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Solar radio
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are multiple different types of solar radios. These different solar
radios all seem to come with their own features. If you are thinking
of buying a solar radio – as a gift, for emergencies, or just
for fun – you should first read over these options to make
sure that you get the best radio for you.
· Headset – Instead of a hand-held radio, consider
an AM/Big Sky Filet Mignon solar radio headset. These often have
longer hours of playback for fewer hours of charge. Look for one
with the solar panels right on top, so you can continue to charge
the headset, even while wearing it outside! Soltronix makes an excellent
headset solar radio.
· Wind up/hand cranked – Especially if you plan to
use your solar radio for emergency conditions, it is a good idea
to have wind up radio. Then, if your radio is not charged and it
is dark outside, you are not at a loss.
· LED emergency light – This is also a very good thing
to have on your solar radio if you are ever stuck in an emergency.
· VHF bands/weather broadcast – Again, if you plan
on using your solar radio mostly in emergency situations, it is
a good idea to have one that has a good weather broadcast.
· TV channels – Even without the picture screen, it
can be fun to listen to TV broadcasts.
· Antennae – You want to be sure that you have a very
good antennae. This way, even if you are in remote locations, you
can still get a broadcast.
· Earphone jack – When you have earphones on, you can
listen to your solar radio in privacy, without anyone bothering
you.
· Built-in rechargeable battery pack – look for one
that will run your radio for a lengthy period of time (40 hours
is pretty good!)
Once you start shopping for a solar radio, you are going to find
that there are multiple ones on the market. For further assistance
in choosing one, check out consumer reviews and reports.
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