The Hand Crank Charger is a Radio, Emergency Distress Signal and Charger in One
Akihiko Tse — October 16, 2013 — Tech
The Eton FRX3 Hand Crank Charger is a life-saver.
Able to broadcast AM/FM radio stations and all seven NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weather band stations, the hand crank in the middle of the red defibrillator-looking charger also acts as a phone charger that be administered by rotating a hand turbine on the radio.
Equipped with an 'Alert' function that, when turned on, automatically broadcasts emergency weather alerts for the area, such as warnings of hurricanes, tornadoes and severe storms, the $60 radio is powered by AAA batteries and comes with DC power alternatives. By setting the solar panel in the sun or by spinning the hand turbine for one minute, the hand crank charger can supply up to 10 to 15 minutes of radio and flashlight use. It also comes with a LED flashlight and red flashing beacon for emergencies.
For more leisurely uses, the radio has a AUX-input to play your own music and a headphone jack for individual listening.
Able to broadcast AM/FM radio stations and all seven NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weather band stations, the hand crank in the middle of the red defibrillator-looking charger also acts as a phone charger that be administered by rotating a hand turbine on the radio.
Equipped with an 'Alert' function that, when turned on, automatically broadcasts emergency weather alerts for the area, such as warnings of hurricanes, tornadoes and severe storms, the $60 radio is powered by AAA batteries and comes with DC power alternatives. By setting the solar panel in the sun or by spinning the hand turbine for one minute, the hand crank charger can supply up to 10 to 15 minutes of radio and flashlight use. It also comes with a LED flashlight and red flashing beacon for emergencies.
For more leisurely uses, the radio has a AUX-input to play your own music and a headphone jack for individual listening.
Trend Themes
1. Emergency Preparedness - The hand crank charger provides essential communication and charging capabilities during emergencies, highlighting the trend of being prepared for unexpected situations.
2. Renewable Energy - The integration of solar and hand-cranked power sources in the radio demonstrates the trend towards renewable and sustainable energy solutions.
3. Multifunctional Devices - The combination of a radio, charger, flashlight, and distress signal in one device reflects the trend of creating versatile and compact tools for convenience and efficiency.
Industry Implications
1. Emergency Management - The hand crank charger has disruptive innovation opportunities in the emergency management industry, where integrated communication and charging devices are crucial for response and recovery efforts.
2. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can explore opportunities to incorporate hand-cranked and solar-powered technologies into various applications, such as portable devices and emergency preparedness kits.
3. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can leverage the trend of multifunctional devices to create innovative products that combine essential features like communication, energy generation, and illumination for everyday use and emergency situations.
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