The ability to charge a cell phone can make a world of difference in your ability to communicate when the power is out. The Gomadic portable solar charger is another great option for charging small electronics with solar power. Well designed and built and easy to use. Check out my video review below to see how it works:
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Keep preparing! Angela
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Looks good. So I think the small extender charge thing is sold separate right? If I buy one is there a referral to give them from you?
It actually looks like they have changed the small charger design since I got mine–http://www.gomadic.com/pocket-charger.html
There is no way to link your purchase to me unless you buy through the Amazon link, then I get a small commission from Amazon. I didn’t see the pocket charger on Amazon though, so just purchase from their home site if you want that part: http://www.gomadic.com/home.php
I’ve been looking at larger solar power sources. I have a small one that will charge cell phones and other small devices (it actually stores the charge so it can be charged and stored for a backup source, too) this particular charger looks like it’s more for a specific higher-need device (the JLAB Go 4G). I like that it’s carefully calibrated and offers more voltage for faster charging.
I’m thrilled that solar technology is improving (and dropping in price). If I could just convince my husband to invest in rooftop panels we could mostly go off the grid. (whole house is electric, but I’m moving toward propane for at least cooking).