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A review of the LifeGear LifeLight LED Lanternhas been posted over at The Gadgeteer. 'The front of the LifeLight has a slide up transparent plastic cover, that protects the radio On/Off switch, AM/FM selector and frequency tuning knob. Above the panel of buttons is a momentary push switch that toggles between three light modes. Press it once and only 3 of the 9 LEDs light up. Press it again and all 9 light up. Press it one more time and the White LEDs will blink along with Red LEDs below them.

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Press Release

April 30, 2008 –GlacialLight, a bright new brand from GlacialTech Inc., will showcase the latest innovations in LED Torch technology. This sleek new range of devices is geared for DIY maintenance, camping, or emergency situations where a bright light can mean the difference between success and failure. In addition, the GlacialLight brand is committed to ensuring a greener future for all with rechargeable power sources, and low power consumption devices which are aligned towards durability and convenience:

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A review of Life+Gear’s hand-cranked PSD NOAA flashlight has been posted over at SlashGear.com. 'It’s a fact of life that, when you go to investigate what could possibly be a gremlin under your car hood, you tend to discover that the AAs in your flashlight have succumbed already, so the Life+Gear PSD NOAA is off to a good start: the bulb might only be a 0.5 Watt LED, but the fact that it’s powered via the simple hand crank is a lifesaver for anyone, like me, that tends to forget about batteries until they’re actually needed. The PSD will also run on standard AA batteries or a DC power supply, too, but it’s bright enough under your own wrist power; one minute of cranking is enough for around 30 minutes of torchlight.'

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Press Release

A new integrated compact device for radio, lighting and charging on the go

SALT LAKE CITY, Ut. - Freeplay Energy™, the leading brand of dependable, portable, self-sustaining products, today, at the Winter Outdoor Retailer show, announced the launch of its new integrated compact device called the Freeplay Companion in the United States and Canada. Freeplay Energy's clean patented technology harnesses solar, rechargeable, and human-powered energy and converts it into electricity to power unique portable, consumer products replacing conventional battery powered systems that are environmentally toxic and expensive.

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Geeks.com has the Hand Press LED Torch FlashLight (Yellow) on offer for $5.99 plus shipping.
Features/Specifications:
• Yellow design
• Bright LED light
• On/Off switch
• No batteries needed
• Just press the handle
• Lanyard wrist strap
• Visible up to 3.5 meters (11.48 ft.)

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C.Crane has the Mini Dynamo Wind-Up LED Flashlight on offer for $9.95 (shipping added at checkout). 'The Mini Dynamo LED Flashlight is an inexpensive classic in a package that's about the size of a luxury hotel bar of soap. The Mini Dynamo has three bright LEDs that shine for up to 30 minutes with five minutes of winding. Enjoy the benefits of wind-up technology at a price so low you could just as well buy a dozen (a heck of a lot healthier than a dozen donuts!). Weight: 2.6 oz. Size: 1.7" W x 3" L x 0.8" D.'

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Darren Yates, writing over at Techlogg.com, details his modifications of a hand-crank torch to produce enough juice to power up an iPod Shuffle. 'First off, take the torch and remove the four Philips head screws from the back. Keep them safe and take off the top cover. Underneath, you’ll see the back of the motor at back and a circuit board with two wires connected to the motor. Desolder these wires and remove the three Philips head screws holding the circuit board in place. DON’T LOSE THESE SCREWS – you’ll need them later. Pull up the circuit board with the LEDs and the front bezel. Put the circuit board aside – you won’t need it any more but keep the bezel – we’ll use it in a moment.'

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A review of the Handle Shaking Flashlight XC-253 has been posted over at the Gear Diary. 'While I don’t doubt that any Boy Scout can start a fire with two sticks, for guys like me, I need a little technology to give me a head start. Courtesy of Vavolo, here’s a very cool looking Handle Shaking Flashlight XC-253. Inside this easy to grip package is a flashlight that uses environmentally friendly hand cranking to generate the power needed not only for illumination, but an audio alarm complete with flashing red light to alert others and a FM radio.'

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There is a useful combo of a Freeplay EyeMax AM/FM LED Radio and Trinity LED flashlight available at C.Crane for the reduced price of $69.95. 'Every home should have at least one good emergency wind-up radio on hand, and the new Freeplay EyeMax AM/FM LED Radio is the best wind-up radio of its size. Crank it for 30 seconds and get up to 35 minutes of radio and/or light from the built-in LED flashlight. Features include a high performance solar panel and a stereo headphone socket. The EyeMax will run for up to 25 hours when fully charged and comes with an AC/DC adapter.'

