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Top 10 Unique Gift Ideas for the 2009 Holiday Season

Tekster — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:12:42 +0000

Fall is here and very soon, the Holidays! Ahhhh the familiar colors of red and green and the site of balls of holly that will soon to be seen everywhere. And here I am just in the nick of time to let you know of the best new unique gadgets out there.. so you know first. Some can be considered also to be the top green gifts of 2009.. So here they are, the top ten unique (and some green) gifts for 2009 (we will update this list if anything else new and exciting steps into the scene before Christmas 2009).

And so, without further ado, the Top Ten Unique Gifts for the 2009 Holiday Season:

Coming in at #1 the one… the only… Power Monkey Explorer Solar Charger solar cell phone and solar ipod charger (also other small electronic devices too) with the power of the sun. This consistently top selling awesome little monkey comes with a solar collector and a small battery pack which is called the Power Monkey. Click here for more details.

Next up at #2 on our list of the coolest new green gadgets is the Solar Sound Bluetooth Speaker. It’s a solar speaker that plays your music wirelessly from your bluetooth device. All I can say is just straight out awesome! I had a chance to really put this great little speaker to the test and it really works fantastic. This would really make the most awesome gift for any teen or techie on your list. Check out my blog write up on this cooler than cool earth friendly product. For more details on this item click hereto go to the product detail page at Earthtech Products.

And at #3… The Solar Gorilla. Yes more or less this is the father to the Power Monkey. The main difference is that the Solar Gorilla is for powering laptops (and cell phones and other devices too) but does not include a back up battery (but a back up battery is available for laptops called the Power Gorilla and the MiniGorillafor Netbooks can be purchased separately or you can save a few bucks by buying the SolarGorilla / PowerGorilla Combo Kit or SolarGorilla & MiniGorilla Combo Kit Netbook Charger). Anyway, the SolarGorillais a really sleek looking solar panel that is total portable sizing in at 10.4″ x 7.8″ x under 1″ thick and weighing only 1.5 lbs.! Check out this Solar Laptop Charger and other Solar Laptop Charger Kits by visiting Earthtech Products’ Flexible Solar Panels – Portable Solar Kits page.

At #4.. The always cool and unique gift, The Voltaic Solar Backpack. This high quality solar bag has 3 stylish looking solar panels on the back of the bag that allows one to charge the internal battery that then connects to the device you are looking to charge such as cell phones and other small devices. This bag is not meant for running laptops (there is another bag called the Voltaic Generator Solar Laptop Charger Bag for that). The Voltaic Solar Backpack is offered in 4 different solar panel colors – silver, black, orange or green.

#5 - How cute, cool and awesome and only $19.89! We call it the World’s Smallest Solar Car. This cute little racer has a solar panel covering its entire roof, and it is fast! Adjustable steering and rubber tires make for real fun on table tops or smooth surfaces wherever there’s sunshine. Individually packed in miniature jars, and ready to race.

At numero 6… The world of levitation! There is a new product in the forefront this year of the coolest levitating type products out there.. its the Levitron World Stage. Watch the included globe float in mid air or take the globe apart to find a floating magnet disc inside that you can place small objects on and watch float in mid air too! Find out more at: http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?yhst-99239380869547+fUqYw8+levitron-world-stage-levitating-and-rotating-globe.html+

#7.. Another cool globe but this one doesn’t float but it has a unique feature all to itself. The City Lights 6″ Globe sits on a nice mirrored base as a beautiful globe and when the lights go out….. WOW! you see all of the lights from all over the world.. Look over there! the lights of New York! To see more information on this cool item click here.

#8…The Super Bright Solar Motion-Activated 80 LED Security Floodlight - (certainly the brightest solar security light we’ve seen yet) uses 80 super bright LED lights that provide maximum illumination for walkways, driveways, garages, sheds and more. Makes a great gift for Dad. Dad’s love these types of gifts.

