Solio H1000 Universal Hybrid Charger (Orange)
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Digital product summary information
Manufacturer: SolioModel: S323-B36T
Color: Orange
Product features:
- Provides an emergency power source when away from power outlets
- Stores energy from solar panel; can also be charged via USB port of any computer with included tip
- Works with most mobile phones, MP3 players, and GPS devices right out of the box
- Just 1 hour of sunshine provides approximately 14 minutes of cell phone talk time or 40 minutes of MP3 playback
- Compact, high impact plastic shell; built-in rugged carabiner and cable
- Solio Mono, H1000, Classic Adapter Tip for Apple (iPhone/iPod)
- Monster iCable 800 MP3 Player to Auxiliary Input Cord (3 Feet)
Digital camera reviews of Solio H1000 Universal Hybrid Charger (Orange)
Digital camera Review: Better than Advertized
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought this before going to summer camp for a week with my son's BSA troop, and honestly, I expected to reap more envy from the other technophiles in the troop than to actually put it to much use (admittedly a shallow motive for buying it). But I was surprised and pleased to actually find it of value.
I charged it from my computer before setting off to camp with the idea that it would be an emergency back-up battery from my mobile phone. By Wednesday evening I'd made a few calls from the remote campsite and had killed the charge on my cellphone. I fully recharged it in short order from the Solio, which was still 60% charged after this.
By Thursday evening, another ASM needed to recharge his phone and I was able to accommodate him with my Solio (which I'd had out in the sun all day and was back at full power).
Finally, on the bus ride home, I was able to loan the fully charged Solio to two scouts to recharge an iPod and another mobile phone. I also recharged my own iPod as well before I had completely discharged the Solio.
Maybe I had better luck than others have had, but I have found that the device recharges more quickly than advertised. I had it out in the sun on my backpack or on my tent all week and it was always ready for use.
And of course, it also paid off in my more mundane expectations and many people admired it, making it a great icebreaker with members of other troops.
I didn't give it five stars only because it still takes a long time to charge it fully and you need to keep your expectations in line. But it does what it says and probably does it a bit better than documented.
Summary of Solio H1000 Universal Hybrid Charger (Orange)
The Solio Hybrid 1000 is a universal charger that will power your cellphone, ipod, digital camera, GPS and other handheld rechargeable devices. It has an high capacity internal Lithium Ion battery that can hold a charge for later use. It's free and green to charge through Solio's built in solar panels or you can charge by plugging into a USB outlet. New on the Hybrid 1000 is the carabiner clip that lets you carry your Solio wherever you go.When on-the-go power for your gadgets is key, plug into the Solio Hybrid 1000, which boasts a powerful solar panel and battery in an incredibly compact and slender case. Simple to use, the Hybrid 1000 is geared for outdoor adventures with its compact, high impact plastic shell and built-in rugged carabiner and cable. Solio also limits your need to purchase and carry around multiple chargers for all of your gadgets and is your one-stop charging solution for all of your products from cell phones and iPods, to digital cameras, game players, and GPS.
Plug into the Sun, and charge Solio through its solar panel--it's free and green. The Hybrid 1000 also accepts power from the USB port of any computer, using the energy to power your gadgets at the same rate as if they were plugged into the wall. Solio will also hold its charge for up to a year. You can also use the optional Solio Global Wall Adapter to charge from the wall.
Features
- A full Solio H1000 will charge a typical mobile phone once or give 10 hours of MP3 music. Just 1 hour of sunshine provides approximately 14 minutes talk time or 40 minutes of MP3 music.*
- Provides an emergency power source when away from power outlets.
- Adapter tips allow you to power multiple gadgets with a single charger (tips for most products included in pack)
- Works with multiple gadgets, including mobile phones, iPhone, Bluetooth headsets, smartphones/PDAs, MP3 players, portable gaming devices, digital cameras, GPS and much more.
- Reusable--use it again and again.
- Compact lightweight design--convenient for travel or emergency use.
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Specifications:
- Nominal DC Output: 3V 1.2A
- Maximum Wattage: 3.6 Watts
- Battery: Rechargeable Lithium Ion 3.7V 1A cell
- DC Input: 5-6V 0.4Ah
- Dimensions: 7.8 x 0.71 x 2.6 inches (LxHxW)
- Weight: 4.6 ounces
- Temperature Range: -4F to 131F (-20C to 55C)
What's in the Box?
Solio Hybrid 1000, adapter tip system cable, USB Port Replicator tip (powers iPhone, iPod, MP3 players), Mini-USB tip (powers Motorola, Blackberry, Garmin, iRiver), Nokia tip, instruction manual.
