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This charger is great! I live in Canada and there haven't been many sunny days since I received this about 3 weeks ago but it has worked wonderfully. It takes a lot longer to charge without direct sunlight but it will still slowly charge. My only disappointment is that although there is a piece that connects to my Motorola Krzr cell phone, a message appears on my phone indicating it is unable to charge... but it works great with both my first generation iPod (yes, I still have one - not quite ready to donate to a museum yet) and my iPod nano.
Cheers and Happy New Year!
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This e-View is rated: Helpful (5) Passionate (1) This solar charger really does work. Excellent on bright sunny days and pretty ok on darker days. The supercharger comes into its own then. I mostly use my to charge my apple iphone, but as apple iphones are greedy little energy users I wouldn't think i could rely on the freeloader to supply all my needs in the winter, but every little helps
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Noel asked this question on 4th Apr 2008
Q: Can this product be used with NDS lites?
A: Yes it includes the Nintendo DS lite connector
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Stuart asked this question on 22nd Jul 2008
Q: Is it possible to charge a freeloader using both the smaller solar panels and the supercharger at the same time?
A: There is no issue with connecting both panels at the same time, so, charge away!
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david asked this question on 17th Jun 2008
Q: Is this bad boy compatible with the Creative Zen MP3 player?
A: It most certainly will!
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adam asked this question on 25th May 2008
Q: Is the Freeloader Globtrotter cappable of chargeing up a Olympus Mju 1030 digital camera
A: Whilst we do not have any information on this particular camera, if the camera can be charged via the USB socket, using a computer, then the Freeloader Globetrotter will work fine as a charging source. Hope this helps.
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Matthew asked this question on 9th May 2008
Q: Is this compatible with the Nokia 6500s?
A: Yes, the Globetrotter is compatible with this model.
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James asked this question on 9th Jul 2008
Q: I have a motorola v9 with micro usb not mini. Can not see on list but can I get an adaptor?
A: If the phone came bundled with a USB charging cable, you will be able to use that, as the Freeloader comes with a USB port replicator. Hope this helps.
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Julia asked this question on 30th Jun 2008
Q: You did not know about the Nokia 6500c in April although you did say in May that the 6500s is compatible. I have a 6500c and couldn't get it to work on my old freeloader - will it work on this?
A: Sorry, this freeloader doesn't include the appropriate charging attachment for the Nokia 6500c. Jo.
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Bill asked this question on 29th May 2008
Q: I already have a freeloader. Is it possible to buy the tips for an I-pod classic seperately.
Bill
A: No, I'm afraid not - as the change to charge i-pod classic is not restricted to the tip, we've been advised there has been an internal change to the freeloader too.
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gareth asked this question on 19th May 2008
Q: can the freeloader be charged using a car cigarette lighter
A: No tips to allow the freeloader to be charged via a 12v cigarette lighter socket are supplied - sorry. John
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Peter asked this question on 26th Apr 2008
Q: Is the supercharger available on its own, as I have a freeloader already?
A: We do not, currently, sell the Supercharger separately. Apologies for the inconvenience.
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Nicola asked this question on 7th Apr 2008
Q: Please could you let me know whether the freeloader globetrotter is compatable with the following products: The Nokia 6500c, the Canon IXUS 40, or the Logitech mm50 portable speakers for i pod mines the type that only has the AC adapter and can't connect using an i-pod data cable.
A: An iPod can be charged directly from the unit, as the Freeloader comes bundled with a connector featuring a female USB cable. Simply plug the USB cable that came with your iPod into this, and it will charge as normal.
Unfortunately we have no information on the other devices you mentioned, but if you were to purchase the item and find it incompatible, you would be covered by our 14 day guarantee. Hope this helps.
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Nicola asked this question on 7th Apr 2008
Q: Is this compatable with the following? Nokia 6500c, Canon IXUS 40, or the Logitech mm50 portable speakers for iPod (this comes with an 12 vol AC adaptor and doesn't have a dock for the iPod data cable) Many thanks!
A: An iPod can be charged directly from the unit, as the Freeloader comes bundled with a connector featuring a female USB cable. Simply plug the USB cable that came with your iPod into this, and it will charge as normal.
Unfortunately we have no information on the other devices you mentioned, but if you were to purchase the item and find it incompatible, you would be covered by our 14 day guarantee. Hope this helps.
