A startup based in Thrissur has developed a mobile charger that comes with an integrated gadget holder, aiming to address the common inconvenience of safely placing a phone while it charges. The product is branded Keratin and is set to be launched on June 24.
E-Quark Molecule Innovations Pvt Ltd, the company behind the device, said the charger includes a built-in slot to hold smartphones and similar gadgets while charging. The model being launched supports 25W fast charging and includes a braided cable. It is priced at ₹1,099.
The charger also features a smart chip for automatic voltage and current adaptation. According to the company, the device includes an eight-layer protection system for user safety.
Measuring 5.5 cm on each side, the charger is designed to be compact and portable. The company founder Jerin Jose stated that he plans to introduce additional variants in the 15W to 45W range in the coming months.
Following its domestic launch, E-Quark intends to expand to GCC and European markets by November. The startup has received a product development grant of ₹7 lakh from Kerala Startup Mission.
The company also said it will contribute ₹5 from the sale of each unit to social welfare activities, including child education and healthcare initiatives in underdeveloped areas.
