Samsung unveils solar powered mobile
Samsung has launched its first commercially available solar powered mobile phone- the new E1107 Crest Solar candybar.
Unveiled today, Samsung E1107 Crest Solar is a low-end phone targeted at emerging markets.
The handset has a 800 mAh battery that can be charged in the usual way, as well as thanks to the solar panel featured on the back case. Samsung says that 1 hour under the sun can provide 5 to 10 minutes of extra talk-time.
Features:
- Dual-band GSM connectivity (900/1800 MHz)
- 1.52 inch CSTN display with 128 x 128 pixels and 65K colors
- FM Radio
- MP3 ringtones
- Built-in flashlight
- Mobile Tracker
There is no word from the manufacturer as to when it will be available in Africa.
ITNewsAfrica.com
[...] “The handset has a 800 mAh battery that can be charged in the usual way, as well as thanks to the solar panel featured on the back case. Samsung said that 1 hour under the sun can provide 5 to 10 minutes of extra talk-time,” reported Itnewsafrica.com. [...]
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