Solar-powered Bluetooth headset offers infinite standby time

Damian Koh | Sep 03, 2009

(Credit: i.Tech Dynamic)

Here's another Bluetooth headset that truly does away with the cables. The SolarVoice 908 which weights 13.5g features noise reduction for improved audio clarity, Bluetooth stereo for streaming music, and lets you pair up to two phones at the same time. According to Hong Kong-based i.Tech Dynamic, the SolarVoice 908 takes 15 hours to be fully charged under optimal (which is a rather vague term) sunlight. But the company advises users to charge the accessory via the A/C mains or USB port (approximately 3 hours) when using for the first time.

(Credit: i.Tech Dynamic)

In standby mode, the headset is capable of juicing itself as indicated by a flashing green LED. It also comes bundled with four earbuds of different sizes and a cradle specially designed to hold the headset so the solar panels face the sun at the right angle. Talktime is rated for 5 hours and standby time is, well, forever, at least where there's sunlight. The SolarVoice 908 will be available in Singapore from September 10 at S$109 (US$78.64).

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