#9- Why not surprise Mom with a luxurious and ecofriendly gift this year? Why not give her a shower kit where the water falls like rain where she could feel like she is in a relaxing spa everyday! Then check out the Oxygenics Storm Series Shower Head with 9″ Extension Arm. Imagine a showerhead with 54 powerful spray nozzles saturating every inch of your body giving you 30% more water pressure compared to industry leading brands and providing you with a lifetime of sustained luxury while using up to 70% less water putting needed money back in your pocket. Talk about a win win situation!

and last but not least….at #10… Candles are always a nice inexpensive gesture, but not just any candles, Battery Operated LED Candles. A Rechargeable Votive Candle Set always hits the right spot for those who love decor pieces for around the home. And priced at only around 39 bucks, how could you go wrong? Rechargeable Votive Candles, gently flicker to simulate the romantic glow of real candle light. No flame. No heat. No smoke. No mess.

So there you have it folks.. Our most up to date Gifts Guide for the 2009 Holiday Season. If you have any questions about any of the above products, please contact an Earthtech Products Representative at 877-LIVE-ETP / 877-548-3387 or you can click the Live Chat button that is at the top right hand side of our website. Also feel free to view our extensive Gift Guide Section where you can search by price, gender or personality so shopping for that specific person will be much easier!

Power Monkey Explorer Solar Charger for Cell Phones, iPods and Other Small Electronic Devices!

Administrator — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:44:48 +0000

Check this cool new video of me showing off the Power Monkey Solar Cell Phone Charger (charges iPods, iPhones, and other small electronics devices)..

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Click here for more information on the Power Monkey Explorer.

Solar Gorilla & Power Gorilla Put to the Test in Madagascar!

Administrator — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 19:49:37 +0000

Recently, Nick Garbutt, an Award Winning Wildlife Photographer, took a 4 week long trip to Madagascar (an island nation in the Indian Ocean off the southeastern coast of Africa.). Nick took along the SolarGorilla & PowerGorilla Solar Laptop Charger Kit to keep his laptop charged and powered while in Madagascar’s remote areas where electricity was sporatic or even non-existent. Very pleased with the results, Nick stated, “My Work as a wildlife and environmental photographer takes me to some of the remoter parts of the world, places where electricity is often sporatic or non-existent. In today’s world of digital cameras, laptops and instant downloads, keeping equipment powered in the field is a consistant problem. Not any more. The combination of the Solar Gorilla / Power Gorilla is a compact, rugged and convenient solution that gives freedom and piece of mind. Recently, during 4 weeks in the field in Madagascar, I didn’t have to mains charge my Mac Book once!”

Nick Garbutt also sent some great photos of the Solar Gorilla and Power Gorilla in action while on his trip in Madagascar:

Thank you Nick for putting the Solar Gorilla and Power Gorilla to the test! We always appreciate great stories like yours. This really helps others feel confident that the this awesome solar laptop charger works great whether they’re just enjoying the great outdoors with it or if they are on a mission with their dedicated work on the other side of the world in Madagascar!

Click here to learn more about the SolarGorilla / PowerGorilla Solar Laptop Charger Kit at Earthtech Products

Top Solar Gifts & Gadgets of 2008

Administrator — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:53:21 +0000

So you know someone who loves solar gadgets.. but you’re not really sure what the newest & hottest solar gadgets gifts are for 2008?

Well.. You’ve landed in the right place. We have brought together this year’s favorite Solar Power Gadgets just for you in our Solar Gadgets and Solar Gifts of 2008 section which includes new and exciting Solar Gadgets from Solar Cell Phone & iPod Chargers, Solar Backpacks, Solar Outdoor lighting, Solar Battery Chargers, to the famous Solar Autovent.

So go ahead and browse around below and check out the newest and coolest solar gadgets available. The folks at Earthtech Products are extremely knowledgeable and available to answer any questions you may have about these amazing new solar gadgets so please don’t hesitate to give them a call at 877-548-3387.

