Ecosol has launched its portable USB charger’s upgraded version by the name of Ecosol Powerstick V2 USB Charger. The device acts as a charger or external battery for a range of devices like mobile phones, digital cameras, Bluetooth headsets and very importantly iPods. It is even claimed by the company that the Powerstick is capable of charging 90 percent capacity in 90 minutes or lesser after having being plugged into any powered USB port.

The circuitry gets into sleep mode after fully charging the internal battery preventing needless power consumption. The battery is lithium-polymer 750mAh capacity, with a lifecycle of over a thousand charges. The package includes connector tips to help you with your devices.

Technical specification

• Dimensions: 23.5 x 105 x 15mm
• Battery Type: Lithium Polymer (750 mAh capacity)
• Output current: 750 mAh
• Output voltage: DC 5V
• Charge time for 90% capacity: 0 to 90 minutes
• Cycle life: 1000+ full cycles
• Integrated LCD with “fuel guage”
• Microcontrolled Protection System
• 1 year limited warranty

Price and availability:  The Powerstick USB charger can be bagged for $60, and is available from company and certain retail outlets.