Uploaded December 2011 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Honestly this video was created before solar phone chargers existed. You can just buy a much better charger here: amzn.to/2pbcB63

In this video I show you how to build a 5V USB solar powered charger. Let me know if you have any questions!

Item list
5V regulator LM7805: $0.50
9 Volt, 3.3 Watt solar panel: $15.00
AAA battery enclosure: $1.00
Wire: salvaged
Total: $16:00