Power Monkey Explorer Solar Charger – PowerMonkey

Reg Price: $133.99

Sale Price: $119.89

SolarGorilla Solar Charger – Solar Gorilla

Reg Price: $249.85

Sale Price: $239.85

PowerGorilla Laptop Charger – Powertraveller Power Gorilla

Reg Price: $299.95

Sale Price: $289.89

Voltaic Solar Backpack

Reg Price: $279.00

Sale Price: $219.00

Fusion Solar Messenger Bag

Reg Price: $199.99

Sale Price: $189.89

Solar Camera Bag

Reg Price: $149.00

Sale Price: $124.95

Sunlinq Portable Solar Panel Charger 12W 12V

Reg Price: $229.95

Sale Price: $189.89

Solar Laptop Charger & Portable Power Kit 200 Watt

Reg Price: $349.00

Sale Price: $299.89

Sunsei SE-500 Solar Battery Charger for med. sized Boats, RVs, Trucks and Tractors.

Reg Price: $115.00

Sale Price: $95.39

Blue Fire – Solar Garden Art

Reg Price: $49.00

Sale Price: $37.95

Solar String Lights – Hand-Blown Glass

Reg Price: $65.00

Sale Price: $54.85

Solar Auto Vent

Reg Price: $35.99

Sale Price: $29.99

See more solar gifts and gadgets like these…

Also check out our Holiday Gift Guide where you can shop by price range or by recipient.

Eco Friendly Gifts for the 2008 Holiday Season

Administrator — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 13:25:16 +0000

It’s that time of year again, the holiday season, the time of year when we all get together with family and of course when we all search for the perfect thoughtful holiday gifts for our family and loved ones. Although this time of year is suppose to be joyous, warm & fuzzy it sometimes tends to get crazy, stressful & frustrating while we’re on the hunt for that perfect Christmas gift. With new emerging technologies and fads, finding the right unique gift is indeed quite the task.

Earthtech Products has the perfect eco gifts for that eco friendly person on your list this year. From eco friendly, consumer ready solar power to healthy living air purifiers to the hottest in sustainable & eco design….we got you covered with a full line of Eco Gifts!

So this year don’t just give regular gifts, give green gifts.

Here are just some of the many Eco-friendly gifts the we offer:

Solar String Lights – Hand-Blown Glass

Reg Price: ~~$65.00~~

Sale Price: $54.85

XPower Powerpack Solar – Charges Laptops or Any 12V DC or 120V AC Device

Reg Price: ~~$175.00~~

Sale Price: $149.85

Solar Oven – Hybrid Solar Cooker

Reg Price: ~~$345.00~~

Sale Price: $296.00

Solar Powered Led Light & Water Bottle

Reg Price: ~~$32.00~~

Sale Price: $29.95

Power Monkey Explorer Solar Charger – PowerMonkey

Reg Price: ~~$133.99~~

Sale Price: $119.89

Solar Laptop Charger & Portable Power Kit 200 Watt

Reg Price: ~~$349.00~~

Sale Price: $299.89

Vers Cherry iPod Speaker Dock

Reg Price: ~~$179.99~~

Sale Price: $159.89

Solar Auto Vent

Reg Price: ~~$35.99~~

Sale Price: $29.99

Solar Camera Bag

Reg Price: ~~$149.00~~

Sale Price: $124.95

See the rest of Eco-friendly and Green Gifts from Earthtech Products..

the SolarGorilla & PowerGorilla Combo Kit Laptop Charger swings into Earthtech Products

Administrator — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 21:21:35 +0000

See this Solar Laptop Charger Kit at Earthtech Products

SolarGorilla & PowerGorilla Laptop Charger Combo Kit combines 2 awesome components: The SolarGorilla with the PowerGorilla Laptop Charger. Use the Solar Gorilla to charge up the Power Gorilla giving you a total portable power station. The PowerGorilla will give you an extra 2-5 hours of power, depending on your laptop’s specification, and over 20 hours on various other electronic devices. Included Worldwide A/C adaptor which works in over 150 countries will help keep the PowerGorilla charged at all times on the grid with the mighty SolarGorilla keeping it juiced off the grid.

