Power outages are inevitable, but when the time comes, you can only hope that all of your gadgets are fully charged. If not, there’s the SOSCharger. This $35 device is designed to let users charge their phones with a simple hand crank. Continue reading for a video and more information.

In addition to the hand crank power, it doubles as a 1500mAh rechargeable battery. Basically, you’ll want to keep the battery charged so it’s ready when you need it. Hand cranking for approximately 3-5 minutes provides anywhere between 5-12 minutes of talk time. There’s also a standard USB port for charging compatible devices.

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