PowerMonkey eXplorer Solar Charger
The PowerMonkey eXplorer lets you charge your gadgets wherever and whenever. The eXplorer is compatible with most moble phones, iPOds, MP3 players and portable games consoles.
You can charge up the eXplorer using the included solar slave that can be attached to a rucksack while hiking or hung from a window. The solar slave can even be used to charge your gadgets directly.
The LCD screen displays battery capacity and the level of charge, the PowerMonkey eXplorer also has short-circuit protection, over-charging protection and over-discharging protection
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Zap Mosquito Bites with the ZapperClick
Not sure if this is available stateside, but is available in the UK. The ZapperClick produces 5 - 10 electrical impulses that are created by a piezo crystal that inhibits histamine build up on the mosquito bite; so in theory no scratching and reduced swelling.
The ZapperClick requires no battery and is good for around 1,000 bites
I’m not sure that this device will work, but if you are one of the many that have minor or even severe reactions to mosquito bites, the ZapperClick could be an option
Pocket Shower from Sea to Summit
Here is another space saver for those backpacker / camping travelers out there. The Pocket Shower from Sea to Summit is made from heat-resistant waterproof fabric with a roll top closure. Built into the base is a compact showerhead that works with a simple on/off twist mechanism. The shower head can be adjusted to allow just a trickle of water or a full flowing down pour.
The Pocket Shower holds up to 10 liters (2,6 gallons) and can be hung from the tough Delrin™ D rings with the 20 feet of lightweight cord provided. The black fabric allows the sun to warm the water during the day.
Note: The shower gives you about 8 minutes of water when fully opened, so be quick.
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Coleman Pack-Away Lantern
Whether camping or just in case of emergencies, it’s good to have a light source available. The Pack-Away Lantern from Coleman measures in at 3.2″ x 2.7″ x 1.9″ closed and 4.875″ x 2.7″ x 1.9″ open.
It has four settings Off/High/Low/Emergency Strobe and is powered by 4 AA batteries. It will illuminate on high for 5 hours or 12 hours if switched to low. Small and light, the lantern weighs just 8 ounces so its easy to pack away for your next camping trip or store ready for your next power outage.
The Coleman Pack-Away Lantern retails for around $35
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Mobile Edge ScanFast Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags
With the recent TSA announcement that will allow travelers to pass through security checkpoints without having to remove laptops from cases, there is bound to be a host of offerings from the various laptop bag manufacturers.
One of the first to announce a new lineup od ’checkpoint friendly laptop bags’ is Mobile Edge. The ScanFast lineup includes a backpack, briefcase and messenger style bags suitable for most sizes of laptops. These bags have been designed to conveniently open for airport screeners so that you can pass through much faster.
The Mobile Edge ScanFast line should be available later this summer
Source: Mobile Edge
