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MagSOL Launches Kickstarter Campaign for Wireless Solar Charging Station

MagSOL Labs has started a Kickstarter campaign for what it calls the first solar-powered and wireless mobile charging station. Dubbed the ESL, or Easel, the Qi-compatible charger converts solar energy into wireless battery power for virtually any electronic device, said…

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the company. One day of sunlight can power four smartphone charges wirelessly via an internal battery, it said. In addition to Qi charging, the device supports USB turbo-charging via USB cable. MagSOL is pitching the Easel for camping, outdoor activities, airports, long trips or emergency situations, said Ron Vick, co-founder, who said Easel will enable device charging “in situations where it once was impossible."