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wendyjg asked this question on 18th Jan 2010
Q: Is this combination of the Freeloader original and the extra solar panel better/faster than the Freeloader PRO? Or otherwise what is the difference between these two?rn
A: Hi, this Freeloader Globetrotter pack is the perfect accompaniment for travelling as the Supercharger can be attached to the back of a rucksack, in full sunlight. The Freeloader Globetrotter will provide charge quicker as a whole, because the Supercharger almost halves the time it takes for the Freeloader to charge.
The Freeloader Pro, however, is supplied with the cam-caddy, a power cradle able to charge virtually any camera battery. The Pro is a more powerful product than the original Freeloader Solar Charger, able to deliver more power (i.e. up to 70 hours standby time for a mobile phone, whereas the Freeloader can deliver 44 hours standby time) as it has a larger internal battery.
I hope this helps, Robyn
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thefirefairy asked this question on 13th Dec 2009
Q: Hi - can the Freeloader Globetrotter be used to charge an iphone 3GS, and ipod touch 2nd generation and a PSP? Thanks
A: Yes it can charge all of those!
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anonymous asked this question on 22nd May 2009
Q: Is it compatible with the iPhone 3G? I heared that it will not work correctly (the iPhone 3g is switching between loading and not every 5 seconds).
A: According to the manufacturer the Freeloader is compatible with most iPod devices including iPhone and iPhone 3G. Marty
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Julian asked this question on 6th Aug 2008
Q: Can you now confirm that this works with the 3G iPhone?
A: I am pleased to confirm that it does indeed work with the iPhone!
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everest asked this question on 14th Feb 2010
Q: will the freeloader globtrotter charge Panasonic Lumix TZ7 digital camera?
A: Hi, the Freeloader Solar Charger that is included in the Globetrotter kit comes with tips that can charge most mobile phones, ipods and products charged by mini USBs. It's not normally suitable for charging digital camera batteries. For that, take a look at the Freeloader Pro which comes with the CamCaddy, a power cradle that can charge nearly all digital camera batteries. To check whether the Freeloader Pro is compatible with your digital camera, use this handy tool.
I hope this helps, Robyn.
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anonymous asked this question on 28th Sep 2009
Q: How long does this charger take to charge up on a cloudy or wet day in UK?
A: It is difficult to give a precise time estimate as cloud cover can vary so much in density in the UK. The manufacturer's estimate is that it could take from 24-48 hours to get a reasonable level of charge, depending on how much UV is getting through the cloud base.
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ESTHER asked this question on 11th Jul 2009
Q: Is it possible to charge AA batteries with this product?
A: Not as the product is supplied, but it can be teamed up with the Freeloader Battery Charger and will then charge AA or AAA batteries.
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joeandrews asked this question on 4th Jun 2009
Q: Can this charge your gadget whilst charging itself? (as in, can you leave it in the sun, connected to say, iPod and then get both done at the same time?)
A: After a speedy reply from the manufacturer I'm afraid to say that this scenario is not possible. Marty
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Suzanne asked this question on 7th Aug 2008
Q: I have a Motorola V545 phone and a Pentax Optio V10 camera. Do you know if this device will charge these products?
A: The Freeloader is compatible with the Motorola V545. We have no specific data regarding camera compatibility, but a good rule of thumb is that if your camera can be charged via your computer USB socket, the Freeloader will be able to charge it. Hope this helps.
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jane asked this question on 29th Jul 2008
Q: another one - does it have a 5v adapter for a portable DVD player and also how long do you reckon it will power a ipod with small speakers?
A: I'm afraid it won't power a DVD player. Regarding powering an ipod with speakers it would be impossible for me to say as there are too many variables involved; e.g. volume, type of speakers, type of iPod etc. Sorry.
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jane asked this question on 29th Jul 2008
Q: Hi, will the freeloader charge a LG U300 or a Sony Erricsson K770i. Thanks
A: Although the manufacturer does not directly state that your devices are compatible, within the Freeloader Globetrotter package, you will find a USB Replicator tip. This looks like a USB socket that you might find on your computer. Simply plug this into your Freeloader, and plug the relevant USB charging cable for the device you wish to charge into the other end of the Replicator Tip. All being well, this should work a treat!
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Raymond asked this question on 23rd Jul 2008
Q: Can you charge the freeloader from the mains?
A: You can charge the Freeloader from the mains if you have a mains adaptor, but this does not come with the product. You can however charge it via a computer with the USB charging cable which does come included. I hope this information is of use to you. Jo.
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