Solar energy goes haute couture

(Credit: Picard)

Move over, "Power Purse." There's a new bag in town.

Alternative energy continues to make inroads in the fashion world with the "Solar" series from Picard. Like other accessories with built-in solar panels, this line of leather computer bags, backpacks and luggage uses the sun's rays to charge all manner of electronic gadgets, including mobile phones, media players and laptops.

Of course, it wouldn't be a designer item without a designer price: Slashphone says the "Solar Bag" will go for about $670. What did you expect, a DIY backpack?

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How much of energy generation are we expecting using this bag, equivalent to
charge 2 numbers of 2500mAh AA batteries per day/per week? and the cost is
USD670, forget it, its not worth the price, although the concept is cool