Stower Energy FlameStower USB Charger

Product Information

Currently distributed in Brookstone, REI, and others, the Fire Charger enables total portability of mobile IT, an efficient solution for campers and outdoor professionals, and offers the low cost needed by hundreds of millions of off-grid IT users in emerging markets. Not a lot of energy, but the low power demands of modern devices fundamentally change global energy strategies: one of the most powerful tools the world has known – a cellphone allowing instant communication and limitless knowledge – now fits in your pocket and needs only five volts to charge.

For many of us, even when we’re trying our best to “get away from it all” by heading into the forest to camp or hike, we still have our devices with us. This snazzy little device operates on the same basic principal although this time, it uses candle (or something like a Sterno) to heat a 1 liter pot of water.The Pocket Pillow solves at least one problem we all experience trying to use or watch streaming content on our phones and tablets on the couch or in bed. For a caffeinated option, a blend of espresso and cocoa, the Coconut Cocoa Mocha pairs espresso and cocoa with Vita Coco Barista Coconut MLK for a sweet, nutty sip that can be served hot or iced. What the numbers above equate to is an average fuel canister burns for 60 minutes or about 17% charge figuring on 3.

To put that into real numbers, the FlameStower has a maximum output of ~2-3 watts while your wall charger (iPhone) is 5 watts. Its design allows for easy setup, charging, and storing, making FlameStower your affordable, go to device. I was lucky to ever see 1% of charge in 2 minutes on my iPhone, most often I would see a 1% charge in 3-4 minutes.

Now I was Silicon Valley coder/engineer myself once so I realize none there has ever seen a rainy campsite. The Flamestower does not always charge this slow, but I could find no rhyme or reason to it; it seemed randomly it would come back closer to its nominal range of 5vDC at 2. The Snooperscope is a nifty smartphone or tablet accessory for hunters and fishermen seeking night vision. VOTO is one product we've seen that uses fire to charge our smart devices, and now a new take on the idea is hitting the scene.

When you’re done with the FlameStower, give it about 10-15 minutes to cool off and then fold it down into its flat form (see image) and you’re ready to go. So yes it works with many devices, but if yours needs more than 3 volts to charge this item will not do it. Yes, it takes time, but this is a smart addition to a backpack, especially in areas where it rains a lot or snows.Its uniqueness is further emphasised by the special serial numbers assigned exclusively to the cameras. hot side gets hot, cold side stays relatively cool, and the temperature difference generates electricity. This means that not only can be it used while exploring the great outdoors, but it can also provides users' devices with a little juice during extended power outages. We're constantly seeing inventors attempt to create new and interesting ways to charge our cell phones.