The problem with gadgets is that they all need power, so if you’re away from mains electricity for any period of time, there’s always a chance that your batteries will run out of juice just when you need them most. With the Powermonkey eXplorer solar charger, however, you can top up gadgets so they keep on going no matter how far from a plug socket you are. The device is compatible with most mobile phones, iPods, PDAs and handheld games consoles, and will give you an extra 96 hours of standby time on your mobile or an additional 40 hours from your iPod. It also includes a solar panel add-on so you can top up the available power wherever there’s sunlight, supplying a limitless source of energy-provided it’s not overcast.
Price: £65
Where to buy: www.powertraveller.com
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