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The Japan Times reports on a signal ruling in a Japanese court where the U.S.-designed Mini Maglite flashlight was recognized as a three-dimensional trademark. 'It is the first product a court has recognized as a three-dimensional trademark. "The product has gained a good reputation for its unprecedentedly unique design, and it is even housed in a museum in the United States," presiding Judge Toshiaki Iimura said handing down the ruling. The manufacturer, Mag Instrument Inc., "conducted long-term, large-scale marketing campaigns for the flashlight, and it is now possible to differentiate it from those of other companies," Iimura said.'

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The new Mini Maglite 2AA and 3AA flashlights have been upgraded and now come equipped with "MAG-LED™ Technology" which basically translates into the replacement of the incandescent with led bulbs. Other than the standard features of being able to focus the beam by rotating the head and the "candle mode" which facilitates the upright positioning of the flashlights on flat surfaces, there is the "Intelligent Energy Source Management" feature which is supposed to " balance high brightness with extended battery life". The Maglite flashlights have come at the right time with the "led" technology many consumers have been long demanding.

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It would be almost impossible to note anything but positive about Mag Instruments. These flashlights have a reputation among users that is hard to beat even though some equally valuable rivals have entered the market. The Mini Mag-Lite is one piece of equipment you would carry around in your pocket of holster especially if your line of work requires the use of a flashlight. The high-intensity adjustable light beam (Spot to Flood) of the Mini Mag-Lite converts quickly to a freestanding candle mode which can be accomplished in these three simple steps.
1. Unscrew flashlight head.
2. Place head down on stable flat surface
3. Set flashlight barrel into head

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This flashlight in not one of those pocket-versions so you will have to remember not to leave it lying around anywhere away from home. Weighing in at seven pounds this device is not light by any means but with the rechargeable feature you dont have to worry about battery life or costs. 'Mounts in any position with positive clamp-style action. 1-3/4 hours "on-time" per charge. 30,000 peak beam candlepower with high intensity bulb. 12-volt vehicle cord and 110-volt converter included. Charging-indicator light. Rechargeable up to 1000 times.'

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