GoKawiilEverExceed 5V weatherproof solar panel 4 / 5 Very good pros and cons Pros A solar panel that actually works, even in subdued weather
Lengthy cable allows flexibility in placement
Fully weather-resistant. Cons The wall mount is plastic (albeit tough plastic)
Claims to not work with some cameras. $16.99 at Amazon
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Trust, but verify.
I was asked to help set up an honor box along a popular trail here in the UK. You know the drill — a box that offers cakes, drinks, and snacks to weary hikers, who, in turn, are trusted to pay for the stuff they take, either by putting cash in a box or using an electronic payment method.
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While I think most people are honest and trustworthy, with honorable intentions, there are a few who aren't. So I suggested installing a security camera in this box. I had a bunch of cool battery-powered cameras sitting here doing nothing, so I suggested using them.
The problem is, these would need to be taken down and recharged every few weeks. While there's nothing backbreaking about that task, it is "something else to remember." That got me wondering if I could MacGyver a solution and leverage the power of the sun!
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