It can be slightly frustrating to run along with one's iPod only to discover there's only a few minutes left of battery life, but these convenient charging stations will hopefully solve a few issues.
Many companies are trying to add an air of convenience to consumers by placing charging stations in handy spots. Four artists in Germany created a giant rock installation that looks natural, but is actually a station to charge one's devices. The great part about this design is that it ironically gives a bit of a rural feel to an urban area. Various charging stations for cars are also popping up, with the hopes the tendency to buy an electric car will increase in the coming years. This would certainly help lower the emissions sent out into the environment.
29 Convenient Charging Stations
From Tech-Friendly Rock Installations to Car-Charging Manholes:
Jamie Danielle Munro — Mar 26, 2014 — Autos
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Natural Wireless Charging Stations
The Raw Induction Series by O'Dea Design Charges Without Fuss
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Wireless Phone-Charging Accessories
Duracell Unveils its Duracell Powermat Adapter at CES 2014
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Couple Phone-Charging Stations
Couples Can Set Things Straight With This His & Hers Docking Valet
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Electric Truck-Charging Apps
The VIA Motors 'PlugShare' in-Car App Debuted at NAIAS 2014
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Public Solar Charging Stations
The 'Street-Charge' for Mobile Phones Has Hit NYC
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Sustainable Charging Stations
The RockAppleWood iPad/iPhone Speaker Dock is Cleverly Upcycled
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Sustainable Car Charging Stations
These Electric Car Charging Stations Offer Uber Fast Refuelling
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Eco-Friendly Mass Gadget Chargers
The Skycharger is a Mean, Green Phone-Charging Machine
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Promotional E-Car Chargers
GM to Give Free EV Charging Stations to First Volt Buyers
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Pulley System Charging Stations
The Power Reel Affords Convenient Cord Placement
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Smartphone-Charging Vending Machines
The Chewing Gum Battery Concept Vends Portable Power Strips
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Plug-In Auto Dealerships
LAcarGuy is the First Dealer to Have Level 2 Electric Car Charging
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Solar Power-Charging Stations
Street Charge by Pensa and Goal Zero Ensures Full Batteries
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Anime-Inspired Vehicle Chargers
Plug Your Car in This Anime Electric Car Charging Station
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Germ-Zapping Charging Stations
The UVC Dock Reboots and Debugs Your Mobile Device
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Free Charging Stations
Charge Your Electric Car for Free
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Tree-Stump Smartphone Chargers
The Cedar Stump by Dock Artisan is a Functional Work Of Art
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Dish-Like Charging Stations
The UFFO Dock is Both Practical and Ornamental
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Discreet Wireless Charging Pads
The iQi Mobile Cuts the Cord on the iPhone 5
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Literary Charging Stations
The Huckleberry Finn iPhone Dock is Both Luxurious and Nostalgic
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Phone Booth Car Chargers
Telekom Austria Converts Phone Booths into Recharging Pods
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Car-Charging Manholes
Hevo Power Aims to Turn Sewer Lids into Wireless EV Chargers
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Tech-Friendly Rock Installations
'Stein mit Vollausstattung' Charges Laptops and Gives Free WiFi
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Tidy Bamboo Organizers
'Station' is a Compact, Eco-Friendly Desk Organization Tool
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Extensive Recharging Stations
The ChargePoint Network Expands Across America
