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Judy asked this question on 13th Jan 2008
Q: Hi, If I understand it right: the internal battery of the freeloader can be used two years? And what to do after that? Because I thought solarcells can be used longer. So, is it possible to put in an other internal battery after these two years? Thanx for your time and your answer!
greetings Juke
A: Thanks for the message. As it happens, the manufacturer of the Freeloader was in the office yesterday, and we asked them about this. They stated that the expected life is closer to five years than two, and should the battery fail, they will replace the battery for a nominal charge. Hope this helps. Thomas.
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marianne asked this question on 29th Mar 2008
Q: Would the freeloader be compatable with a canon ixus digital camera?
A: If you are able to charge the camera via USB on your computer then this charger will work by utilising the female USB connector which comes with the Solio, and the USB lead from your camera. Hope this helps.
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Joyce asked this question on 20th May 2008
Q: Hi, Is the freeloader compatible with a DS Lite.
A: Yes it is!
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romat asked this question on 26th May 2008
Q: Is this compatible with the microsoft zune?
A: Thanks for the query. We can confirm that the Freeloader is compatible with the Microsoft Zune.
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Angela asked this question on 27th May 2008
Q: Is the freeloader Compatible with my samsung D40, my Ipod nano 2nd gen and my Archos 605 media device?
A: Whilst we can't guarantee compatibility with the D40, there is a Samsung connector included with the Freeloader, so this should be suitable. The Archos and iPod Nano 2G are both fully compatible wiht this charger. Hope this helps.
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ruth asked this question on 1st Jun 2008
Q: Does the Freeloader work with the iPod touch (same charger as iPhone)? And will it charge a Sony Cybershot?
A: The silver Freeloader is now compatible with the full iPod range, including the iPhone and iPod Touch. There is still a compatibility issue with the pink Freeloader.
If the Sony Cybershot can be charged via it's Mini‐USB port then it will charge it too.
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Stewart asked this question on 28th May 2008
Q: Can I buy the lead that connects the charger to the equipment? If so where from and what is the cost?
A: The charger comes with a number of connectors, so it is likely that your gadget will be covered. Without knowing which product you wish to charge, we cannot advise on what you need. Hope this helps.
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sean asked this question on 23rd May 2008
Q: Will this work with the LG viewty?
A: Yes, it will work fine with the Viewty.
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Nicola asked this question on 7th Apr 2008
Q: Please can you tell me whether this can be used with the following devices:Nokia 6500c, IXUS 40 or the Logitech mm50 portable speakers for iPod - mine only has the ac adapter connection not the iPod data cable. 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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nicholas asked this question on 1st Jan 2008
Q: the description says 'battery life averages two years';is the battery replaceable? if not, maybe you should take a look at the carbon cost of producing such a disposable product compared to the quantity of electricity saved over its lifetime?
A: Unfortunately the battery is, at present, not a replaceable component. Your point re the carbon implication is noted, but it should also be considered that the product has merit in allowing the user to access a power in situations and locations where access to a power source would not otherwise be available. John.
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Stephen asked this question on 10th Jun 2008
Q: Is the Freeloader Solar Charger compatible with the Archos 605 wifi multimedia device?
A: We believe that this can be charged via the Freeloader's usb adaptor.
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Rob asked this question on 26th Apr 2008
Q: I see that the new freeloader includes connectors for the ipod touch. Is it possible to buy these attachments for the original freeloader?
A: Sadly not, as the original Freeloader is incompatible with the iPod Touch due to a change in Apple's power management system - the design of the Freeloader itself has changed, not just the tip.
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Mike asked this question on 1st May 2008
Q: Could you please advise if this charger is compatible with the Nokia E90 mobile communicator?
A: Most Freeloader modeals should work fine with the E90, altough the pink edition does not come with the requisite tip.
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Henri asked this question on 14th May 2008
Q: Does the Freeloader come with an ipod adaptor?
A: It doesn't come with an adaptor which plugs directly into the i-pod but it does come supplied with a female mini-usb adaptor which allow it to charge an i-pod using the cable which is supplied with all i-pods to connect the i-pod to the pc.
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Alice asked this question on 8th May 2008
Q: Has the incompatibility with the ipod been solved yet?
A: We have just taken delivery of a new batch of silver Freeloaders, and can confirm that these are compatible with the new range of iPods, including the iPhone and iPod Touch.
As of yet, the Pink Freeloader is still incompatible with the new iPod range. Hope this helps.
