Toshiba Just Months Away From First Fuel Cell Device

We don’t know exactly what device Toshiba will launch – it may be a fuel cell-powered phone shown off at CEATAC last week, or it could be the promised PMP. More likely the phone.

From TechOn:

The prototype exhibited this time is based on an au-branded handset, the W55T, and it used a direct methanol fuel cell. The methanol fuel is charged with a dedicated cartridge. The cartridge can store 50ml of 99.5% methanol, which is enough to charge the mobile phone about 10 times.

I know, it’s a bit disappointing that we're still waiting. We’ve been hearing for years now that this button-battery sized fuel cell technology is on its way. But fuel cell-powered devices really are just right around the corner. The Medis 24/7 power pack is already out and Mobion is rapidly advancing their fuel cell technology. Having more efficient, clean ways to power our gadgets is a dream currently coming true.

So, patience, patience. Toshiba toys with alternative power sources are on their way.

Via TechOn

More on Fuel Cell Devices:
Toshiba Fuel-Cell PMP to Launch in 2008
Third Gen Mobion Chip is 25% More Efficient, That Much Closer to Fuel Cell Powered Gadgets

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