GADGETS FEATURED IN THIS SEGMENT:
Duracell DPP-600HD Powerpack 600 Jump Starter & Emergency Power Source with Radio
Price: $130 (listed at $190, but Amazon is $130)
- The sealed, non-spillable 28 amp-hour AGM battery can be recharged from any household AC outlet or DC cigarette-lighter outlet
- Multiple outlets to plug into
- Can jump start most 8-cylinder engines with included jumper cables
- Built-in AM/FM clock-radio for news and emergency broadcasts
- Built-in emergency light
- 3-digit barragraph LED indicator monitors the charge level
- Audible alarm signals during overheating and under-voltage situations
Price: $25
- UL classified with 1/2-hour proven fire protection at up to 1550ºF
- Lifetime after-fire replacement guarantee and a manufacturer's limited warranty
- 10.2 x 12.2 x 6.1 inches ; 12.4 pounds; 0.15 cubic feet
- Key lock
Price: $22
- Maneuvering through a dark house will be easy with windup LED flashlights and compact lights showing the way.
- 500 hour LED area light
- Area light, LED nightlight and detachable LED pocket light
- Packed with 3 Energizer MAX D batteries
Price: $19.95
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- Produces heat with no flame: the platinum-catalyzed glass fiber burner offers quick and sure lighting.
- Constant warmth for up to 24 hours with just 0.4 oz of fuel
- Thin profile
Price: $7.99
>> Buy on Amazon
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- 3,000°C (5,500 F) spark makes fire building easy in any weather, at any altitude
- Works when wet
- Approved by the International Survival Instructors Association
- Bright spark can also be used as emergency signal
Price: $99
- This is the solar charger that proved you could go green in style. At the airport, on vacation, in remote locations, in an emergency situation- Dependable and durable. Just unfold the blades and blaze, with the sun soaking, eco-friendly Classic Hybrid Solar Battery Charger.
- Multi-device charger -works with 3200+ devices.
- Stores Power - Holds a charge up to one year, so it's ready anytime, day or night.
- Hybrid versatility - Charge it from the sun, via USB port or from an optional wall charger.
Price: $39.95
- Turn the hand crank to charge it-no batteries needed! The ultra-bright LED flashlight has both high and low beams. Red LED emergency flashers help attract attention when you need assistance. Panic button activates a piercing 130-decibel sonic alarm.
- Digital FM radio features a back-lit LCD display, built-in speaker and telescoping antenna. Also includes an oil-filled, long-life compass, signaling mirror, low voltage output for charging cell phones and a storage compartment for pills, matches, etc.
List price $40, but can be found on amazon for $30
- Drinking bottle with an integrated water filter
- Meets EPA standards for removal of Giardia and bacteria.
- Additional carbon filter reduces chemicals and makes water taste better.
- Delivers 160 refills per replaceable cartridge
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