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Solar Powered Toothbrush Could Make Toothpaste Obsolete

When we first saw this new gadget, we thought “Oh, a mechanical toothbrush powered by the sun.” But that isn’t what this is. Instead of using solar rays to charge itself up, the toothbrush uses them to catalyze a powerful chemical reaction that could leave your mouth way cleaner than regular old brushing does. “You [...] When we first saw this new gadget, we thought “Oh, a mechanical toothbrush powered by the sun.” But that isn’t what this is. Instead of using solar rays to charge itself up, ...

Solar Flashlight Splits Apart to Transform Into a Lamp

Most people have a flashlight sitting in a drawer somewhere for use in an emergency… but wouldn’t it be cool if it could serve another purpose instead of standing idly by? Well that’s exactly what this transforming flashlight by designer Jia Dai does — it split opens to become a lamp! The only foreseeable problem [...] Most people have a flashlight sitting in a drawer somewhere for use in an emergency… but wouldn’t it be cool if it could serve another purpose instead of standing idly by? Well...

Micro-Kitty: The World’s First Solar-Powered Vibrator

It’s common for green-minded gadget-lovers to rely on solar power to charge up cell phones, music players, and other electronics. But the latest solar-powered gadget is nothing if not unusual. Micro-Kitty — the world’s first solar vibrator — can keep going for two and a half hours when fully juiced up from the sun. Read the [...] It’s common for green-minded gadget-lovers to rely on solar power to charge up cell phones, music players, and other electronics. But the latest solar-powered gadget...

Our 7 Favorite Solar-Powered Gadgets!

Even if you don’t consider yourself a full-fledged greenie, solar power is worth looking into when it comes to gadgetry. Solar powered gadgets are super-convenient – allowing you access to a renewable electricity source on the go, and they are battery-saving, time-saving and oftentimes life-saving when you’re in a bind! If you’ve ever [...] Even if you don’t consider yourself a full-fledged greenie, solar power is worth looking into when it comes to gadgetry. Solar powered gadgets are supe...

Don’t Miss a Shot With This Solar-Powered Camera Strap

With this new solar camera strap from designer Weng Jie, you can power your camera with sunlight. Digital cameras have made photography much more sustainable, and rechargeable batteries are a great eco-advantage too. But photography is the art of light, so what better way to run your camera than on the power of the sun? This new solar strap from designer Weng Jie lets you do just that. Read the rest of Don’t Miss a Shot With This Solar-Powered Camera Straphttp://www.inhabitat.com/wp-adm...

Samsung India Announces First Solar-Powered Mobile Phone

Today, Samsung India launched the first solar-powered phone, the Solar Guru. It's the first solar mobile phone to hit the market, and, at $60, it’s designed to be affordable. Imagine living in a poor rural area or urban slum with sporadic or no electricity: the reality is, you would still need a cell phone. Today, Samsung India launched the first solar-powered phone, the Solar Guru, which allows users to charge the phone anywhere the sun is shining — and in India, that’s most places. The Guru...

Virginia Tech’s Lumenhaus Wins the 2010 Europe Solar Decathlon!

Read the rest of Virginia Tech’s Lumenhaus Wins the 2010 Europe Solar Decathlon!http://www.inhabitat.com/wp-admin/ohttp://www.inhabitat.com/wp-admin/options-general.php?page=better_feedptions-general.php?page=better_feed Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: Architecture, eco design, Green Building, green design, lumenhaus, madrid, Solar Decathlon, solar decathlon 2010, solar decathlon europe, solar decathlon winner, SOLAR HOMES, Solar Power, solar powered homes, Sustainable Bu...

Sun Catching Solarflora Sculpture Holds Solar Panels in its Leaves

We’ve seen plenty of creative solar panel designs — some more attractive than others. The latest to come down the pipeline is Solarflora, a sleek sculpture that holds three solar panels (one panel per “leaf”). Built by Nectar Design, the flower-like sculpture made its debut this week in New City Schools’ urban garden in Long [...] We’ve seen plenty of creative solar panel designs — some more attractive than others. The latest to come down the pipeline is Solarflora, a sleek sculpture that hol...

Cheap Solar Refrigerator for Vaccines Could Save Millions of Lives

Talk about “green design to save the world” — Appropriate Technology Collaborative has developed a solar powered refrigerator for vaccines that stands to save millions of lives lost each year due to vaccine-preventable diseases. Not only does the ATC refrigerator provide vital cooling necessary for storing vaccines without using any electricity, but the design [...] Talk about “green design to save the world” — Appropriate Technology Collaborative has developed a solar powered refrigerator ...

Solar Glass Generates Power Through Your Windows

Photo via Engadget We love gadgets that serve dual purposes, so when we came across these solar windows from Hua Qin we were giddy with excitement. These window panes, which were unveiled at Taipei’s International Optoelectronics Week, do double duty to block out the elements and create energy for your home. They are slightly foggy and [...] Photo via Engadget We love gadgets that serve dual purposes, so when we came across these solar windows from Hua Qin we were giddy with excitement. These...

Apple Patents Solar Powered iPhone

Is there anything an iPhone can’t do? There isn’t much, but charging via the Sun’s rays is one thing the gadget of all trades has yet to master. Well, now Apple is looking to change that. They’ve applied for a patent for a solar-powered iPhone that could make it an even hotter commodity than it [...] Is there anything an iPhone can’t do? There isn’t much, but charging via the Sun’s rays is one thing the gadget of all trades has yet to master. Well, now Apple is looking to change that. They’ve...

Apple Patents Solar Powered iPhone

Is there anything an iPhone can’t do? There isn’t much, but charging via the Sun’s rays is one thing the gadget of all trades has yet to master. Well, now Apple is looking to change that. They’ve applied for a patent for a solar-powered iPhone that could make it an even hotter commodity than it [...] Is there anything an iPhone can’t do? There isn’t much, but charging via the Sun’s rays is one thing the gadget of all trades has yet to master. Well, now Apple is looking to change that. They’ve...

Portable Solar Wind Turbine Keeps You Charged on the Go

How about this for an all-purpose gadget? Cheng Peng has designed a portable wind turbine with solar panels on its blades. The device is capable of generating enough energy to power your cell phone or GPS, or it can power its own built-in LED light. It’s called Mobile Energy, and it measures just half a [...] How about this for an all-purpose gadget? Cheng Peng has designed a portable wind turbine with solar panels on its blades. The device is capable of generating enough energy to power your...

HP Working On Solar-Powered “Dick Tracy” Watch for the Military

Ever fantasize about owning an ultra high-tech wristwatch? You’ll love the so-called Dick Tracy watch being developed by HP for the US military. The watch features flexible solar panels designed by PowerFilm, an ultra-light plastic screen, and a display that offers handy maps and strategic information for soldiers. Read the rest of HP Working On Solar-Powered [...] Ever fantasize about owning an ultra high-tech wristwatch? You’ll love the so-called Dick Tracy watch being developed by HP for t...

Indian Students Design $22 Solar and Wind Powered Bike Helmet

Wish your morning bike commute could charge up your cell phone on the way to work? Well, two enterprising engineering students from the Nirma University of Ahmedabad, India have designed a handy wind and solar powered bike helmet that lets the user do just that. Pragnesh Dudhaiya and Aalok Bhatt put together the useful new [...] Wish your morning bike commute could charge up your cell phone on the way to work? Well, two enterprising engineering students from the Nirma University of Ahmedabad,...