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Standardized EV Charging Stations
Chademo Wants to Create One-Size-Fits-All Power Norm
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Cutesy Charging Stations
The Giving Tree is an Artsy Way to Charge Your Electronics
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EV Charging Station Apps
The PlugShare App Helps Drivers Find the Nearest Outlet
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Conducive Mobile Charging Stations
The 'JUMP' is a Charging Solution for Your Busy Lifestyle
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Spaceship-Like Charging Stations
The Vertical Induction Charger Charges 3 Controllers at Once
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The Nomad Charge Mount is MagSafe-Compatible
Contemporary Magnetic Device Docks
The Belkin BoostCharge Pro MagSafe Charger Stand is Two-in-One
Quick-Charge Omni-Device Docks
The ESR 6-in-1 MagSafe Charger Prioritizes Productivity
Collapsible Three-in-One Chargers
The Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station is Qi2-Certified
Emotive EV Charging Stations
The Conceptual Kvitter EV Charger Has an Interactive AI Interface
Foldable Four-in-One Tech Chargers
The Aulumu M01 Folding Charging Station is Cyberpunk-Inspired
Apple-Certified Charging Stations
ESR is Releasing the World's First Apple-Certified Charging Dock
Hyper-Speed Charging Technologies
realm 320W SuperSonic Charge Charges in Under Five-Minutes
900-Mile Electric Vehicles
Toyota Claims its Solid-State Batteries Will Reach 900 Miles per Charge
Retractable Cable Desktop Chargers
The Baseus PowerCombo Has a Six-in-One Functionality
Versatile Hydrogen Battery Systems
These Toyota Hydrogen Cartridges Would Work for Cars and More
Compact Portable Power Stations
Volcan Creative's Futuristic Power Station is Trustworthy
Miniature Pod-Like Electric Chargers
The AUTEV is a Portable Robot that Charges Vehicles
WiFi-Charged Speaker Concepts
The Braun 'FaithFull' Speaker by Edoardo Gouffran is Easy to Charge
Smartwatch-Friendly Chargers
The Nomad 65W Power Adapter Apple Watch Edition is Three-in-One
Space-Saving Smartphone Charger Hubs
The Journey NOVA Charging Station is Qi2-Certified
All-in-One Desktop Tech Sets
The JSD Wireless Charging System Maximizes Productivity
Quick-Charge Electric CUVs
The Hyundai INSTER Charges to 80% in 30-Minutes
Artistic Lamppost EV Chargers
The Voltpost Provides Easy Access to EV Charging
Italian Sports Car-Branded Chargers
This Conceptual Ferrari EV Charger Pays Tribute to the Brand
Garden-Inspired Smartphone Chargers
The Mini Moonlit Desk Garden by Seunghyuk Shin is Meditative
Rolling Technology Chargers
The 'Simple' Freestyle Wireless Charger Handles All Devices
Ultra-Slim MagSafe Power Banks
ADAM elements Designs the GRAVITY C5 MagSafe Power Bank
BYO Bottle Drink Stations
The Refilled Refiller Stations Eliminate Single-Use Packaging
Power Bank Wall Chargers
The Belkin BoostCharge Hybrid Wall Charger Has Dual-Charge Modes
Tech-Charging Valet Trays
The Courant MAG:3 Valet Tray Reduces Clutter in a Stylish Way
Display-Equipped Smart Chargers
The Conceptual Dino Charger by Jerry Kong is Smart and Stylish
Futuristic Auto Micro Factories
Most Architecture Unveils a Modern Factory for Charge Cars
Adaptable Modular Power Banks
The STATIK Snap-N-Charge Universal Power Bank is All-in-One
Professional Off-Grid Power Stations
The Jackery Explorer 300 Plus Prioritizes Safety and More
Inaugural Tech Power Stations
The DJI Power Stations Come in Two Models
Street Lamp Charging Stations
The 'EVIE' Lamppost EV Charger Maximizes Power Access
Device-Charging Sun Hats
The EcoFlow Power Hat Generates Electricity When Worn in the Sun
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Toyota Becomes a Founder Partner of Ionna Charging Stations
Rechargeable Battery Power Stations
The Olight Ostation X Organizes and Recharges Batteries
Marina Hydrogen Refuelling Stations
Zaha Hadid Architects Creates Stations for NatPower
Magnetic Plant-Based Power Banks
The Native Union (Re)Classic Power Bank is Slim and Stylish
Golf Car Charging Stations
WiTricity Offers Wireless Charging Solution for Electric Golf Cars
Magnetic Fast-Charge Smartphone Docks
The Nomad Stand Charger Supports Qi2 Technology
Wearable Solar Power Stations
BLUETTI's Latest Power Solution is a Solar-Powered Backpack
Modular Charging Blocks
The CANDYSIGN 2-in-1 Charging Station Saves Desk and Storage Space
