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Google's squeaky green recycled wireless mouse

google recycled mouse.jpgFrom everyone's favourite search engine come these cute, colourful ergonomic and best of all recycled wireless computer mice; a great sign that the company is serious about its green pledges and tackle the growing problem of e-waste.

The mini wireless mouse is made completely out of recycled plastic and a nice touch is the integrated WiFi dongle for instant USB connectivity. They've even ensured the packaging it comes in; an all too common oversight in the so-called 'green' products that land on my desk! Available in red or blue (no green!) at $19.20 at the Google Store

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 12, 2008 11:55 AM in Green gadgets| Recycling
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Trevor Baylis weatherproof globe lantern

ecolantern.jpgYou could almost see the future in this crystal ball-like lantern from windup power pioneer Trevor Baylis. Let's hope it's a future where renewable power reigns supreme, and small innovations like this one have become part of everyday life!

With its 5 x 5mm LEDs, the windup and rechargable lantern gives 4 hours of constant light when on full charge, 3 days of standby time on full charge. It's also weatherproof, so would be an ideal companion on camping trips.

£24.95 at the Green Apple Store

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 8, 2008 4:11 PM in Green News| Green gadgets
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Hand-cranked USB power charger

hand_crank_usb_charger.jpgIt's not exactly super portable, but this hand-cranked USB charger offers a new way to charge your phone or other mobile gizmo of choice without having to resort to the national grid.

Unlike solar chargers, this gadget will work at any time of day or night provided you've got a pair of hands to turn the handle. Great for camping and festival trips, it might just help you avoid those notorious 'chill and charge' tents this year!

$39.95 at National Geographic store

[Via Popgadget]

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 7, 2008 3:35 PM in Green gadgets
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Epson printers get Energy Saving Trust's seal of approval

epsom printer.jpgIt may seem strange that a printer of any sort should get the thumbs up from an environmental body, but the Energy Saving Trust has just granted Epson its energy saving recommendation label; the first to appear on a printer.

The recommendation was based on three criteria; energy (Watts) used when the printer is on-ready to use, energy used in sleep mode and energy used when on standby. The only question in my mind is should the EST really be endorsing a technology that uses paper where greener alternatives may be available?

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 7, 2008 10:49 AM in Energy saving| Green News| Green gadgets
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Hello Kitty goes green with Sanrio solar charger

hello kitty solar charger2.jpgNow that she's an international fashion icon, it's only right and proper that everyone's favourite Japanese cat should embrace the green lifestyle. And that's exactly what she's done with the launch of an official Sanrio licensed solar-power charger!

The pocket-sized charging device will juice up your mp3, mobile phone, DS-lite and other gadgets after a six hour soak in the sun. Whether you love or loathe La Kitty, it sounds like a great way to get young, fashion conscious girlies into the eco way of life. It's yours for $159.99.

[Via Ecofriend]

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 7, 2008 10:09 AM in Green News| Green gadgets
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Xerox's self erasing paper: planet saver or inflatable dartboard?

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The ecological impact is obvious - fewer trees cut down and a whole host of other benefits fall into place. My worry for self-erasing paper is the practical application. If I've taken the time to type up a document and print it out, why do I want the copy to disappear?

The way Xerox's new invention works is that each of the sheets contains coded molecules which respond to ultraviolet light emitted from a special printer. The molecules react to form the copy on the page and slowly fade over a period of 24 hours or faster if exposed to heat. Each leaf can be used 100 times although I'd place bets on most not making it beyond 20. It's not that I think the technology is flawed. I doubt it is but what happens when the self-erasing paper gets mixed up with normal paper? What if it gets ruined with standard ink, and then I'm back to the original question of why do we want disappearing ink anyway?

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Video Review: The Nokia 3110 Evolve

This week, I've been testing the Nokia 3110 Evolve; the greenest phone currently on the market. Watch the video below to find out how I got on with it!

Posted by AbiSilvester on May 1, 2008 9:30 AM in Green gadgets| Videos
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