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Alan Parekh writing over at Hacked Gadgets outlines his modification of the Pull-to-Charge LED Forever Flashlight into a USB charging flashlight capable of powering a cell phone or iPod. ‘After reviewing the Forever Flashlight for The Gadget Panel I couldn’t help but take its capabilities to the next level. I wanted a portable USB charger that could recharge things like my iPod Shuffle. I know there are lots of battery powered options, but I wanted something that didn’t need battery replacement. USB power is 5 Volts and that is exactly what this flashlight puts out on the auxiliary power plug so there is no voltage level conversion required. I also like the fact that this flashlight has Ni-MH batteries inside, not just some big capacitors like some other units.’

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If for some reason you are not particularly enthused with the idea of shaking or cranking a flashlight to produce illumination but would however desire a light which does not require the use of batteries, the Ultra Power Zipping LED Forever flashlight which requires a couple tugs for operation may be the gadget for you.. 'Two quick pulls on the line at the bottom of the unit, and you have light for minutes on end. This isn't like the clumsy shake lights or others where you have to sit there and wind the unit again and again. Pull twice and you have a powerful flashlight for minutes and minutes. Unlike the crank lights, the zipping action of the Ultra Power Zipping LED Forever Flashlight causes the coils to continue to rotate and generate power after you are finished doing the work. The Ultra Power Zipping LED Forever Flashlight is available from Gadget Universe for $29.95.

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A review of the Eurohike Wind-up phone charger which includes an LED flashlight has been posted over at Tech Digest. 'The built-in torch is actually surprisingly handy – it charges very quickly, retains its charge for a fair few minutes and, more importantly, is reassuringly bright. You even have a choice of brightness settings - using 2, 4 or 5 LEDs. The unit itself is roughly comparable in size to a pack of cards, although it is a little narrower and fatter. The outer edge feels slightly rubberised which helps you to maintain a grip while you wind.'

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The cute-looking Millets Wind-up Torch and Phone Charger is a serious candidate for inclusion among those must-have gadgets in your hand-bag when on the road. Not only does the device provide LED lighting but more importantly, the charger would be a very useful feature for mobile phone users whose battery charges seem unable to hold-out to prolonged mobile usage. 'Simply wind the key and it generates its own electricity. The torch gives the option of two, four or five LEDs and the phone charger has adaptors for most Nokia, Motorola, Sony and Samsung handsets. It comes with a lanyard so you won’t lose it in the undergrowth.'

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The Pull-Cord Dynamo Flashlight is one of the flashlights for which you can utilize your energy to assist with the generation of light. ‘This compact Pull-Cord Dynamo Flashlight generates power as you spin the handle. One minute of cranking gives up to 10 minutes of light; 5 minutes gives up to 30 minutes; 15 minutes gives over 3 hours of light. 3 bright LEDs that may never burn out provide a strong, easy-on-the-eyes beam. Built-in rechargeable battery lasts for the equivalent of 500 full charges. Only 3" long, it fits almost anywhere and goes wherever you go.’

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Flashlght News.org reports on the new "Emerge 'N See Light" Crank-Charge Led Flashlight. 'NTE Electronics, Inc. has added a unique new super bright, crank-charge flashlight to its expanding line of lighting products. The "Emerge 'N See Light" is a flashlight that generates light anywhere, anytime with a simple twist of the wrist and crank of the built-in handle. No batteries are required. The flashlight uses three ultra-bright LEDs that provide a wide strong beam of white light and never need replacing! With a simple push of a button, the flashlight has 2 settings to produce the amount of light you need. The Emerge 'N See Light is ideal for emergency, home, auto, camping, fishing, and its small size allows for easy storage in a drawer, glove compartment, emergency kit or tool box.'

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There will always be a need for a light source around the home which would be much more powerful than your average flashlight or torch. Indeed, should your finances allow, you would be better served by a collection of flashlights each serving a particular purpose ranging from one for normal everyday use to those which assist with map reading , angling and stargazing. Of course a nice handheld Dynamo Spotlight would be useful as an emergency light but also as a portable light for the many instances when enhanced illumination would be needed in those areas around the home which for one reason or another may be un-lit.

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C. Crane has on special what must be one of the premium options as far as flashlight and radio combinations are concerned. 'If you don't have an emergency radio, or you want to upgrade from a basic model, then check out the best wind-up radio in America — the Freeplay Plus. It's our most popular, self-powered AM/FM Shortwave radio, and it's available exclusively through C. Crane Company. During a power failure, it's essential to have at least one self-powered crank radio, and when that radio also has a built-in emergency light, plus superior AM and Shortwave reception, there's just no better choice.