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Babatope asked this question on 14th Apr 2008
Q: Looking at the Specs for the Freeloader solar charger POVID:25836 i noticed it doesnt say that it can charge the Sony Ericsson K800i.Please do tell if it does?And if it doesnt can you suggest a Model that does.Also can you tell me how long it takes to receive these product?As i kind of need it urgently for a trip to Africa.
Kind Regards
Ashman
A: The Freeloader is not compatible with the K800i, but we do offer the Powermonkey Explorer and the Solio (Black and White versions only) that are compatible with this phone. Hope this helps.
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alex asked this question on 10th Apr 2008
Q: Hi, just wondering if this product has a usb port to charge devices(in other words, can the usb slot be used to charge a phone as well as to fill the battery of the charger)?
A: The Freeloader includes an attachment which will allow the charging of USB devices. Hope this helps.
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Aaron asked this question on 4th Apr 2008
Q: Could you tell me if the free loader with work with my creative Zen m 60GB mp3 player.
A: I can confirm that the Freeloader will work with the Creative Zen M 60gb.
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sarah-jean asked this question on 6th Apr 2008
Q: Will the freeloader work with motorola v7 & krzr? also ipod nano (old) & shuffle (new)? thank you.
A: The Freeloader will work with all of these devices.
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brian asked this question on 1st Apr 2008
Q: I have the new ipod nano, purchased in feb 08.(uk)
does you're freeloader solar charger work with this model, at the moment??
A: Thanks for the query. At the moment, this version of the Freeloader is not compatible with the iPod Nano you own. However, the version of the Freeloader bundled with the Globetrotter pack will work well. The Freeloader Globetrotter can be found here:
http://www.ethicalsuperstore.com/products/solar-technology/freeloader-globetrotter/
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MARIA asked this question on 10th Mar 2008
Q: Can I charge my mobile with the solar charger using the USB?
A: If your mobile phone can normally be charged by USB, then you will be able to use the Freeloader to charge it. Hope this helps. Thomas
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Ross asked this question on 2nd Mar 2008
Q: I have a Dell Axim x50v Pocket-PC. Will this charger work with it?
A: We cannot guarantee that it will work with this exact model, but if it is possible to charge the PDA via a USB slot on your computer, then the Freeloader should charge it. Hope this helps. Thomas
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Derek asked this question on 28th Feb 2008
Q: Does the Freeloader work with Zune?
A: We have received reports that the Freeloader is not compatible with the Zune, but we have not tested this ourselves.
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Tim asked this question on 20th Feb 2008
Q: Hi
I just wanted to check that the Freeloader solar charger works with Zune 80gb (2nd generation) players?
http://www.zune.net/en-US/products/zune80gb/default.htm
Thanks
A: The Freeloader will not work with the Zune.
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MJ asked this question on 5th Feb 2008
Q: Is the Freeloader compatible with a Sony Ericksson k810i? Thank you.
A: Yes, it is compatible with the K810i as far as we are aware. Hope this helps. Thomas
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Martin asked this question on 11th Jan 2008
Q: Does this work with iPod classic?
A: Yes
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anonymous asked this question on 11th Jun 2009
Q: Is this compatable with Samsung G600?
I can't seem to find a solar charger compatible with this mobile ..
A: Yes, according to the manufacturer the Freeloader is compatible with Samsung D800 and G600 current series phones.
Marty.
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MidgetJones asked this question on 3rd Jun 2009
Q: Hi. Would the Freeloader Solar Charger charge my Samsung D900, Ipod and Nintendo DS?
Thanks.
A: Hi, the Freeloader is only compatible with Samsung D800 and G600 current series phones. It is compatible with most iPod devices including iPhone and iPhone 3G and Nintendo DS Lite.
You can also charge most devices which can be charged through USB via the Freeloader's female usb adapter tip.
I hope this helps,
Marty
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Cookie asked this question on 25th Apr 2009
Q: Can it charge a Blackberry?
A: The Freeloader comes with a mini USB attachment, and as such can be used to charge a Blackberry. Jo.
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anonymous asked this question on 28th Jan 2009
Q: can you tell me if all the adpters come with it please.
A: You get 11 adapters in the box which cover the following devices:
Nokia phones old3.5mm jack and the new 2mm jack, LG Chocolate, LG Shine and Prada phones, Samsung A288 and D800 current series phones, Sony Ericsson K750 and K800i current series phones, Nintendo DS Lite, iPod (compatible with most iPod devices including iPhone), 4mm jack for Sony PSP, Tom Tom, most digital cameras, PDAs, 2-way radios, Mini USB for Motorola, Blackberry, Qtec, Smartphone, iMate, digital cameras and Bluetooth headsets, USB female for PDAs, mp3 players, most digital cameras and most devices which can be charged via USB.
