Human powered cell phone chargers are the next step in technology. You can charge the new YoGen by Easy Energy, Inc., by simply pulling a cord, much like a yo-yo. The device has a good pull-to-charge ratio, so you don’t get user fatigue trying build up a charge. The device is very portable, easily fitting into your pocket or purse, making it a practical alternative to the spare battery.
Cell Phone Yo-Yo or Charger?
The YoGen works for more than just cell phones. In addition to charging your cell phone, the YoGen will also charge MP3 players, iPods, GPS devices, camcorders, and even your laptop. This seems like the universal solution for those battery draining devices.
Will the YoGen catch on? Perhaps if they actually created it as a real yo-yo it would be more popular. That way you could play with a yo-yo while building a charge for your cell phone. They just need to take the idea a step further. Wouldn’t you rather be entertained while charging the YoGen?
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