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Finding something worse than having your phone die is difficult in the modern age. We’ve all been there — the panic that comes when your phone is at 1%, and there is no charger in sight. This situation worsens when you’re on a scenic hike and can’t access your trail map or GPS.
Eliminate these frustrating times with a good-quality solar portable phone charger that will save the day when you’re miles away from an outlet.
It’s as simple as it sounds. A solar phone charger converts solar energy from the sun to electricity your devices can use to charge batteries. The main benefit is that you don’t need an external electricity source to get it to work, making it ideal for people who love to spend time outdoors (or those who constantly forget to charge their phones).
With a new solar phone charger, a good-quality tent, an emergency preparedness kit, and one of the popular LifeStraws to filter your water, you’ll be good to go on your next camping trip.
The BioLite SolarPanel 5+ has an integrated sundial that aligns you to the sun to capture optimal rays, while a 360-degree kickstand simplifies positioning on uneven terrain. Plus, the 3,200mAh onboard battery stores energy for later, allowing you to store energy and charge devices when you need it most. Power phones, tablets, and BioLite gear with this ultra-slim 5-Watt panel.
For an option that doubles as a lantern at night, consider the LuminAid PackLite. This two-in-one solar device can charge your phone during a power outage or light your tent at night, all for $50.
The Blavor Solar Charger Power Bank has a whopping 5,000+ reviews on Amazon, and for good reason. According to the brand, this solar-powered charger charges your device 1.8 times faster than other 5V 2A solar power banks and 2.6 times faster than other 5A 1A solar portable chargers. It also doubles as a flashlight.
While Anker’s popular PowerCore Solar 10000 is often out of stock on Amazon and the brand’s website due to the brand’s reliable reputation, the Anker 24W 3-Port USB Portable Solar Charger is available. This portable charger features CIGS, a thin-film solar material that offers greater flexibility than other solar cells while retaining durability.
Another great option is the BigBlue 3 USB-A 28W Solar Charger, that’s currently on sale for $72. The best part? It comes with smart charge technology, which can recognize your device to provide optimal charging speed that varies with different devices. What’s more? BigBlue ensures 100% safe charging with overcurrent, overheating and short-circuit protection.
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