uses a sophisticated motion that won't cause fatigue too fast and might actually help give your arm a work-out.
Trend Themes
1. Kinetic Energy Chargers - The use of kinetic energy to power devices offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the charging industry.
2. All-in-one Device - Combining smartphone charging capabilities with additional features like a built-in flashlight presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the mobile accessories industry.
3. Eco-friendly Power Solutions - The development of eco-friendly smartphone chargers that reduce reliance on traditional electrical outlets and promote sustainability presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the energy sector.
Industry Implications
1. Charging Industry - The advancement of kinetic energy chargers has the potential to revolutionize the market by providing convenient and sustainable charging solutions.
2. Mobile Accessories Industry - The integration of multiple functions into a single device, such as smartphone charging and a built-in flashlight, opens new possibilities for innovation in the mobile accessories sector.
3. Energy Sector - The shift towards eco-friendly power solutions like kinetic chargers can disrupt the traditional energy industry by promoting renewable energy sources and reducing environmental impact.
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