Chinavision Solar-Powered LED Flashlight [Rechargeable Li-Ion Flashlight with Integrated Solar Panel]

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Solar power and solar powered devices certainly seem like they are here to stay. With the cost of materials coming down and the acceptance of solar power as a viable energy source on the rise, it’s no surprise that gadget makers are rushing to capture their share of the green (so to speak). The latest entrant into the ever-evolving – and pretty crowded – arena of sun-charged devices is an LED flashlight that is sure to have the camping crowd taking notice.

The Solar-Powered LED Flashlight from Chinavasion sports 10 super-bright LED lights and comes packaged in a weatherproof aluminum casing. The website states that you shouldn’t submerge it underwater. Sorry midnight snorkelers. The integrated solar panel is built into the handle of the unit and is connected directly to a rechargeable Li-ion battery source. Known for their superior lifetimes, Li-ion batteries are becoming more and more commonplace in the rechargeable device market. This particular gadget is said to have 50,000 hours of battery lifetime. That equates to 5.7 years for the layman.

It’s my understanding that you have to expose the flashlight to direct sunlight in order for it to charge. I don’t have any information as to exactly how long you have to do this, but if it’s built using typical solar cell technology it should take a few hours to do the job. I also don’t have any information as to how long the unit will retain a charge. This new solar-powered LED flashlight is available for sale right now at www.chinavision.com. The interesting thing is that you have to buy two or more at a cost of $9.79/each. Oh well, maybe you can give the other one to a friend.