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Looks Cool: Zhiwhis ZWS-777

This just popped up on Amazon (no commission on this link): I’m probably not ordering one because I’d never use it — too many other radios in the box already. I’m trying to focus on more serious models for the … Continue reading →

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Incoming Radio: Sansui F50

Just hours after saying I wasn’t going to buy another radio, I bought another radio. I almost hesitate calling this a radio because most of the real estate is devoted to playing media. I frankly don’t understand how someone can … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Portable Shortwave Radios for 2025

Most “top ten” lists online are garbage. I found a top ten shortwave radio list, two of which didn’t even receive shortwave! I’m taking the question seriously, and there are no affiliate links in what follows. When considering candidates for … Continue reading →

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Incoming battery: Nuynix PS21K – FRAUD ALERT!

More or less random pick from Amazon, $18.99 before coupon. It can charge from USB or solar (slow) and output up to 3A at 5V. It’s rated at 38,800 mAh. FRAUD ALERT This isn’t what it claims to be. I … Continue reading →

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Senator Graham wants crazy people to buy their guns privately

I just listened to a telephonic town hall meeting with South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, who voted to block a universal background check bill in the Senate. Graham told a story of a woman who was determined to be mentally … Continue reading →

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Auto Cool [not]

What a cool idea! What a lousy product! The Auto Cool is a solar-powered fan that’s supposed to keep your car cooler inside when parked in the sunshine. It mounts atop the side window. Here’s what’s wrong with this cool … Continue reading →

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