*Performance times may vary slightly depending on type of device and intensity of sunlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solio compatible with my iPhone? The USB port replicator tip--included in the box--is also compatible with iPods, MP3 players, and many digital cameras. A separately available adapter is required for the iPhone 3G and second generation iPod touch.
Can I charge Solio on a cloudy day and can it be left outdoors? Yes, Solio will charge on a cloudy day, although less efficiently than when under clear skies. Cloud cover can also be too thick to allow enough sunlight through to the solar panels. Solio is engineered to be rugged and weather resistant, but it is not entirely weatherproof. Solio should not be left out in wet, rainy, or snowy conditions without a protective covering.
Can I charge a device while charging the Solio? Yes, providing that the Solio has a bit of power on it. Please note that as the Solio is transferring power to your device it will not gain much of a charge, if at all. If the current drawn is greater than the amount that sunlight conditions allow the Solio to charge it's internal battery, you may not significantly receive a charge from the Solio.
About Solio
Solio is made by Better Energy Systems, a company that develops and markets portable clean technology products for travel, work, and play. Their award-winning designers and engineers think 'outside the grid' to develop new technologies for the eco-mobility market, creating true energy independence for people around the world. With products engineered to the highest technical and environmental standards, BES enables customers to take a meaningful step on the path to sustainability.
Founded in 2001 in London, BES envisions a massive shift in energy delivery and infrastructure to combat global warming. They believe that making renewable technology accessible to the average person will speed this shift. Solio, the company's flagship product, was conceived as a 'trojan horse' for the renewable energy market; a versatile hand-held charger that opens the lives and minds of consumers to the potential of solar. BES also stands for energy equality: the belief that all people - regardless of geography or economic standing - are entitled to clean energy and light. BES is engaged in the fight against poverty by finding new ways to bring sustainable power and light to people at the bottom of the economic pyramid.
When on-the-go power for your gadgets is key, plug into the Solio Hybrid 1000, which boasts a powerful solar panel and battery in an incredibly compact and slender case. Simple to use, the Hybrid 1000 is geared for outdoor adventures with its compact, high impact plastic shell and built-in rugged carabiner and cable. Solio also limits your need to purchase and carry around multiple chargers for all of your gadgets and is your one-stop charging solution for all of your products from cell phones and iPods, to digital cameras, game players, and GPS.
Plug into the Sun, and charge Solio through its solar panel--it's free and green. The Hybrid 1000 also accepts power from the USB port of any computer, using the energy to power your gadgets at the same rate as if they were plugged into the wall. Solio will also hold its charge for up to a year. You can also use the optional Solio Global Wall Adapter to charge from the wall.
Features
- A full Solio H1000 will charge a typical mobile phone once or give 10 hours of MP3 music. Just 1 hour of sunshine provides approximately 14 minutes talk time or 40 minutes of MP3 music.*
- Provides an emergency power source when away from power outlets.
- Adapter tips allow you to power multiple gadgets with a single charger (tips for most products included in pack)
- Works with multiple gadgets, including mobile phones, iPhone, Bluetooth headsets, smartphones/PDAs, MP3 players, portable gaming devices, digital cameras, GPS and much more.
- Reusable--use it again and again.
- Compact lightweight design--convenient for travel or emergency use.
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Specifications:
- Nominal DC Output: 3V 1.2A
- Maximum Wattage: 3.6 Watts
- Battery: Rechargeable Lithium Ion 3.7V 1A cell
- DC Input: 5-6V 0.4Ah
- Dimensions: 7.8 x 0.71 x 2.6 inches (LxHxW)
- Weight: 4.6 ounces
- Temperature Range: -4F to 131F (-20C to 55C)
What's in the Box?
Solio Hybrid 1000, adapter tip system cable, USB Port Replicator tip (powers iPhone, iPod, MP3 players), Mini-USB tip (powers Motorola, Blackberry, Garmin, iRiver), Nokia tip, instruction manual.
*Performance times may vary slightly depending on type of device and intensity of sunlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solio compatible with my iPhone? The USB port replicator tip--included in the box--is also compatible with iPods, MP3 players, and many digital cameras. A separately available adapter is required for the iPhone 3G and second generation iPod touch.
Can I charge Solio on a cloudy day and can it be left outdoors? Yes, Solio will charge on a cloudy day, although less efficiently than when under clear skies. Cloud cover can also be too thick to allow enough sunlight through to the solar panels. Solio is engineered to be rugged and weather resistant, but it is not entirely weatherproof. Solio should not be left out in wet, rainy, or snowy conditions without a protective covering.
Can I charge a device while charging the Solio? Yes, providing that the Solio has a bit of power on it. Please note that as the Solio is transferring power to your device it will not gain much of a charge, if at all. If the current drawn is greater than the amount that sunlight conditions allow the Solio to charge it's internal battery, you may not significantly receive a charge from the Solio.
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