Scosche solBAT II Adds Solar Backup to USB Devices for $30 [Peripherals]

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The original solBAT was a neat idea—a backup battery that charged through an integrated solar panel, which in turn charged any USB device. But it was $100. The latest sequel, on the other hand, is just $30.

Mounting to a window thanks to some suction cups, or hooking to pretty much anything with a clip, the 1500mA solBAT II puts out 5V through USB, which is enough throughput to charge your iPhone as fast as you can from the wall.

So how was this price drop possible? The original solBAT included perks like voice-enabled caller ID—something most of us are probably willing to live without. For $30 (available soon), I'm willing to give the solBAT II a shot. [Scosche]