In the past, when we started our camping trip, we left home with only one backpack full of necessities, most notably a tent, sleeping bag and stove to cook.
Now, it seems that more and more people are coming into the post-State with our favorite gadgets, which requires keeping these devices charged as we leave the grid.
But Jackery hopes the process will become easier with the launch of Power Pro, a portable generator designed for outdoor use.
Power Pro, which was released on Kickstarter a few weeks ago, has a modest target of raising $50,000 to put the oversized battery pack into production.
Supporters soon pushed the funds to this level and it now appears that the equipment will start shipping in early 2017.
Related: Estream is a personal hydro generator that charges your device, so what exactly does Power Pro bring?
First, it comes with a 578Wh battery and a range of ports for plugging in gadgets.
Not only does the generator have a built-in-
It also features two 12 v dc ports, one DC cigarette lighter port and two 5 v USB ports in the 110 v AC socket.
In addition to this, Power Pro has an LCD screen to help you monitor its battery life and charging features, as well as a built-in
Illuminate the camp with a flashlight.
Jackery said that Power Pro's lithium-ion battery can charge smartphones more than 45 times and can be charged from 4-
According to the internal battery of the notebook, 7 times.
It can also charge the drone more than 7 times and illuminate the camp for 100 hours.
If you decide to replace your tailgate with a portable generator, it can even keep the Mini
The refrigerator runs for up to 10 hours and the LCD TV runs for more than 4 hours.
Power Pro itself can be charged by plugging it directly into a wall outlet or pairing it with a solar panel while in camp.
Jackery claims 6-
Charge the device for 7 hours using the supplied AC adapter and estimate 7-
Plug in the charging time of the 85 W solar panel placed in direct sunlight.
However, the solar charging time seems too optimistic, as it is rare to collect so much solar energy in the field.
Power Pro is very advantageous compared to competitors.
For example, Power Zero's Yeti 400 solar generator has a smaller battery (400Wh) and a larger weight, which is 29 pounds lbs compared to Power Pro's 12 lbs.
On the other hand, Yeti 400 has an additional AC port and a lower price point.
Goal Zero sells their models for $460, while Power Pro is expected to cost $799 when it comes out in February.
Is the extra cash worth it?
We can only wait and see.
Learn more about Jackery Power Pro on the official Kickstarter page of the product.