More charges. Less waste.

The recently introduced Apple Battery Charger has one of the lowest standby power usage values or “vampire draw” of similar chargers on the market. That’s the energy most chargers continue to draw after their batteries are fully charged. The Apple Battery Charger senses when its batteries are done charging and automatically reduces the amount of power it needs. In addition, the reusable batteries that come with each Apple Battery Charger are designed to maintain a high charge capacity for hundreds of charges, so you no longer have to buy new batteries or toss them every few months.

The smarter way to charge.

When the Apple Battery Charger recharges your batteries, it not only maximizes battery performance and lifespan, it also conserves energy. Thanks to an intelligent power management system, the Apple Battery Charger uses less power once your batteries are fully charged, making it one of the most energy-efficient rechargeable battery solutions ever. The Apple Battery Charger can recharge one or two batteries at a time. It’s optimized for Apple-supplied batteries and it also works with AA NiMH batteries from other companies, too.

Fully loaded. And then some.

Each Apple Battery Charger comes with six high-performance AA NiMH batteries: two for your keyboard, two for your mouse or trackpad, and two for charging. Unlike many other reusable batteries, these batteries have an incredibly long service life. Which means you can finally break the cycle of buying and disposing of those single-use alkaline batteries. The batteries that come with the Apple Battery Charger kit also have an extraordinarily low self-discharge rate. Even after a year of sitting in a drawer, they still retain 80 percent of their original charge. That way you always have backup power when you need it.

The charger kit costs $29 and includes six Apple batteries touted to last for up to 10 years. The charger can also work in other countries as well. See the Apple site for more info.

Yogen Universal Mobile-device Charger will charge your mobile device with only a few minutes of pull/release time. They have versions for iPods, iPhones, MP3 players, Cameras, Navigation GPS and many more devices.  It is really good for travel, hiking, camping, loss of power emergencies, etc. Great to keep one in your car’s glove box or emergency kit.
Yogen Charger

Solio Mono-a

The Solio Mono-a is the perfect compact power companion for charging your new iPhone or iPod on the go. This multi-device hybrid solar charger boasts an all-new compact design with a single solar panel; a 1650 mAh Lithium-Ion internal charging battery to enable quick re-charging of your devices; plus compatibility with more than 3200 other mobile products.The Solio Mono-a is simple to use. Just charge it up; attach a cable and press the Start button. it’s the only solution you’ll ever need to keep your music playing and your iPhone communicating as desired.

Multi-device charger

Power any iPhone and a variety of iPod models, as well as other handheld electronic devices through the Solio universal tip system. It can charge GPS devices, digital cameras, LED lights, radios, speakers and more.

Power storage

Charge your iPhone and iPod anytime day or night through the integrated 1650 mAh Li-Ion battery. This rechargeable and replaceable battery stores power for up to one year and charges a typical iPhone up to 70% when at full capacity.

Hybrid charger

Charge anywhere on Earth. Plug into the sun and charge the Solio Mono-a through its long life (15 year) solar panel or use the included cable to charge from a USB port.

Features

• Compatible with iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3G and various iPod models
• Tip compatibility for thousands of other electronic devices
• Rugged design to withstand the elements
• Integrated charging level indicator tells you how much power is available
• Four levels of power protection circuitry to prevent over-charging
• Holds charge for up to one year
• Helps you save money and the environment

Solio also offers a few other types of solar battery chargers like the Classic, Rocsta and MAG which are available at Solio and Apples respective online store sites as well as many other electronic stores.

PowerSource Mobile

The Mobile 100

At a hundred and forty nine dollars MSRP the Duracell PowerSource Mobile 100 is an excellent standalone charger to bring on your next  trip. Similar to other products on the market, this device has an integrated lithium ion battery pack, so you can power your gear without being near an outlet. Also this accessory won’t leave you worrying about buying or keeping track of different tips for various gadgets just to use it. The PowerSource Mobile 100 has two USB ports, as well as a three-prong AC outlet of built in. That means you can use it for charging notebooks, your cell phone, or any other electronic gadget that you would normally plug into a wall outlet.

The Specs

The 5.4 x 3.1 x 1.5-inch PowerSource Mobile 100 has a piano black plastic exterior with a Power button, indicator light, and air vents on top; a small internal fan starts up when the device is in use and is fairly quiet. On the rear of the unit is a plug for charging, and on the front are the two USB ports as well as a three-prong plug. The PowerSource Mobile 100 weighs 1.1 pounds, which is lighter than other battery chargers, and thus is barely noticeable inside a notebook bag or in your luggage.

Speaking of luggage, the PowerSource Mobile 100 is ideal for traveling, especially abroad. You only need carry a single European adapter, for charging the device. Once charged you can charge our other gadgets without having to search for multiple outlets and or adapters. The charger also doubles as an inverter; using the included DC cable with vehicle and airplane connectors, so users can power their notebooks or other gadgets while driving or flying as well.

The PowerSource Mobile 100 outputs 80 watts of continuous power, which is enough to charge most notebooks. To see if it will work with your notebook, check the rating printed on your notebook’s power brick. The PowerSource Mobile 100 took 1 hour and 47 minutes to charge fully; when finished the indicator light on the top changes color from amber to green, and the device emits a small beep.

The PowerSource Mobile 100 has a few protection features, including automatic overheat shutdown, low-battery voltage shutdown, overload shutdown, and an electronic ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) for preventing electric shocks.

If you have multiple gadgets and want to be able to power them while on the go, the Duracell PowerSource Mobile 100 is a convenient power efficient accessory. Also you do not have to worry about losing tips or fumbling with the right adapters and cords to fit your gear. A BIG plus in our book!