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SNEWSNet.com July 14, 2011 News Releases Featuring: Freedom Monthly Traffic: 13,700 URL: http://tinyurl.com/3lmvmyl Blue Hill, ME – July 14, 2011 – Hydro-Photon, Inc. is pleased to announce the latest innovation in handheld water purifiers. The new Freedom is SteriPEN’s smallest, lightest and first rechargeable UV water purifier. Eco-friendly, the SteriPEN Freedom’s integrated battery recharges via a micro USB port. Users can recharge Freedom using their computer, an AC outlet or compatible solar charger, making it ideal for outdoor, business and adventure travel. The versatile Freedom also serves as a convenient LED flashlight. “I’m really pleased with the amazingly compact size of the Freedom,” said Miles Maiden, inventor of SteriPEN. “I think SteriPEN customers will truly be impressed by how small it is. And in a world where USB charging is becoming the standard, I think Freedom customers will appreciate recharging the device via its USB port.” Using instant-on technology with LED indicators, the 5.1 in., 2.6 oz. Freedom is highly portable and easily fits in a briefcase, backpack, handbag, or pocket. This UV water purifier is simple to use—just remove the lamp cover, immerse the quartz-encased UV lamp and stir for safe drinking water anywhere. In just 48 seconds, the germicidal UV light destroys over 99.9% of bacteria, viruses and protozoa such as giardia and cryptosporidium. Go anywhere … and drink safe water. SteriPEN Freedom Product Specifications: Dimensions: 5.1 in. (13 cm) x 1.4 in. (3.5 cm) x 0.8 in. (2.2 cm) Weight: 2.6 oz. (74 g) Usage: Up to 40 treatments/charge Treatment: 16 oz. (0.5 L) in < 1 minute. One liter volumes may be disinfected by treating twice. Battery & UV Lamp Life: 8,000 0.5 L treatments USB cable, AC Adapter and neoprene case included. Available Fall 2011; MSRP $119.95; steripen.com/freedom Preview: Outdoor Retailer, August 4-7, Booth 13015