You can also purchase additional adapters from the manufacturer.
I hope this helps, Marty.
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anonymous asked this question on 25th Jan 2009
Q: is the freeloader compatible with most gps systems we have an old avis gps.
A: As well as the various mobile phone and iPod charging tips listed, the Freeloader comes with a 4mm jack, a Mini USB and a Female USB, which between them charge a wide range of devices. If your GPS system can be charged using any of these, then the Freeloader would be a good solar device for you. Jo.
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Sara asked this question on 15th Dec 2008
Q: Would this charge up correctly if left all day on the dashboard of a car as mentioned in the customer e-view, as it would be behind glass (sounds a great idea!)? Also, how would it work in winter conditions (ie cloudy) and is it sensitive to very high or low temperatures? I'm keen on this item but wonder if it would only be effective for summer use with the solar panels. Finally, is it compatible with the HTC Touch Dual smartphone? Thanks!
A: The manufacturer states that light quality plays a key role in determining the speed of charge. The device isn't sensitive to temperature, but cloudy days or the Freeloader being positioned behind a glass window will increase the time needed to charge its battery, possibly taking up to one and a half times longer to charge. The brighter the red charging light, the faster full charge will be achieved.
My research tells me that the HTC Touch Dual Smartphone charges via a mini USB, which should be no problem at all as the Freeloader comes complete with a mini USB fitting. I hope this helps! Jo.
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Aaron asked this question on 2nd Dec 2008
Q: I would like to know if you could charge items off the solar panel alone and not off the internal battery.
A: The freeloader isn't designed to function in this way. However the freeloader globetrotter and the powermonkey explorer can charge a range of devices from their solar panels alone.
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Phoebe asked this question on 8th Aug 2008
Q: Is it compatible with
-the w800 walkman sony ericsson phone
-the ipod nano version previous to the new one
thanks
A: The Freeloader charges every version of the iPod nano, and the manufacturer mobile phone compatibility listing states that it will charge the Sony Ericsson W800i and W800c, although it doesn't mention a W800. I hope this is of assistance. Jo.
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Mark asked this question on 13th Jun 2008
Q: Its now June 08. I would like to purchase this product, But on this thread it seems that the new iPhone is not compatible. I am looking at getting the iPhone 3G (Second iphone). Could you please inform me if this product is now supported?
A: The current i-phone is now supported (as highlighted in the product description) but as for the second generation i-phone (3G) is yet to reach us for a test we can't claim with 100% certainty that it will work - but if it uses the same power system as the standard i-phone all should be well. John
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tomm asked this question on 25th Nov 2009
Q: Does the free loader work with the samsung soul?
A: Hi, yes the Freeloader is compatible with current series Samsung phones. Robyn.
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Garmin asked this question on 25th Jul 2009
Q: Hi - Would you please tell me if the Freeloader Solar Charger would charge/and has the adapter for, a Garmin nuvi 200 SatNav. Thank you.
A: If you can charge/power the Garmin via usb or mini usb the Freeloader will work perfectly with it.
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mnnbbv asked this question on 25th May 2009
Q: Is This compatable with an Olympus 790sw camera battery (li-42b)??
A: The Freeloader comes with a variety of charging tips as listed. It can charge any digital camera compatible with a mini USB or female USB tip, however my research suggests that the battery used by this particular model of camera needs to be charged in its own charging cradle. If this is indeed the case, unfortunately the Freeloader won't be the answer.
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anonymous asked this question on 28th Jan 2009
Q: hi is a samsung j700 compatable
A: Hi, although the manufacturer does not state that this is directly compatible, the Freeloader is supplied with the wide, thin Samsung connector and the small, thin connector. If your phone charges via one of these it should be compatible. Otherwise, if you can charge your phone via usb (or mini usb) the Freeloader will be able to charge your Samsung that way. Marty.
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anonymous asked this question on 28th Nov 2008
Q: Hi is this product compatible with creative zen products? Also, is it compatible with i-River mp3 players? Thank you.
A: You receive the following adapters with the Freeloader:
Nokia phones old 3.5mm jack and the new 2mm jack;
LG Chocolate, LG shine and Prada phones;
Samsung A288 and D800 current series phones;
Sony Ericsson K750 and K800i current series phones;
Nintendo DS Lite;
iPod (compatible with most iPod devices including iPhone and iPhone 3G);
4mm jack for Sony PSP, Tom Tom, most digital cameras, PDAs, 2-way radios;
Mini USB for Motorola, Blackberry, Qtec, Smartphone, iMate, most digital cameras and Bluetooth headsets;
USB female for PDAs, mp3 players, most digital cameras and most devices which can be charged through USB.
