This nifty gadget can easily fit alongside the other nifty gadgets we mentioned in our anywhere, anytime USB chargers article. It’s useful, practical, and it will keep you connected to those who matter most anywhere (assuming, of course, you’re in a good GSM coverage area).
While it might be argued that using a phone this much on a camping trip completely undermines everything that camping stands for, some people prefer to mix their tech with the outdoors and travel, and to those people, these kinds of gadgets are a necessity.
Enter the amazing PowerPot…
The PowerPot V is a typical backpacking type cooking pot, with thermoelectric technology attached to the base that makes it a 5W generator. This model holds 1.5 quart (1.4 l) and is lightweight, made from hard anodized aluminum, weighing in at only 12oz. With no moving parts, it will withstand miles of trekking, wherever you decide to take it. The PowerPot V is a simple, yet versatile and highly portable power solution, which will allow you to power 2-3 USB devices at a time. Only heat and water are required for the magic to happen. Besides making a perfect addition to your next backpacking/camping trip, the PowerPot V should also be part of your home emergency preparedness kit. The PowerPot V takes up little shelf space, has an indefinite shelf life, and it can be used indoors or outdoors, day or night, rain or shine, and on any heat source sufficient for cooking.
The PowerPot also comes in X and XV models, both of which look like traditional stove top pots. The X can generate 10 W of electricity while the XV can generate 15 W.
One of PowerPot creator Power Practical’s goals in creating the PowerPot is to “provide a power source for people who lack regular access to electricity, such as people in developing nations, where the spread of handheld electronic devices is rapidly outpacing the development of electrical grids.”
We can’t help but be amazed at the ingenuity behind this nifty gadget. Happy travels!