Emergency Radios feature integrated crank power source.
Press Release Summary:
With no batteries needed, FR-Series Radios offer built-in flashlight and cell-phone charger. They provide instant access to local and international news so that live broadcasts can be accessed from anywhere. Available in 5 versions, radios include AM, FM, SW, TV, VHF, and NOAA reception, helping users stay informed and prepared for emergencies. Each can be powered from built-in rechargeable battery, AA batteries, ac adapter, or dynamo hand crank.
Original Press Release:
Global Catastrophes Getting You Down? Crank it up with the Eton FR Series
Eton Unveils Latest Emergency Preparedness Radios
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 3 / -- With no batteries needed, an integrated crank power source, a built-in flashlight, cell-phone charger, and water-resistance (not available with all models) -- the newly enhanced Eton FR Series are more than just a radio. The FR-Series of radios are a necessity for every home, office, and for use when traveling. These essential emergency radios can provide instant access to local and international news so that live broadcasts can be accessed from around the world, directly from the source.
Available in five versions, the FR-Series of self-powered radios help users stay informed and prepared for emergencies. Features included in this series range from AM/FM/SW/TV/VHF and NOAA reception. Each radio can be powered from four sources: a built-in rechargeable battery, AA batteries, an AC adaptor, or the dynamo hand crank alone.
Additional features range from a cell-phone charger to built-in white and red flashing LED light sources. Among the radios to launch in 2006 are the FR350 and FR400, which offer water-resistance for added versatility.
The Eton FR-Series of Radios are available for shipping today and pricing starts at an MSRP of $40.
Visit the Eton Corporation Booth at the 2006 International Consumer Electronics Show, the Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall, second floor, booth number 36212.
About Eton
Eton Corporation is the established leader in consumer electronics audio products, and is defined by its mission of "Re_Inventing Radio." By always combining the latest in technology with sensible design, Eton offers an extensive array of products that speaks to three main categories: Design, Innovation and Necessity. Eton headquartered in Palo Alto, California has offices in Berlin, Germany and Toronto, Canada.
CONTACT: Samantha Nguyen, Director of Marketing of Eton Corporation, +1-650-903-3866, or fax, +1-650-903-3867, or snguyen@etoncorp.com
Web Site: http://www.etoncorp.com/
