We’ve seen plenty of rollable solar panel accessories for every gadget under the sun, but this is the first one I’ve seen specifically designed for an Apple laptop. Called the Apple Juicz (cute), this flexible solar panel extends the life of Apple’s line of notebooks. The marketing literature uses the MacBook Air as an example, but fails to mention compatibility with the other models until you looks a little closer at the specs.
Anyways, the top-of-the-line 55-watt Apple Juicz will completely charge the Air in about five hours. Not bad, but a bit pricey at $1K. Moving down the options, you can pick up a 27-watt (8-hour charge) for $600, or an 18-watt version (14-hour charge) for $500. From the website,
“While the stock MacBook Air recharges in four hours using the AC wall adapter, the External Battery Charger recharges in only three hours. We supply a modified MacBook Air MagSafe charger that uses military-spec parts for a more robust and powerful charge. Don’t worry, it still works with stock MacBook Air.
There’s even a LED charging status indicator so you always know what’s going on.”
So, there ya have it — the latest addition to the family of foldable solar accessories. Anyone who owns one of these care to comment on their function or practicality?
via appletell
