Charging USB Devices With AA Batteries

Charging USB Devices With AA Batteries

In this article, we will share with you some devices that use AA batteries to charge USB-powered small electronics. These devices provide a convenient way to stretch the time between wall outlet recharges.

The Best Rechargeable D Size Batteries & Chargers

Maha Power X Ultimate Battery Charger

The best rechargeable D size batteries are the new LSD Ni-MH (low self-discharge Nickel-Metal Hybride) cells. These new Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are able to retain a charge for a year, making them suitable for using in flashlights and other low-term applications. See also our full review of the Best AA Rechargeable Batteries and Chargers. 

Best Battery Chargers (For D and C Size Batteries)

Energizer Universal Battery Charger

We briefly reviewed battery chargers in a previous post “The Best Rechargeable Batteries of 2012“. But let’s take a look at the best “Universal Battery Chargers”. These are chargers that can handle AAA, AA, C, D sized cells, and well as 9V cells.

Pendant-Style MP3 Players: The Most Portable Music Machines

Sony has released what it claims is the smallest pendant-style mp3 player: Sony AD-EMPZ. It weights less than half an ounce and has 256MB memory (8 hours of playback). It runs on a rechargeable battery and costs $184. The Aiwa Flush also has 256MB and can play for up to 11 hours, using AAA batteries.… [Continue Reading]

“EcoPower” Faucet Recharges Itself

This EcoPower faucet by Toto is the type of faucet that uses a infrared sensor to turn on automatically. What makes this faucet unique is that it harnesses the electrical power generated by its own water flow. It has a miniature turbine generator to maintain its rechargeable battery. It can keep itself charged on as… [Continue Reading]

SolarLED: Rechargeable Solar Lantern

This system features a flexible solar panel, a fluorescent lantern, and a rechargeable battery that lasts for 6 hours. Best Price: $39.95 (SurplusLED.COM)