Eton's FR1000 is a self-powered hand crank radio that allows you to stay informed even when all regular means of power are exhausted. Not only does this unit allow you to tune into AM, FM and weather band frequencies, but it also has a built in Voicelink for two way communication, ala walkie-talkie.

The FR1000 also features a flashlight, a beacon light that can function as an SOS signal, and a siren. All of which can be powered by a twist of a crank. Awesome.  

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FEATURES

• 22 GMRS (General Mobile Radio System)/FRS (Family Radio System) channels
• 121 privacy codes (38 CTCSS / 83 DCS)
• AM/FM receiver
• VOX (Voice operated transmission)
• NOAA weather radio and NOAA weather alert
• Siren and Flashlight
• Can be powered from four different sources:
  • Rechargeable Ni-MH battery
  • Dynamo crank alone
  • 4 “AA” batteries
  • AC Adapter (included)
• Cell-phone charging jack.

Okay, so you can also run the FR1000 using four AA batteries or use the included AC adaptor in non-emergency situations - but that’s beside the point.
We will try to get our hands on one of these units and give it the full digitalreviews treatment, but should you want to beat us to it, the FR1000 is available for $150US direct from Eton.