Number of smartphone users in the Philippines from 2013 to 2020 (in millions)

This statistic shows the number of smartphone users in the Philippines from 2013 to 2020. For 2016,
the number of smartphone users in the Philippines is estimated to reach 27.5 million.

http://www.statista.com/statistics/467186/forecast-of-smartphone-users-in-thephilippines/

Wind Powered Battery Charger

P. MARIAN
battery chargers

In this wind powered battery charger circuit the dc motor is used as a generator. The voltage
output is proportional to its rpm. The LTC1042 monitors the voltage output and provides the
following control function.

1.

if the voltage output is below 13.8V, the control circuit is active and the NiCad battery is
charging through the LM334 current source. The lead-acid battery is not being charged.

2.

if the voltage output is between 13.8V and 15.1V, the 12V lead-acid battery is being
charged at about 1-amp/hour rate (limited by the power FET).

3.

if generator voltage exceeds 15.1V (a condition caused by excessive wind speed or when
the 12V battery is fully charged), the a fixed load is connected, which limits the generator
rpm to prevent damage.

This wind powered charger can be used as a remote source of power where wind energy is
plentiful, such as on sailboats or at remote radio repeater sites. Unlike solar-powered panels, this
system will function in bad weather and at night.

Battery Charger Schematic using wind energy

http://www.electroschematics.com/6054/wind-powered-battery-charger/

Powerbank vs. Chargers

Pros (+) and Cons (-)

Extra Battery:
+ No wires necessary to recharge
+ smaller size to carry around
+ less expensive
- can only be used for your phone
Battery Charger:
+ can power multiple devices
+ more power than a standard size battery
- requires a wire to charge the device
- larger size for carrying
- more expensive

http://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s4/278129-extra-battery-battery-chargervs-powerbank-one-will-you-prefer.html