Millennium Gamer Smartphone Chargers
The Elago WS M5 Charging Stand is Game Boy-Inspired
Adaptable Slim Smartphone Chargers
The 2-in-1 Wireless Charger is Designed for the iPhone 15
Solar-Powered Charging Robots
The Conceptual Solar Mars Bot Provides Power to Charge Up Solutions
Oversized Battery Power Banks
The Duracell M150 Portable Power Station Has a 25,000mAh Capacity
Portable Efficient Power Banks
ROMOSS' Quick Charge Pro Device is Great for Traveling
Miniature Wireless Chargers
The Neatcharge by Humanscale is a Wireless Charging Device
Suitcase-Style EV Chargers
The KOENIGSEGG ENVERA Portable EV Charger is Versatile and Luxurious
Easily-Rechargeable Portable Chargers
The Solix 522 from Anker can Use Four Charging Solutions
AI Modeling-Enhanced EV Charging
Blink Charging Co. Partners with Stable Auto to Optimize Service
Sleek Home EV Chargers
Simpson & Partners Unveils a New Industrial Home Series EV Chargers
Naturalistic Stone Device Chargers
The Einova Charging Stone Offers an Elegant Way to Power Up
Multi-Device Charging Stations
ESR Debuts a 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Station for Apple Devices
Grocer EV Charging Stations
Grocer Gelson’s and Rove Charging Team up For "ReCharge Stores"
Wireless Automotive Charging Solutions
'ONE POINTECH' Creates Wireless Chargers for Micro Mobility
High-Voltage Power Banks
The Hsting Charger Has a Five-in-One Form to Power Any Device
Rechargeable In-Car Coffee Makers
Cafe Mobil's Portable Coffee Maker Perfectly Fits a Cupholder
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Electric Car-Charging Solutions
Stellantis Enhances Its Battery-Electric Vehicles
Intelligent Grid-Reactive EV Chargers
This Kevee Smart EV Charging Technology is Advanced
All-in-One Retailer EV Chargers
The FreeWire Boost Power Pro Offers Backup Power and More
Portable High-Capacity Chargers
U&i Unveils a New High-Speed Car Charger and Power Bank
Energy-Hauling Battery Tankers
This Japanese Tanker Can Transport Surplus Renewable Energy
Charged Phone Ads
Apple's 'Miss You' Ad Features a Personified Plug Longing for a Phone to Charge
Three-in-One Wireless Charger Docks
The MagEZ Slider 2 Has an All-in-One Construction
Induction-Charging EV Systems
InductEV Offers Clean, Wireless EV-Charging Infrastructure at Scale
Future-Facing Charging Concepts
These Wireless Charger Concepts Imagine a True Wire-Free Future
Low-Cost Battery Alternatives
MIT Scientists Develop Efficient Energy Storage System
Streamlined Work Desk Peripherals
Plugable Debuts a New Docking Station and a New Charging Station
Design-Conscious Power Stations
Yoshino Solid-State Portable Power Stations Come in Four Models
Wireless Phone-Charging Mounts
Satechi Debuted a New Car Charging Mount for Smartphones
Hyper-Speed Charging Electric Vehicles
The Nyobolt Concept EV Powers Up in Just Six-Minutes
See-Through Refueling Stations
HRS BY STARCK Maintains a Clean Aesthetic to Mirror Hydrogen
Experiential EV Charging Stations
The Porsche Charging Lounge Offers Drivers a High-End Pitstop
Illuminated Charger Design Concepts
Jones & Partners Presents a Look at the New Current Concept
Digital City-Inspired Art Works
New Digital Art is on Display in Grand Central Station
Portable Autonomous Mini Marts
JUXTA's Nomad Offers Autonomous Mini Mart for EV Charging Stations
Multifunctional Charging Cable Banks
Matt Chang Designs the New Portable IVYCable Gen2
Aesthetic Functional Power Stations
The 'The Force' Power Station Comes in Three Capacities
Space-Saving Technology Chargers
The Nomad 65W Slim Power Adapter Charges Two Devices at Once
Fridge-Powering Power Stations
The FOSSiBOT F3600 Power Station Has 15 Ports for Access
Unwinding Multifunctional Charging Stations
EFFEKT Designs the Better Energy Charge Park
Liquid-Cooled EV Charging Stations
These Lotus EV Charging Solutions Will Arrive in 2024
App-Connected EV Charging Stations
The ShockFlo S1 EV Charger Offers 36-Miles of Range Per Hour
Cooling Systems-Integrated Chargers
AUKEY Solutions Overheating with the Magfusion Series
Automatic EV Charging Systems
WiTricity's Automotive Charging System Outperforms Wired Chargers
Building-Specific Charging Cooperatives
Elby Introduces a Solution for Charging Electric Cars
App-Based Charging Payments
The Lidl Plus Rewards App Will Act as a Payment Platform for Charging
Robust Triple-Device Chargers
The Satechi Qi2 Trio Wireless Charging Pad is Stylish and Speedy
Trolley-Style Power Stations
