This military brainchild may be the solution for limitless power. To be used to reduce the need to carry extra lithium pack for the soldiers, this bag can be used to charge packs or any device connected to it. At a walking speed 8 watts of power is generated, but at running speed it can generate 44 watts. The bag is suspended on a kinetic rail system that can use the up and down movement of walking and convert it into power. The tracks can be locked if a stationary mode is desired as well. It is capable of regulating its power output and had a shoulder mounted power meter. This could revolutionize power generation for the future.
O-range has just released it’s Miles Solar Backpack. This Italian made has great detail and fantastic workmanship. They use a flexible Solar panel which seamless melts into the bags design gives it the sophisticated travel appearance. The internal battery and convienint compartments allow to easily tote, store, and charge your gear. For $377.00, this is not to bad for a fine Italian made bag.
Reebok has just introduced their first product in the Interactive Fashion segment, the NXT Speaker Backpack which features a complete stereo sound system integrated into a cool backpack design in Reebok’s signature style backpack line.
The backpack features a NXT flat panel stereo speaker that blends into the design while delivering impressive audio quality powered. The speakers are powered by 2x AA batteries and can connect to any device equipped with a 3.5mm audio jack.
We like the use of the NXT speaker technology when adding sound into bags as it allows a ’soft’ integration using the bags ‘natural’ materials such as EVA for the speaker membrane. With NXT technology there is no need for any additional or materials that would make bags or backpacks look too bulky or geek-like.
The G-Tech Soundwave backpack is a great value. It features NXT flexible soft speakers and has a standard 3.5 m jack. This bad boy is powered by 3x AA batteries.Available is the Soundwave in the color schemes grey/black and beige/brown for not more than $46.99 a real bargain even if there would be no sound(wave) in this backpack. The draw is that there are no integrated controls. All control come from the player. Well for under $50 can you complain? Thought so.
Few days ago we presented some links where to pick up O’Neill’s cool h4 Interactive Apparel for a reduced price.Today we found out O’Neill is having their own online Sale, offering the complete h4 Wearable Electronic range for an average discount of around €80.- or $120.- not bad for a cool iPod Jacket like the women Ent. Jacket shown on the left.
The Ent. Jacket for women has a cute design and color combination with some ‘girly’ touches here and there. In this style the small and discrete joystick like iPod control fits perfectly to the overall design.
It’s got all the quality goodies O’Neill always offers like collar adjustment, storm placket, goggle and lift card pocket, key hook and more.
The reduced price for this model is €209.97 or $324.62 directly by ..read more
Joonas Saaranen, Industrial Design student, has found a way to make his mark this year. The Reppo II is a boombox backpack that strays from the all too familiar NXT.That being said, this hard shell bag does not have to use the traditional soft speaker design and should yield great sound. Im not sure if there is a market for this since the form factor is quite limiting compared to soft bags.
Great idea tho.
Burton is taking it old school with this retro style back pack. A pioneer in this area, Burton originally launched the Amp Pack back in 2006. It was ahead of its time with SOFTswitch remote control. This sweet iPod enabled bag comes trimmed in a black faux croc leather.To match the retro look, you may have to get on eBay to get this bad boy running. Sadly is can only use iPods up to the 4th Gen. None of the newer ones, like the Touch, Shuffle, Video, etc will work. The bag is priced at $239.90 but can be found at a lower price if you shop around online.
Spyder offers the sweet Groove Backpack with stealth NXT sound. This looker of a bag is powered by 3x AAA batteries. This will give the bag up to 7 hrs of beats. Connectivity is simple with a standard 3.5 mm jack.Cavernous at 25L of volume, at a sticker price of $119.95, this is a compelling buy. But at a rumored $69.00 it is a steal. Go ahead, go get one.
Sunload has released a few new solar bags. The German based company is already known for its practical solar bag solutions. Adding to their already diverse offerings and colors, are bunch of new models.
On top of Sunload’s solar energy, the bags are made of recycled materials. Sunload also sells DIY solar kits to make your own solar equipt items. Panels go for $146.10 and the whole kits containing charger, cables, connectors, and the panel run an even $500.
The kit is controlled via a keypad and display. Outputs include 5v USB and 12v car adapter. Kits are simple to use for a novice.
The regular bags by Sunload range from $709 to $1917.
Skullcandy’s H2O LINK Hydration Pack with integrated Speakers has been around for some time but it seems justified to beam it up as another option for iPod yielding hikers, bikers and other outdoor fans.
The Skullcandy H20 LINK is a super cool backpack that will keep you hydrated and entertained on those long trips. The built-in hydration pack will hold 72 ounces in a water-tight container, the equivalent of three large water bottles. The footprint of the hydration pack takes up minimal space thanks to its space saving design.
A straw runs down the shoulder strap and makes it convenient to drink whenever you want without stopping your activities.
The LINK system from Skullcandy integrated into the shoulder strap gives you full control over your iPod and cell-phone. The phone answer button on ..read more
