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If you are looking for an eco-friendly table lamp, then check out the new IKEA Solvinden solar-powered table lamp. The IKEA Solvinden table lamp is juiced by a trio of rechargeable AA batteries and a solar charger, which can brighten anyplace for around four hours. If you are interested, you can buy the IKEA Solvinden Solar-powered table lamp for $19.99 each. [IKEA]
Sonelis Technologies has rolled out a new solar-powered desk lamp that looks like a leaf. The Greendix Lumileaf Solar LED desk lamp has a 1800mA NiMH battery that powers six 1.2W high-brightness energy efficient LED that provide ample light for any situation. The Lumileaf is also designed to be used in both outdoor and indoor settings as the body is also water resistant. Additional features include an ambient sensor that automatically controls the LED’s operation, as well as the world’s first application of SMT LED directly onto the solar panel. [Product Page]
The Solar Wind Bridge concept was designed by Francesco Colarossi, Giovanna Saracino and Luisa Saracino as part of an Italian design contest to re-imagine a decommissioned bridge. The bridge has solar cells embedded in the roadway and an array of 26 wind turbines underneath, which could produce 36 million kWh per year to power 15,000 homes. These designers have even included a “green promenade” that would run alongside the road, which they suggest could be used to grow fruits and vegetables. [Autoblog Green]
Voltaic has unveiled the Spark Tablet Case for iPad. The case comes equipped with solar panels that generate 8 Watts of power to provide about an hour of iPad runtime for every hour in direct sunlight. The Spark Tablet Case features a battery pack that can also be recharged from a high-powered USB ports or a wall charger. Measuring 34cm x 27cm x 4cm ad weighing 900 grams, the bag is made from recycled PET and is waterproof, lightweight and UV resistant. Voltaic expects to release its Spark Tablet Case in the Spring 2011. No word on pricing so far. [Gizmag]
Designed by Eric Strebel. the Solar Vox is a small, rugged USB solar charger created to recharge all your USB supported handheld devices such as cell phones, smartphones, Apple iPods, PMPs and portable gaming consoles. The unit’s design enables four optimum solar angles of 0°, 30°, 70° and 90 degrees, making it versatile any time of the day anywhere on globe. The Solar Vox uses standard USB connectors, so you will not need any additional USB cables to charge your device, simply use the USB cable that came with your device. It is easy to assemble and disassemble and the solar panel has a life span of over 10 years. The Solar Vox uses standard rechargeable “AA” batteries found in stores through out the world. Typical charge time for the “AA” 2500mAh internal batteries or a phone to a 50% charge boost is approximately 4 hours of direct sunlight. Watch the video after the jump. Read more
Casio today introduced its new G-Shock and Oceanus series at Eco product 2010. These new eco-friendly watches only requires 6.2 Watts of power to provide up to 860,000 watch movements. The new G-Shock and Oceanus series are also powered by a built-in solar panel, which is located just behind the watch face. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. Read more
Designed by [A]rmada, the Hangueando Solar-powered lamps consist of a couple of wooden light-boxes tied together by a cord, allowing them to adapt to any given environment or use. These lamps are built from local wood, put together with water-based adhesives and finished with water-based finishes, and lit through low energy consumption LEDs. Each box contains a battery energized by a photovoltaic panel that when combined and having collected an enough amount of energy, is capable of emitting up to 8.5-hour of continuous light. [Yanko]
Nokero has introduced the N200 solar-powered light bulb. It is a small, lightweight and durable lighting solution that will allow users to enjoy a good level of lighting for very long periods of time, while in the same time keeping the environment clean. The Nokero N200 has three modes: On, Off, and Turbo-Task. The bulb can last six or more hours on one day’s charge, or 2.5 hours per night or more in Turbo-Task mode. What makes this light bulb special is that it also sports a rain-proof body. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. Read more
The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 is known as the company’s first light-powered keyboard. This keyboard charges itself whenever there is enough light and stays charged for at least three months in total darkness, so you can say good-bye to battery hassles. Measuring at just 1/3-inch thick, the low-profile keyboard features Logitech Incurve keys that support the shape of your fingertips, while helping guide your fingers to the right keys. Additionally, the soft, rounded edges make it easy for your fingers to glide from key to key. The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 connect to the computer using a 2.4GHz wireless connectivity. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. Read more
Panasonic and Sanyo have collaborated to create the EVERLEDS Lithium-ion Solar Street Light, which is powered by a combination of solar cells and lithium-ion batteries. This combination of power sources will provide enough juice for up to 15-hour at night. The EVERLEDS Lithium-ion Solar Street Light also uses Sanyo’s HIT solar cells, which is a single crystal hybrid type solar cells with the highest-class conversion efficiency in the world. The Lithium-ion Solar Street Light is perfect for use in schools, parks, streets, around housing complex and public outdoor facilities. Panasonic will release the EVERLEDS Lithium-ion Solar Street Light in Japan next year. [FarEastGizmos]
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