Therefore if you can charge your devices via one of those (most likely a mini USB) then the Freeloader could be just what you're looking for.
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sebastian asked this question on 4th Nov 2008
Q: is it possible to use with the 3 skypephone s2?
A: Providing that the 3 skypephone s2 can be charged via USB / mini USB this should be possible.
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Suzanne asked this question on 7th Aug 2008
Q: Is this device compatible with the Motorola V545 mobile and the Pentax Optio V10 camera?
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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Tina asked this question on 29th Jul 2008
Q: does this work with Sony erricson k810i and with the new blackberry bold smartphone?
A: The Freeloader comes complete with mini USB for Blackberry Smart Phones, but does not come with a directly compatible tip for your K810i. However, it does come with a USB replicator which means that you should be able to charge your phone via the USB cable.
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sebastian asked this question on 18th Jul 2008
Q: could i use this to charge my laptop (macbook)?
A: I'm afraid not, the charging capacity is not great enough to charge laptops, sorry!
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dale asked this question on 8th Jul 2008
Q: Is the charger compatible with the lg prada and the samsung e900
A: As far as we are aware, the Freeloader is compatible with both of these phones.
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francine asked this question on 7th Jul 2008
Q: Hi,
Is the Freeloader compatible with :
Samsung SGH-A501
Nokia 2760
Sagam MY C2-3
Thanks,
Francine
A: The bad news is that none of your devices have their own special adapter. However, the good news is that within the Freeloader package, you will find a USB Replicator tip. This looks like a USB socket you might find on your computer. Simply plug this into your Freeloader, and plug the relevant USB cable for the device into the other end of the Replicator Tip. Provided your devices can charge/connect via USB you will then be able to charge your devices as you wish. I hope this makes sense and helps!
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Kate asked this question on 6th Jul 2008
Q: Hi. Does the Freeloader come with an AC adaptor? I have a Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 digital camera that can't be charged through a USB port or a laptop, instead the battery sits in a cradle which is plugged into the mains through an AC adaptor. Any suggestions if not? Cheers
A: The Freeloader comes with a universal 4mm straight jack for things such as digital camera charging. Therefore, if your AC adapter is the 4mm jack variety the Freelaoder is the solar charger for you!
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Cassi asked this question on 4th Jul 2008
Q: I recently purchased the silver freeloader which came with numerous adapters but none of them fit my ipod(8GB),small square version, my mobile (Nokia N70) or my palm pilot (Tungstern). I'm hugely disappointed. Can I but these connections seperately?
A: Be disappointed no more, for everything you need is in the box. Within the Freeloader package, you will find a USB Replicator tip. This looks like a USB socket you might find on your computer. Simply plug this into your Freeloader, and plug the relevant USB cable for the device into the other end of the Replicator Tip. You will then be able to charge your iPod, N70 and your Palm Pilot without a hitch. Hope this helps.
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Rachel asked this question on 4th Jul 2008
Q: Will this charger work in normal daylight or does it have to be placed in direct sunlight?
A: The charger will work in normal daylight, but charging speed is greatly increased by direct sunlight.
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Alexandra asked this question on 29th Jun 2008
Q: Is the Freeloader compatible with Nokia 6500c
A: I'm afraid not, sorry.
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Jane asked this question on 26th Jun 2008
Q: Hi, can you tell me if this will work with my Samsung SGH-E370 mobile phone. If not, is there any solar charger you know of that is compatible? Many thanks.
A: Good news! According to the manufacturer the Freeloader Solar Charger does indeed come with a Samsung (wide connector) tip, allowing you to successfully charge your SGH-E370. Marty.
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Henk asked this question on 15th Jun 2008
Q: Is this compatible with the Samsung Soul U900?
Also, my Sony Camcorder DCR-SR50 & Casio Digital Camera EX-Z1000 use cradles to charge not USB connections, can the FreeLoader power the cradles?
A: Unfortunately, the manufacturers cannot keep their records of compatibility up to date with the latest phones and models, however, the Samsung A288 and D800 series are compatible and so if your phone has the same connection then all will be well.
As for the compatibility of your ‘cradles’, we are unable to advise without knowing the connecting unit for them, the Freeloader does have a 4mm straight jack which may be the correct one.
Marty.
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