I'm assuming that this isn't a joke but I'm laughing my socks off anyway (http://www.upi.com: Umbrella charges cellphone, boosts signal).
Basically the article suggests that Vodafone are looking to introduce a "booster" aerial for your mobile phone that also has a little "swiss army" in it as it charges, provides a hands free element, and possibly, just possibly, keeps you dry!
The additional frame of the umbrella basically serves as a focal point to capture radio waves, and solar panels are stitched into the canopy. I would be concerned at the additional "charge" available from a lightning bolt though and as for the hands free (strapped to the frame), its a good job as your hands would be full with an umbrella.
Invention at its most eccentric and coming to a festival near you!
Related links:
- http://www.upi.com: Umbrella charges cellphone, boosts signal
- http://blog.vodafone.co.uk: Meet Dr Kenneth Tong: The brains behind the Vodafone Booster Brolly
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