Put a Solar Panel on Your Head With $40 Off EcoFlow's Power Hat - CNET

Oct 26, 2024

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The sun gives energy, but it can also burn your nose. This hat embraces the dichotomy.

Finding yourself suddenly without power can be a big inconvenience, especially since we rely on our phones for communication, navigation and photos. A back-up power source is invaluable -- but what if it was literally right on top of your head? The EcoFlow Power Hat, a solar-charging sun hat, is on sale at Amazon for $40 off when you clip the on-page coupon. That brings the price down from $129 to just $89. And at this price, it makes an affordable, unique gift for that outdoors person in your life.

EcoFlow is a trusted solar brand, frequenting our list of best portable power stations. The company's unique hat brings you solar charging on the go. It gives you 360 degrees of coverage to protect your face from the sun's rays, has a wide brim and UPF 50+ fabric. Plus, at just one-eighth the thickness of conventional solar panels, the built-in solar panel is surprisingly lightweight. The hat even folds up into a backpack or purse for easy storage.

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The panel features both USB-A and USB-C ports, so you can charge two devices at the same time. It will fully charge a mobile phone in three to four hours. With this, you’ll never miss that perfect nature shot or a photo of the kids at outdoor events, because you can keep your device charged and at the ready.

For avid hikers, fishing enthusiasts or beachgoers, this hat lets you embrace the sun’s rays while staying active -- or relaxing in a chair -- all while providing smart sun protection.Just make sure you clip the on-page coupon to save the full $40.

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