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The Gramo speakers come with three layers of photovoltaic panels and can be used with a wide array of devices, ranging from notebooks to portable media players. There is the internal battery pack that can store energy converted during the day, just in case you listen to most of your music at night. These speakers are also portable because they can be folded completely to be flat enough to carry around in a pocket. [TreeHugger]
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The solCHAT Bluetooth Speaker Phone is the latest solar powered gadget from Scosche, which is designed to be used in your car. Using voice announce technology, the speaker phone announces calls as they come in so users can keep their eyes on the road while driving. This green gadget is powered by an integrated solar panel and lithium ion rechargeable battery combination. It also comes with a USB charging cable and car adapter so you can charge at night and on days with insufficient sunlight. The solCHAT is priced at $99.99. [Product Page] More
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It seems that Sony is serious to create green gadgets. Sony’s new glucose-operated battery uses glucose as its main source of energy. Sony has successfully find out how to generate power out of carbohydrates by breaking down enzymes that release active energy, which then can power small electronic devices. The Bio Battery is capable of generating up to 50mW of power, enough to power most of today’s gadgets. [daylife]
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Konarka has successfully developed a range of organic thin-film solar cell modules which are flexible enough to be attached to a bag and used as a power source of an electronic paper. These solar panel modules are exhibited at the 2nd International Photovoltaic Power Generation Expo (PV EXPO 2009). The energy conversion efficiency of these super thin solar cells stand at 4% currently within a building. Translucent solar cells are also available from Konarka, and having these on our ceilings and windows will definitely revolutionize the power industry. [TechOn]
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Here is the new eco-friendly alarm clock that is perfect for those who like green gadgets. The clock doesn’t need electricity or batteries. You just need to add water to power up your alarm clock and keep it topped up as the water evaporates for a constant supply of energy.
This alarm clock utilities an electrochemical reaction between the electrodes and water, which produces enough electrical energy to power it. This alarm clock also tells the room’s temperature. Once you have filled it, you should have at least three months power to go on before you need to top it up. If you are interested, you can purchase the water powered alarm clock for £19.99. [Product Page]
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Still remember the Motorola MOTO W233 Renew that we mentioned last month? The phone is now available at T-Mobile for $9.99 with a two-year service agreement. As a reminder, the Motorola MOTO W233 Renew is touted as the first mobile phone that was made using recycled water bottle plastics. The phone has a superior battery life with up to nine hours of talk time and up to 18 days of standby time. In addition, the GSM phone packaging and included in-box materials are printed on 100 percent post-consumer recycled paper. Other features include optional 2GB removable memory, WAP Browser, mini USB, and 128 x 128 65K 1.6 inch CSTN display. [Slashphone via Upcoming Cell Phones]
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Here is the new rechargeable battery from PowerGenix. The Quantaray Super Z is a Nickel-Zinc (NiZn) AA battery that is able to hold 30% more voltage compared to other rechargeable battery and is 100% non-toxic. Sadly, there is no word on pricing or availability. [Engadget]
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We know that most of flashlight rely on battery power. The Hybrid Solar Light flashlight comes with a solar panel that converts solar energy into battery power. The flashlight also boasts 40 lumens of brightness and is water-resistant up to 80 feet. [SlipperyBrick]
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Want to save the world this Christmas? You can contribute by not buying anymore environmentally hazardous alkaline batteries and start buying these environmentally friendly USB rechargeable batteries from Moixa. Details after the jump. Go green go! More
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