Solar Smartphone Battery Charging Case

A project in Alba, Italy by Thomas Erich Wittig
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A simple smartphone case with integrated standard solar cell, 3d printing mass production, for any mobile featuring a USB-C connector.
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Backers: 7
Average Pledge Per Backer: €67

Funded: €469 of €4,800
Dates: May 22nd -> Jun 9th (18 days)
Project By: Thomas Erich Wittig
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Latest News

Personalized Look

June 6th - via: kickstarter.com
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Kick-Off incentive dedicated to followers

June 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Exclusive Personalized CaseONLY FEW DAYS LEFTWe offer all following Backers now to select from 6 different solar cell colors, frame colors and in dedicated area engraving your initials, name or quote when prompted after backing. PLEASE HELP TO KICK... (Read More)

Backers' Feedback Design Change

May 31st - via: kickstarter.com
While this campaign is ongoing, we received a lot of feedback and a major suggestion was the design/looks around the USB connector. We have updated that portion and are happy to present our solutions here: Please continue to send us your valuable... (Read More)

Is it safe to use or does it damage my phone😐

May 25th - via: kickstarter.com
It won't harm your phone. At the end it is just an additional power adapter and works just the same way when charging the battery.  (Read More)

For IPhones, would this prevent MagSafe charging and other magnetic accessories being used?

May 24th - via: kickstarter.com
It does not have any affect to waveforms. The center core plate is made of a 0.5mm thick aluminum sheet having no influence to any waveforms.  (Read More)

What's about heating? (Question from my LinkedIn Post)

May 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you for your comment. In terms of charging process there is no issue, it is in normal charging mode, same as you would charge in normal charging mode using your adapter. We recommend not to expose your phone more than 15min in plain sun, as you... (Read More)

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