CCrane offers a brand new pocket radio just in time for the holidays.

C. Crane, famous for their radios (and their LED light technology) is introducing a new pocket radio. The CC Pocket Radio is easy to use and has very decent sound for its size. It has five easy to use memory buttons per band and it stands upright for best audio through the speaker. The sides are rubber coated to provide grip and help protect the radio if dropped. There is an FM antenna built-in so you do not have to connect a wire or headphones to achieve good reception. A feature that’s unique is that the CC Pocket radio can block a strong signal that overrides a favorite weaker station. They use a new digital technology to achieve that unique property. You can expect about 75 hours of play on (2) AA batteries (not included) when using earbuds, which ARE included! Playtime is about 25 hours using the built-in speaker. A pair of Voz Premium wooden earbuds are being included for a limited time. I wondered why you had to select "speaker" or "earphones" when I plugged in the headset. Usually just plugging in a headset cuts off the speaker. So I called CCrane because they don't do anything with a good reason. I found out why that is, and it's clever. If you're in a hard to get reception area you can use the earphones as an antenna. So when you plug them in, you tell the CC Pocket Radio if you want them to act as antenna by selecting "speaker". Other features includes backlight, sleep timer, clock with alarm, removable belt clip, battery and signal meter. It can work with rechargeable batteries. Size 2.5" W x 4.25" H x 1" D, Weight: 4 Oz. $59.99. It will available starting 12/15/12. At first it will only be on the company website:

http://www.ccrane.com/radios/pocket-radios/cc-pocket-radio.aspx#.UMdxm6z-Z8E

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