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Pans Nudibranch Tablet solar powered charger

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<img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-83853 aligncenter" height="200" mce_src="http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/5715/nudibranch.jpg" src="http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/5715/nudibranch.jpg" style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; clear: both; color: #444444; display: block; font-family: Georgia, 'Bitstream Charter', serif; line-height: 1.5; margin-bottom: 12px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: 0px; max-width: 640px;" title="nudibranch" width="300" />Interested in harnessing the power of the sun to charge the various electronic gadgets that you own? If you are, Japanese company Pans might have a solution for you. Called the Nudibranch Tablet (names might have gotten lost in translation), it comes in two variants with the first that comes with a 5,500 mAh capacity and the other that comes in a 2,800 capacity.</div>
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Pans Nudibranch Tablet solar powered charger

Interested in harnessing the power of the sun to charge the various electronic gadgets that you own? If you are, Japanese company Pans m...

Solar Cross electric bicycle

<img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-79268" height="317" src="http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/5826/solarcross.jpg" title="solarcross" width="274" />Getting around on a bicycle is already a green and healthy pursuit, but how do you make it greener? You can’t actually, but you can add more oomph to a bicycle with the help of an electric engine so that you can tackle those killer uphill slopes without breaking too much of a sweat. Terry Hope, a Canadian inventor has come up with the Solar Cross electric bicycle, receiving its juice from the sun (obviously) as well as the rider’s hard work. Using a stock 18-speed Specialized FSR mountain bike, Hope mounted a couple of solar panels over the front wheel, while a 24-volt 1-horsepower motor, a 5000 mah (milli Ampere hour) lithium-ion polymer (LIPO) main battery, two 5000 mah LIPO booster packs wired in series, and a 24-volt controller are also packed into its body.           <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/ubergizmo?a=Gpf8znnz_FE:iLyJxdwRAsA:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/5415/20106059.gif" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/ubergizmo?a=Gpf8znnz_FE:iLyJxdwRAsA:qj6IDK7rITs"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/2270/74936510.gif" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/ubergizmo?a=Gpf8znnz_FE:iLyJxdwRAsA:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/4814/92778514.gif" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/ubergizmo?a=Gpf8znnz_FE:iLyJxdwRAsA:-BTjWOF_DHI"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://img714.imageshack.us/img714/8568/48798254.gif" /></a>

Solar Cross electric bicycle

Getting around on a bicycle is already a green and healthy pursuit, but how do you make it greener? You can’t actually, but you can add more...

US Army testing solar powered tents for troops, gadget addicted campers

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEavdZU1jt8WiyO0KCgu3yoRxqfazR_xvvftUgmRtrCZiHyukAz7Mz6dWyMu0VhqY3EqVfOsi5SzrOf1wEamqixhgJjYAC0_BunwdviIsOvhKAu4TybeaHiL4UWFpAPXSue70TZVsRvPw/s1600/101217-wargadget-02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEavdZU1jt8WiyO0KCgu3yoRxqfazR_xvvftUgmRtrCZiHyukAz7Mz6dWyMu0VhqY3EqVfOsi5SzrOf1wEamqixhgJjYAC0_BunwdviIsOvhKAu4TybeaHiL4UWFpAPXSue70TZVsRvPw/s1600/101217-wargadget-02.jpg" /></a></div>While the military is still hashing out plans to outfit soldiers with their own smartphones, gadgets are already a part of daily life of troops in the field. Of course, more technology means more demand for power, and the Army has been evaluating technologies for flexible, lightweight photovoltaic tents and shades. "They are ideal for charging up batteries, making sure your (communications), night vision goggles and computers are powered up. You don't want a generator on top of a mountain, and you don't want to have to bring fuel to a generator or haul batteries," said assistant secretary of the Army Katherine Hammack. Among the various items being tested are the TEMPER Fly, a roughly 16-by-20-foot tent able to generate 800 watts of electricity; QUADrant, a smaller version of the TEMPER Fly that generates roughly 200 watts of power; and Power Shades capable of generating up to 3 kilowatts of exportable electrical power. Sounds like a kick-ass tent for next year's festival season!

US Army testing solar powered tents for troops, gadget addicted campers

While the military is still hashing out plans to outfit soldiers with their own smartphones, gadgets are already a part of daily life of tro...