The UGREEN PowerRoam 2200 Has a 2,048Wh Capacity
Portable Appliance-Powering Stations
The OUKITEL P5000 Has a 5,120Wh Capacity and More
Laser-Cut Acrylic Charging Stands
The Electric Trout Charging Docks Have a Sleek Visual
Backpack Car Fridges
The Litheli FrozenPack Relies on Car Power and Detachable Batteries
E-Bike Charging Partnerships
BikeFlex Partnered with Solarcycle on Renewable Bike Charging
Wall-Mounted Electric Charging Systems
Enlisted Designs the Cove System for EverCahrge
Convenience Store Charging Stations
ReCharge by Gelson’s Offers Premium Fare and EV Charging
Clean City EV Chargers
Jon Henry General Store Implemented Charging Stations in a Historic US Town
Wireless Charging Auto Mounts
ROKFORM Has Introduced Its Wireless Charging Vent Mount
Smartwatch-Friendly Power Banks
The Belkin BoostCharge Pro Works with the Apple Watch and More
Off-Grid EV-Rated Power Stations
The Ugreen PowerRoam 1200 Works with a Battery Management System
Expansive Battery Technology Ranges
The Latest EcoFlow Power Solutions Include Four Options
Compactly Convertible Wireless Chargers
This Charging Pad Works In Both Horizontal & Upright Modes
Retailer EV Station Adapters
The ChargePoint Omni Port Makes it Easier for Drivers to Power Up
Vehicle-to-Grid Technology Partnerships
Toyota and Pepco Join Forces on a New Project
High-Speed Vehicle Charging Networks
Volkswagen Has Launched an Ev Charging Network in Taiwan
Wireless Lamp Renditions
The Tom Dixon Portable Collection Features Cordless Designs
Portable Power Station Rentals
The Portable Power Station Hire is Affordable
On-Demand EV Charging Stations
UZE is Emphasizing Convenience with Its New EV-Charging Service
Sculptural Smartphone Wireless Chargers
The OVAL Charging Station is Shaped like a UFO
Accessible EV Charging Ports
Volkswagen Financial Services Fleet Emphasizes Accessibility
Monumental Charging Hubs
Tesla's New Supercharger Station is the World's Largest
Landscaping-Focused Charging Systems
Kress Commercial Debuts an Efficient Charging System
Electric Vehicle Charging Facilities
LG Opens an EV Charger Manufacturing Facility in the US
Excess Solar Energy Transitions
Tesla Launches the New Charge on Solar Electric Feature
Dedicated Electric Vehicle Stations
ChargeStop Works in the Growing EV Market in Canada
Wireless Charging Solutions
Freepower Turns Any Surface into a Charging Station
QSR Charging Stations
ChargeNet Created Charging Stations for Taco Bell
U-Shaped Power Strip Concepts
Michael Kritzer Designs the New Magnet-Like Power Strip Concept
Low-Profile Home EV Chargers
The EcoFlow PowerPulse Maintains a Clutter-Free Design
Rapid Phone Charging Solutions
Swappery's External Smartphone Battery Can Charge in Seconds
Mapping Car Battery Support
Google Maps Rolls Out Battery and Charging Support for Electric Cars
Hyper-Fast Charging Stations
New York City's Latest EV Charging Supercenter is Powered by Gravity
Space-Saving EV Chargers
The LEKTRI.CO TRI Charger Delivers Up to 22kW of Charging Power
Durable Home Battery Systems
The Tesla Powerwall 3 Shows Off Water Resistance
Smart Bike Docking Stations
Urban Racks Improves the Cycling Experience in British Columbia
50s-Style Diner-Themed Drive-Ins
Tesla is Beginning its Diner and Drive-In Movie Supercharger
Grocery EV Stations
FLO and Metro Deploy Fast Charging Stations at Over 130 Grocery Locations
Free-of-Charge EV Charging Promotions
RAW Charging Has Launched a New Charging Hub in Leicester
Solar Generator-Integrated Backpacks
The Handsfree 2 Backpack by BLUETTI has a Power Station
Aggregated EV Charging Apps
Stellantis Turns its EV Charging Technology into a Unified Business
Stackable Cordless Chargers
Michael Walker Designs the AL Charger with No Cords Needed
Convenient Charging-Focused EV Apps
Fisker Debuts a New Charger Finder App for Its Sustainable EVs
EV Fast-Charging Stations
Mercedes-Benz Launches a Slew of High-Power Charging Networks
EV Charger Installations
Freewire’s AI Tool Provides Insight About Where Install New EV Chargers
Swedish Electric Road Highways
Trafikverket is Leading a Project to Charge EVs Whilst Driving
Voltage-Monitoring Charging Hubs
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station Has GaNPrime Technology
App-Enabled Off-Grid Power Stations
The GROWATT Infinity 1200 Has 12 Outlets for Power Accesss
Charger-Locating EV Apps
Citroën Launches the e-ROUTES Planning App for Electric Vehicle Owners