Goal Zero Sherpa 50 Solar Recharging Kit
The Goal Zero Sherpa 50 is an ultra-portable power supply designed to keep tablets and laptops charged while you travel. It can extend a laptop’s runtime by roughly two hours or add about 15 hours to a tablet, and it recharges sustainably from solar energy. Weighing less than a bottle of water, the Sherpa 50 fits easily in a backpack or briefcase. It recharges from sunlight in about five hours, or in roughly two hours using a wall outlet or car adapter. The unit offers USB and DC output ports, and AC power is available when paired with the Sherpa Inverter (sold separately). A Laptop Charging Kit is also available to connect many laptops directly to the Power Port. Price: $359.58.
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Jackery Mini
The Jackery Mini is one of the smallest external device batteries on the market, weighing under 3 ounces and small enough to slip into a pocket or purse. It can fully charge an iPhone 5 on a single cycle and can provide up to 50 extra hours of use for some devices. Thanks to its power-lock technology, the pack can hold a charge for up to six months, making it convenient for infrequent use. The Jackery Mini is compatible with iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android devices, most Windows phones, tablets, handheld gaming devices and MP3 players. Housed in a durable aluminum case, it’s built to withstand travel. Price: $24.95.
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Swann HD PenCam
The Swann HD PenCam combines a functional ballpoint pen with a discreet high-definition camera and DVR, ideal for users who need a compact recording solution. It records HD color video and captures high-resolution JPEG photos, storing up to eight hours of video or as many as 72,000 images when paired with a MicroSD card (up to 16GB, card not included). The built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides about 45 minutes of recording on a full USB charge. The PenCam is compatible with Windows 7, XP and Vista, as well as Mac OS X, and recorded files play on common media players such as Windows Media Player, QuickTime, RealPlayer, VLC, WinDVD and PowerDVD. Files can be shared by email or uploaded to social platforms and content sites. Price: $99.99.
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Sprint Vital
The Sprint Vital is an affordable smartphone that delivers strong performance and modern features. Running Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), it includes a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, a 13-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and video capture, and a 1-megapixel front camera. The device supports Sprint 4G LTE for fast web browsing and sports a 5-inch HD IPS display with a 1280 x 720 resolution and a break-resistant LCD. Its removable 2,500 mAh lithium-ion battery offers up to about 15 hours of talk time. The Vital also emphasizes eco-conscious design, featuring Underwriters Laboratory Environment Platinum Certification and packaging that is 98 percent recyclable. Price: $99.99 with a new line or eligible upgrade, a two-year service agreement and a $50 mail-in rebate (taxes excluded).