Solio Universal Hybrid Solar Charger Endless power from the sun for iPhones, iPods, Blackberries, & more
by Better Energy Systems (S224-C37U)
Your iPhone is hungry. Your iPod is whining. They need power. Maybe it's your blackberry that's bummed-out, or your Palm that's passed-out, or your Sony that's spent. Got a Samsung that sucks battery power?
When your personal electronics crap-out, and you're miles (or at least blocks) from the nearest charger, and you don't want to drop this call, or stop that iPhone app that's busy brewing your coffee, what do you do? Most mortals would start running for the nearest USB port, but not you. You have access to thermonuclear power. And it's available wherever you go.
Solio Magnesium Edition is the world's most advanced solar hybrid charger!
Engineered to meet the demands of the serious adventurer, Solio Mg combines efficient solar cells and a high capacity battery to collect and store power.
With expanded compatibility and a strong, biodegradable magnesium alloy shell, this is the most powerful and versatile hybrid charger ever made. Small enough to fit in your shirt pocket, powerful enough to recharge a wide assortment of portable electronic devices. The magnesium oxide shell offers incomparable durability, strength, beauty, natural cooling properties, and is fully biodegradable.
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Compact portable power
The Solio fits in the palm of your hand, and generates energy from sunlight through its solar panel blades & stores it within its integrated Lithium battery. Mobile devices including iPod, cell phones & PDAs can be charged at the same rate as their individual wall chargers thanks to Solio's intelligent internal circuitry. A huge selection of adaptor tips are available to connect to your devices... see below.
No sun? No problem!
The Solio is called a 'Universal Hybrid Charger' for the simple reason that it gives you portable power in a variety of ways. If there is no sun, the on board battery does the job. When the sun is unavailable, charge your Solio using the included wall adaptor, so even if there is not enough sun, the Solio will play the part of a back-up battery.
Solio FAQ...
Can I use my iPod, phone, or PDA while connected to the Solio?
Yes. The Solio acts just like a reserve battery. When it is connected, it will power your device & charge the battery at the same time. If there is daylight, the Solio will use the power from the sun to provide power & charge your battery at the same time.
Do I need a sunny day to use the Solio?
No. The Solio will charge as long as there is daylight, with the rate dependant on the intensity of the light. It will produce the most power in direct, bright sunlight. Even at night, the Solio comes in very handy as a back-up battery for your device.
How does this differ from the Solio Classic?...
Tough magnsium alloy shell, greater max power output, slightly greater capacity in the on-board storage lithium battery, HUGE number of connectors available via iGO.
More than just a good idea...
Over its lifetime, Solio will ideally produce more energy than was used in its construction.
What's in the box...
Solio comes bundled with a common USB port connector to enable it to connect to popular small electronics from cell phones, PDAs, smart phones & blackberries, iPods & other MP3's, and other devices...
USB Port : Female port works just like the USB port on your PC
iGO Mobility Cable : For connecting adaptor tips from the vast iGO selection o iGo Motorola Razor tip
o iGo LG Chocolate tip
o iGo Nokia tip (small round version)
o iGo Samsung tip
o iGo Blackberry tip
For more iGo® tips click here Hemp Carry Bag : Natural, bio-degradeable carry sack... Solio Pencil : The easy way to align & stand your Solio
Global AC travel adaptor : charge from grid power worldwide (US, CA, UK, EU, AU, NZ)
Other available connection options...
A wide variety of other adaptors are available from iGO to fit the Solio Magnesium's output cable. Check the iGO website for the mobility connectors you need.
(note that the Solio will not power a laptop - choose from connectors for mobility devices like phones, iPods, mp3 players, digital cameras, Blackberries, & PDAs).
Solio Charger Crib Sheet...
Phones, PDAs, & Smart Phones: Use the specific adaptor tip for your phone make/model available through the iGO website.
iPods & mp3 Players: Connect your iPod or other mp3 player to the Solio using the Solio's USB port. A dedicated iPod connector is also available through iGO.
Digital Cameras: Many digital cameras can be powered directly from the Solio using the Solio's USB port or Mini-USB adaptor tip. Note that cameras do not 'charge' from USB ports, but many will operate while connected. Standard barrel connectors are also available from iGO.
GPS: The Solio can power select GPS units via USB.
AA/AAA Battery Charging: We've tried the Solio with DC-input & USB battery chargers, and can recommend the Mini USB Charger. Other models require more than the 8-Watt maximum of the Solio.
Other Devices: The Solio offers GameBoy & PSP connectors. It is not able to support devices above 8W, and so cannot power laptop computers.