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Think Geek has added the Forever Flashlight Dynamo to their flashlight products offered for sale. The Forever Flashlight Dynamo has a simple crank handle that can be turned for about one minute to produce up to 45 minutes of light. The light is housed in a waterproof case and produces a beam from three led bulbs. The Forever Flashlight Dynamo is one of those devices you would be glad you had in an emergency and it looks pretty cute making a worthy alternative for everyday use.

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The new Magic Torch Two multipurpose utility flashlight from Nedful Products Co., features five leds, a digital clock and a stopwatch with led back-lighting. The Magic Torch 2 requires no batteries and derives power from internal nickel metal hydride cells which are recharged by turning the integrated generator handle for at least one minute which is supposed to power the device for thirty minutes. This flashlight is especially geared to bicyclists since you can connect the included cycle clamp and 3 x LED rear lamp to your cycle to provide light when required.

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The "dynamite duo" of the Freeplay Sherpa Wind-up Torch and a special edition of the Freeplay EyeMax AM/FM LED Radio with the addition of the NOAA Weather Band, provides the user with the option of being able to operate both devices without the use of batteires. 'The Freeplay EyeMax Radio runs for 35 minutes after just 30 seconds of winding, or for 25 HOURS when fully charged. It can also be charged with the built in solar panel and even has a built-in LED flashlight. The super-bright Sherpa flashlight has a dual intensity Xenon bulb, with high beam and normal beam lighting modes. In normal mode, the beam shines for up to 20 hours when fully charged. Both units use NiMH battery power packs and can be charged conventionally using the included AC adapter.' This combo is available from C.Crane for $99.95.

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The Handy Dynamo Led 5 LED flashlight from Ningbo Saick Industry Co. is powered by built-in 4 1.2V,500mAh Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. The flashlight can either be recharged by manual cranking or by plugging into a mains outlet via a 12V AC/DC adapter (which is not included). Should you have to initiate a manual recharge there are three possible settings for you to follow. 1.Winding 1min, lighting for 15mins (5 LEDs) / 30min (3 LEDs): 2.Winding 3min, lighting for 25Min (5 LEDs) / 60min (3 LEDs): 3.Winding 5min, lighting for 35Min (5 LEDs) / 80min (3 LEDs).

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The 5-Led Wind Up Dynamo Flashlight with mobile charger from the Zhejiang Sorbo Electronic company is one of those gadgets that can be recharged anywhere and anytime without using any power source other than your energy of course. The device boasts a mobile phone charger, 5 leds, an alarm, warning light, money detector and a built-in battery which is powered by the wind-up generator. The mobile phone charging capacity of these devices is very limited as you would be lucky to realize more than five minutes of talk time from a few minutes of cranking.

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The Dynamo Flashlight is one combo with a difference incorporating as it does, a dynamo, flashlight, caution light, AM/FM radio and mobile phone charger. This gadget is yet another of those combination gizmos created to satisfy the need for light and communication in emergency situations. The flashlight is illuminated by one led bulb. While the radio is a essential item, the facility to recharge your cell phone battery is for me the major plus for this device, since cell phones have come to serve a vital role in emergencies such as hurricanes where the power lines may be down for an inordinate period of time.

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The wind-up versions of gadgets may well come to rival the the battery and 'mains' powered rivals as folks become more aware of the increasing shortage of land fill space for garbage disposal. I was not initially won over to the to shake or hand cranked flashlight but the sexy design of the Freeplay Sherpa device really catches the attention. 'Designed to be a serious tool, the wind-up system offers maximum dependability for those times when you can't afford to be left in the dark by dead batteries. A quick wind (about 30 seconds) gives approximately 8 minutes of light on normal beam and you can rewind at any time for as much shine-time as you want. An LED charge level indicator tells you the optimal winding speed. The recharge system gives 30 minutes of ultra bright light, and 5 hours of regular light, using a high-efficiency, xenon-filled, dual-filament bulb. Internal mechanical components are specified to industrial standards for repeated use and long life.'

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Are you a frequent user of Flashlights? If the answer is yes then you would be able to appreciate the push by some innovators to produce a product that operates without the need of a constant supply of battery power. Judie Hughes of the Gadgeteer reviews one such flashlight which should more than attract your attention. 'The RotoGlo flashlight measures 5.25" long x 2' wide x 1.75" thick. Its body is composed of matte silver plastic with black accents. The light's overall appearance appealing, and it is designed to comfortably fit in either the user's right or left hand. There are hard black rubbery scallops, for lack of a better description, on either side of the light which aid in keeping a secure grip.'

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