LuminAID Hero 2-in-1 Supercharger

Building off of its acclaimed PackLite Max inflatable solar lantern, the LuminAID Hero two-in-one lantern and phone charger provides reliable light and power in any situation. This Massdrop-exclusive version has been outfitted with an automated charging system that starts charging your device the moment it’s plugged in—rather than having to press a button to begin charging. It features the same durable, water-resistant TPU construction, which inflates to better diffuse light and flattens down when not in use to be clipped to your backpack or tucked into a first-aid kit. It can be charged via the solar panel or the integrated micro-USB input. Once charged, it'll last 3 to 5 hours in Turbo mode and can run for nearly 100 hours in the low setting.  Finally, the lantern comes with a four-level LED battery indicator, so you’ll always know what’s left in the tank and when you need to charge it up.

Founders Andrea Sreshta and Anna Stork met at Columbia University while pursuing their Master of Architecture degrees. When tasked to design a product that would support disaster relief, the designers considered basic human needs beyond food, water, and shelter. They turned their attention to light, a critical resource in the dangerous nighttime conditions of Haiti’s tent cities. The LuminAID has been used in relief efforts following Hurricane Sandy, Typhoon Haiyan, and the earthquakes in Nepal. It’s also been adopted by outdoor enthusiasts, and was even featured on Shark Tank.