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39 Quirky Charging Devices

From Repurposed Tank Chargers to Gas Mask Smartphone Chargers

— February 4, 2014 — Tech
These quirky charging devices will catch the attention of any tech enthusiast looking to keep their smartphones charged in an eclectic way.

With modern consumers becoming increasingly reliant on mobile phones and social networking, making sure to have access to a charger is key to keeping connected at all times. These quirky smartphone devices aren't your ordinary gadgets however, but rather feature such unique design inspirations as robots and underwater creatures. Perfect for tech-savvy consumers looking to add some humor and originality to their smartphone accessories, these quirky charging devices will definitely help keep your device charged in a comical way.

From smartphone docks that resemble toasters to those that look like tree stumps and gas masks, these quirky charging devices will definitely make juicing your phone a lot more entertaining.
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Octopus-Inspired Mobile Chargers
Octopus-Inspired Mobile Chargers
This Universal Mobile Charger is Shaped Like an Octopus
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Remarkably Rapid Device Chargers
Remarkably Rapid Device Chargers
These Units by Journova Charge at High Speeds
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Space Opera-Inspired Chargers
Space Opera-Inspired Chargers
This Star Wars Robot Car Charger Will Spruce Up Any Phone
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37
Socket-Converting Smartphone Chargers
Socket-Converting Smartphone Chargers
The xWallDockTurns an Outlet into a Docking Station
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36
Discreet Wireless Charging Pads
Discreet Wireless Charging Pads
The iQi Mobile Cuts the Cord on the iPhone 5
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35
Card-Shaped USB Cables
Card-Shaped USB Cables
The Charge Card is Easy to Carry and Can Conveniently Charge Your iPhone
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34
Pedal-Powered Phone Chargers
Pedal-Powered Phone Chargers
The K-TOR Power Box Keeps You and Your Gadget Alive
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33
Hybrid Holistic Chargers
Hybrid Holistic Chargers
Fluxmob is the World's Smallest Combination Battery and Wall Charger
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32
Literary Power Sources
Literary Power Sources
The Book Chargers Allow You to Read and Recharge in One
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31
Smartphone Charging Bracelets
Smartphone Charging Bracelets
This Stylish Leopard Cuff is Actually a Concealed Charging Cord
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30
Repurposed Tank Chargers
Repurposed Tank Chargers
These iPhone Chargers from PHU are Robotically Inventive
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29
Thin Wireless Phone Chargers
Thin Wireless Phone Chargers
This Charger and Phone Stand Design is Light and Sleek
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28
Pedal-Powered Mobile Chargers
Pedal-Powered Mobile Chargers
'The Charge Cycle' Helps You Pedal Your Way to a Fully Charged Phone
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27
Portable Alarming Devices
Portable Alarming Devices
Forget Using Two Alarms When You Have the iBell iPhone Alarm Clock
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26
Tree-Stump Smartphone Chargers
Tree-Stump Smartphone Chargers
The Cedar Stump by Dock Artisan is a Functional Work Of Art
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25
Deceptive Toaster Smartphone Chargers
Deceptive Toaster Smartphone Chargers
Charge Your iPhone 5 Inside the Foaster Wireless Toaster
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24
Sliced Fruit Power Sources
Sliced Fruit Power Sources
The Apelpi Opso Batteries Resemble a Juicy Apple Piece
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23
Unfailing Phone Chargers
Unfailing Phone Chargers
The Nomad ChargeKey Gives Your Phone a Boost in Times of Need
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22
Sleek Storage Chargers
Sleek Storage Chargers
The Powerstick with Memory USB Drive is a Quick Battery Fix
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21
Energy-Conserving Chargers
Energy-Conserving Chargers
The Mushroom GreenZERO Ensures that No Electricity is Wasted
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20
Faucet-Style Phone Sockets
Faucet-Style Phone Sockets
Watch Power Flow to Your Gadget with the iTap iPhone Charger
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19
Gas Mask Smartphone Chargers
Gas Mask Smartphone Chargers
The AIRE Concept Uses Human Breath to Juice Devices
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18
Discreet Hardcover Charging Docks
Discreet Hardcover Charging Docks
This Hidden iPhone Charger Looks Like a Stack of Books
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17
Flexible Suctioned Phone Stands
Flexible Suctioned Phone Stands
The Sticko Conveniently Connects Your Cell to So Many Surfaces
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16
Solar-Powered Gadget Chargers
Solar-Powered Gadget Chargers
The Solio 'Bolt' Uses Solar Power to Charge Your Devices
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15
Coffee-Brewing Phone Chargers
Coffee-Brewing Phone Chargers
Lumawake iPhone Dock is Smarter Than Your Average Charger
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14
Lustrous Smartphone-Charging Cases
Lustrous Smartphone-Charging Cases
The Gold Power Jacket for the iPhone 5S is a Charger and Stand
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13
Framing Smartphone Mounts
Framing Smartphone Mounts
The Myquadro iPhone Dock Displays Your Prized Possession Like Modern Art
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12
Green Cellular Chargers
Green Cellular Chargers
The Pottery Barn Teen 'Solar Powered Battery Pack' is Eco-Friendly
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11
Double-Pronged Chargers
Double-Pronged Chargers
The Wrap Adapter Add-On Makes it Possible to Coil Your Cord Neatly
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10
Cable-Winding Car Chargers
Cable-Winding Car Chargers
Keep Your Car Neat and Tidy with This Cute Car Charger and Cable Winder
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9
Pedal-Powered Phone Chargers
Pedal-Powered Phone Chargers
The EcoXPower Bike Light Doubles as a Smartphone Charger
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8
Wearable Phone Chargers
Wearable Phone Chargers
The Carbon Precision Solar iPhone Charger Makes Sense
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7
Human Energy Device Chargers
Human Energy Device Chargers
Boost Battery Life Without an Outlet Using the K-TOR Pocket Socket 2
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6
Roll-Out Solar Chargers
Roll-Out Solar Chargers
The Compact E-Saving Charger is Ideal for Off-the Grid Battery Boosting
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5
Adhesive Solar Phone Chargers
Adhesive Solar Phone Chargers
The Solar Window Charger Uses the Sun's Rays to Juice up Your Phone
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4
Literary Smartphone Chargers
Literary Smartphone Chargers
True Vintage Classics lets You Dock Your Phone on Your Favorite Novel
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3
Powerless Phone Chargers
Powerless Phone Chargers
Crank the Eton Boost Turbine 2000 to Charge Phones without Electricity
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2
Wrist-Wearable Phone Chargers
Wrist-Wearable Phone Chargers
Extend Your Phone's Battery Life with the Miniinthebox Charger
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1
Charger-Integrated Cell Protectors
Charger-Integrated Cell Protectors
The PowerLoop iPhone Case Keeps Your USB Connector Attached
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