Solar Gorilla & Power Gorilla Laptop Charger Combo Kit provides you with all the goodies you need to create the ultimate portable solar laptop and electronic device charger. Our combo kit is portable, compact, powerful, and is the answer to anyone who needs a lightweight solar power station.

•	High density Lithium Polymer rechargeable Battery
•	2-6 hours notebook power (depending on the voltage setting and the notebook’s specification)
•	Can be used internationally
•	Robust and compact; weight 1.39 lbs.
•	Also charges your cellphone and other digital devices
•	Power your notebook and recharge other digital devices at the same time
•	Output auto-lock to ensure notebook safety

Price: $529.00 with FREE shipping

See this Solar Laptop Charger Kit at Earthtech Products

PowerGorilla Laptop Charger – Powertraveller Power Gorilla

Administrator — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 22:43:24 +0000

See the PowerGorilla at Earthtech Products

Get ready for the ultimate emergency charger

• The powergorilla will give you an extra 2-5 hours of power, depending on your laptop’s specification, and over 20 hours on various other electronic devices.

• Power your notebook and recharge other digital devices at the same time

• Worldwide A/C adaptor which works in over 150 countries and has interchangeable heads for UK, US/Japan/China, Australia and Europe

• Robust and compact; weight 1.39 lbs.

• Use the SolarGorilla to charge up your PowerGorilla with Solar Power.

Power gorilla will work with devices up to 24volts – so from your laptop, right the way down to your mobile phone or iPod! Just select which voltage you require; 5v, 16v, 19v or 24v and the LCD screen will indicate which setting has been chosen. Then simply hook up your gadget and away you go! You can even daisy-chain, so whilst the powergorilla is charging your laptop, youcan charge the powergorilla from the mains power supply. Or you can charge your laptop and your mobile phone simultaneously!

One-touch button technology means the powergorilla is easy to use and its sleek, aluminium casing with shock resistant rubber protection strips makes it totally robust.

Power gorilla also has many safety features including output auto-lock, voltage limitation protection, short circuit protection, over charging protection and over heat protection.

The powergorilla has also been on field tests out in Afghanistan. Being subjected to extremely hot temparatures, the powergorilla has succesfully charged a Dell laptop without fault!

Price: $289.89

The new SolarGorilla Solar Charger is here!

Administrator — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 22:25:00 +0000

See the SolarGorilla at Earthtech Products

Solargorilla’s 24 volt and 5 volt USB socket make it the ultimate renewable power station for your laptop, mobile phone, iPod and many more devices.

Solar gorilla works via two PV (photovoltaic) solar panels, which generate electric current when they are exposed to light. The green LED on the solargorilla indicates the strength of charge – the more UV intensity – the better it will work! The technically advanced solar panels ensure superb power and reliable performance, all housed in a tough outer casing.

• Solar gorilla is compatible with most laptops, mobile phones, iPods, PDAs, handhelds games consoles and Sat Navs.

• Portable, fold-up design protects your solar panels when stored

• 20V power socket out and standard 5v USB socket

• Neoprone zip case (with additional compartment for tips)

• You can even use the Solargorilla to recharge the fabulous Powergorilla – giving you a total portable power station! Click our related items tab above.

• Price: $239.85

•	The powergorilla will give you an extra 2-5 hours of power, depending on your laptop’s specification, and over 20 hours on various other electronic devices.
•	Power your notebook and recharge other digital devices at the same time
•	Worldwide A/C adaptor which works in over 150 countries and has interchangeable heads for UK, US/Japan/China, Australia and Europe
•	Robust and compact; weight 1.39 lbs.
•	Use the SolarGorilla to charge up your PowerGorilla with Solar Power.

•	Solar gorilla is compatible with most laptops, mobile phones, iPods, PDAs, handhelds games consoles and Sat Navs.
•	Portable, fold-up design protects your solar panels when stored
•	20V power socket out and standard 5v USB socket
•	Neoprone zip case (with additional compartment for tips)
•	You can even use the Solargorilla to recharge the fabulous Powergorilla – giving you a total portable power station! Click our related items tab above.