Cell phones have become such an integral part of our daily lives that the sheer idea or running out of battery seems like an utter nightmare for quite a large number of users. And this is the reason why the people over at FreePlay launched back in the first half of 2007 their FreeCharge 12V model, a device that provides emergency power to a mobile phone, PDA, iPod, GPS receiver, or any other electronic device by simply winding its hand crank.



Thus, the FreeCharge 12V Personal Energy Source is a lightweight, durable and efficient power source for mobile phones and other electronic devices. The self-charge system is powered entirely by winding a hand crank, so is independent of all conventional power supplies or batteries, enabling you to make and receive calls, or charge other personal electronic devices, at any time.



The power source includes a generic base unit and interfaces to the coupled device through a generic cigarette lighter socket. The charging protocols are matched to each paired device by plugging in a cigarette lighter charger specific to each device . Furthermore, with a comfortable and sustainable winding effort, the FreeCharge 12V will adapt its output to match the requirements of the recipient device via the cigarette charger.



Regulated to deliver the same voltage output as an automobile while cranking, the FreeCharge 12V provides a portable power supply for a wide range of applications using up to 12V. The FreeCharge 12V is equipped with an LED charge level indicator that illuminates when the crank handle is turned at an optimum speed. Charge and talk times will vary between devices and accessory chargers.



However, unlike other devices of this type, the TreeCharge 12V has no internal battery, allowing for the direct and efficient transfer of energy directly into the recipient device. The internal mechanical components are specified to industrial standards for repeated use and long life and there are no degradable components, the generic cigarette lighter interface providing both forward and reverse compatibility for practically all mobile phones and personal electronic devices (iPod, GPS, PDA etc.), from obsolete older models to those yet to be released.