Voyager 1 will exit solar system soon, is so close to the void it can taste it

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Endurance: it's important in every race, including the space race, even though many pundits would argue that it kind of fizzled a long time ago. Thirty-three years prior to now, NASA's Voyager 1 began its journey to check in on the outer planets. It accomplished that goal in 1989, and has since moved on to bigger and better things -- you know, like leaving the solar system.

Voyager 1 will exit solar system soon, is so close to the void it can taste it

Endurance: it's important in every race, including the space race, even though many pundits would argue that it kind of fizzled a long ...

Logitech launches the K750 Wireless Solar Keyboard, to be available for $80

<a name="1468605946267194782"></A> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHItPExkSjSUV-U0gYuNxZJSy4SBl8EwlPvarLDd9ngsNl5BMrHRLoi-ahCxeD8nmNGkkg68PQTkvcBZTOLyGx8WVVtGDrnKmPRjs59Fyy774jFgTcKyTCkZfHA3t-r-Khw77yRWs-iPk/s1600/logitech-k750.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="166" src="/logitech-k750.jpg" width="400"></A> Getting tired of replacing your keyboard batteries at the most opportune of times? Logitech has a <a href="http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/31/logitech-unveils-wireless-solar-keyboard-k750-does-away-with-ba/">solution</A> for you, by eliminating the need of batteries OR the need to recharge. Here's the K750 Wireless Solar Keyboard, complete with a whole section of solar panels dedicated to utilizing the ambient light from the sun to power it up. Coming at 1/3-inches thick, it still uses the 2.4GHz frequency connection as with the other Logitech wireless products. This will start hitting retail next month for $79.99. Full press release after the cut.<a name="more"></A> <BLOCKQUOTE>Press Release</BLOCKQUOTE> <BLOCKQUOTE>If You've Got Light, You've Got Power: Logitech Introduces Solar-Powered Keyboard Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 Powered By Light - Even Indoors FREMONT, Calif. - Nov. 1, 2010 - Today, Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) introduced the Logitech® Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 - the company's first light-powered keyboard. The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard powers itself whenever there's light, even indoors, making battery hassles a thing of the past. "The keyboard is still the best input device for typing emails and IMs, updating your Facebook™ page or posting responses to your favorite blogs - and the Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 is the next big innovation in keyboard technology," said Denis Pavillard, vice president of product marketing for Logitech's keyboards and desktops. "The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard is powered by light but can work in total darkness for up to three months. Plus, with its PVC-free construction and fully recyclable packaging, it's designed to minimize its footprint." Powered by Light - Even Indoors To give you hassle-free convenience, the Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard powers itself through its integrated solar panel - no power bricks or charging cables needed. The included solar power app (available for download at logitech.com/k750/solarapp) features a lux meter to help you get the necessary light, makes it easy to get at-a-glance information about battery levels, and even alerts you when you need more power. Logitech's first solar keyboard can be powered by indoor light and stays charged for at least three months in total darkness. Plus an integrated power-indicator light eliminates surprises. Only 1/3-Inch Thick But Logitech did much more than bring solar power to the keyboard. At only 1/3-inch thick, the sleek Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard looks good. With its rounded edges and thin profile, this stylish, streamlined keyboard is a joy to hold and behold. Feel-Good Typing The low-profile keyboard features Logitech Incurve keys™. Using a concave design, Incurve keys support the shape of your fingertips, while helping guide your fingers to the right keys. In addition, the soft, rounded edges make it easy for your fingers to glide from key to key. Powerful, Reliable Wireless Connection with Logitech Unifying Technology The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 offers Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity, keeping you connected with virtually no delays or dropouts, so you get all the benefits of a cord, with the convenience of wireless. Logitech Advanced 2.4 wireless also includes 128-bit AES encryption with the keyboard - one of the highest levels of security available. Plus, the tiny Logitech® Unifying receiver is small enough to stay in your laptop, so there's no need to unplug it when you move around. And you can easily add up to six Logitech Unifying and Unifying-ready mice and keyboards - without the hassle of multiple USB receivers.Pricing and Availability The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in November 2010 for a suggested retail price of $79.99 (U.S.). To learn more about the Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 please visit www.logitech.com or our blog for more information.</BLOCKQUOTE>

Logitech launches the K750 Wireless Solar Keyboard, to be available for $80

Getting tired of replacing your keyboard batteries at the most opportune of times? Logitech has a solution for you, by eliminating the n...