SANYO North America Corporation, today launched two new ‘eneloop kairo’ portable rechargeable hand warmers in the US market. Sleek and stylish, the egg-style, one-sided ‘eneloop kairo’ KIR-SE1S is available in white or pink, and the double-sided ‘eneloop kairo’ KIR-SL2S is available in silver and pink. These are sure to be a hit this winter as the cold weather arrives and holiday gift-giving season begins.
Both models will be available through select retailers nationwide and on sanyostore.com beginning late-November 2009, with suggested retail prices starting at $34.99 for the one-sided KIR-SE1S and $44.99 for the two-sided KIR-SL2S hand warmer.
“The SANYO eneloop hand warmers are perfect for indoor or outdoor activities, maintaining a warm, comfortable temperature. Whether used while watching a football game, skiing, hiking, walking outdoors, or just sitting indoors in a cold office environment, the hand warmers are comfortable, convenient, and easy to use,” said Tom Van Voy, General Manager of the Consumer Products Group for SANYO North America. “We’re very excited to bring these popular products to the U.S. and further expand our offerings of eco-friendly eneloop rechargeable products.”
The SANYO eneloop kairo portable hand-warming device is slightly smaller than a deck of cards, which easily fits into a pocket, purse, or backpack. The Single-Sided version features an internal Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, allowing it to be recharged up to 500 times. The unit delivers a comfortable level of heat ranging from 102° F in the low setting to 109° F in the high setting. The unit can be fully recharged in approximately 3 hours and will deliver up to 4 hours of warmth in the low setting and up to 3.5 hours in the high mode. The MSRP is $34.99 and is available in pearl white and pale pink.
The Two-Sided hand warmer doubles as a battery charger and includes 2AA eneloop rechargeable batteries (these can also be used in other devices). The aluminum body produces heat on both sides. The unit delivers a comfortable level of heat ranging from 102° F in the low setting to 115° F in the high setting. The unit charges completely in 4.5 hours and provides 1-3 hours of warmth depending on the setting. The MSRP is $44.99 and is available in silver and hot pink.
KIR-SL2S eneloop kairo (double-sided) Product Features:
- Palm-sized Rechargeable Hand Warmer & Battery Charger
- Includes 2 AA eneloop batteries that can be used in other devices
- Aluminum body heats on both sides
- Mircro-computerized for extra control & safety
- High. Low, and Turbo settings for 102-115 degrees of warmth
- Worldwide voltage (100-240V)
- A/C Power cord included
- Charges completely in 4.5 hours
- Continuous usage times: 1-3 hours on LOW; 1-2.5 hours on HIGH; 1-2 hours on TURBO
- Dimensions: approx. 3.4” x 2” x .75”
- Travel case included
- 1 Year limited warranty
- Available in Silver or Hot Pink
- MSRP $44.99
KIR-SE1S eneloop kairo (one-sided) Product Features:
- Palm-sized Rechargeable Hand Warmer
- Internal lithium-ion rechargeable battery is rechargeable up to 500 times
- Plastic/Aluminum body heats on aluminum side (one-side)
- Mircro-computerized for extra control & safety
- High. Low, and Turbo settings for 102-109 degrees of warmth
- Worldwide voltage (100-240V)
- A/C Power cord included
- Charges completely in 3 hours
- Continuous usage times: 2-4 hours on LOW; 1.5- 3.5 hours on HIGH
- Dimensions: approx. 3.4” x 2.5” x .75”
- Travel case included
- 1 Year limited warranty
- Available in Pearl White or Pale Pink
- MSRP $34.99
For more information about SANYO’s eneloop kairo and other eneloop products, please visit http://us.sanyo.com/eneloop.
Source: Sanyo