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Solar BackPacks

Interested in charging your smartphone, tablet or laptop while on-the-go?  A solar backpack includes several technologies embedded in a backpack configuration that  captures sunlight while on your  back.  A typical solar backpack will include durable solar panels on the exterior, cables and/or ports to connect to an electronic device like a phone or laptop, and optionally a battery pack to store electricity for charging or powering an electronic device.  Several companies make solar backpacks, and I’ve included a comparison chart that provides an overview of features and capabilities of a few of the major brands.

  • Solar Go Pack by Solar Go Productions

    Solar Panels: 5 watts

    Battery: 12,000 mAH, Lithium Ion

    Connectors: USB output

    Device Support: smart phones, DSLR cameras, 7″ tablets, 10″ tablets

    Waterproof

    Dimensions: 14″ h x 17″ w x 6.2 d, 2.8 lbs

    List Price: $139

    Rating: Rated: 4

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  • Elevate Air Backpack by BirkSun

    Solar Panels: 4.4 watts

    Battery: 5,000 mAH, Li-Polymer

    Connectors: USB output to charge electronic devices

    Device Support: smart phones, DSLR cameras, 7″ tablets

    Waterproof

    Dimensions: 18″ h x 12.4″ w x 3.5″ d, 2.7 lbs

    List Price: $199

    Rating: Rated: 4

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  • Offgrid Solar Backpack

    OffGrid Solar Backpack by Voltaic Systems

    Solar Panels: 4.4 watts, 6 or 12 volts

    Battery: 4,000 mAH, Li-Polymer

    Connectors: USB output to charge electronic devices

    Device Support: smart phones, DSLR cameras, 7″ tablets

    Waterproof

    Dimensions: 18″ h x 12″ w x 8 d, 4.5 lbs (2.05kg)

    List Price: $199

    Rating: Rated: 4

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  • Array Solar Laptop Charger by Voltaic Systems

    Solar Panels: 11 watts, 6 or 18 volts

    Battery: 20,000 mAH, Li-Polymer

    Connectors: USB output. 12 volts, 16 volts, 19 volts

    Device Support: smart phones, DSLR cameras, 7″ tablets, 10″ tablets, laptops

    Waterproof

    Dimensions: 16.5″ h x 10.5″ w x 2″ d, 3.6 lbs (2.05kg)

    List Price: $389

    Rating: Rated: 4

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