Tested: Powermonkey explorer Posted on 29 October 2013 People travel with electronic devices more and more – GPS, cellphone, tablet, camera – and everything needs juice to work. The Powermonkey Explorer is just the guy for the job. What is it? R1 195, actiongear.co.za The Powermonkey Explorer is a small and lightweight portable charger that will fire up your gadgets when no electricity outlet is available. It’s a wonderful travel companion and can be powered up in three different ways – solar power, USB port on your computer or plugged into the mains. Charge up the bullet-shaped Powermonkey and keep it in your backpack, handbag or travel luggage to use when your GPS dies or your smart phone goes flat. The universal portable charger comes with 11 adaptor clips and charges up quickly – leave the solar panel for a full day in sunlight and it’s ready to go. Compact and tough It’s compact, tough, powerful, picks up on sunlight quickly and is extremely easy to use. The LED indicators tell you how much power is left and all the buttons are straightforward. The green light indicates the solar panel is picking up sunlight It is compatible with Apple products and you can attach the solar panel to a rucksack, hang from a window or leave it on your car to charge it on the go. It’s a really good piece of kit, especially if you’re hiking or in a remote location. It’s also water resistant and covered in a rubberised casing. There really is little to complain about – I’m not sure about it’s longevity, but time will tell. For now, it’s living in my travel kit. Works With PDAs iPhones/Smart Phones Mobile Phone iPods/MP3/MP4 PSP/Hand-held/Games Console Hand-held Cameras/Action Cameras Sat-Navs/GPS Head Torches Related Posts Trialed and tested: our top camping chairs 3 August 2022 Nothing ruins sundowners or fireside chats like the lack of a camping chair. We scoured... read more Now this is the (van) life – nomads who live on the road 19 August 2021 Can anything quite compare to the freedom of having all your needs behind you and... read more Hiking gear that won’t break the bank 7 April 2021 It’s no secret that expensive hiking gear usually means lower weight, higher quality and a... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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