When I first heard about the XTAR VP1 charger for lithium batteries, I just had to experience it. XTAR entered the charger market a couple of years ago and their methods of using the correct charging algorithms quickly caught the attention of battery snobs. In charging lingo, it’s all about…
This article discusses the Antennas Direct DB4E HDTV antenna. It is advertised as an extended range unit. Its advertised range is 75+ miles for UHF. ME AND MY LOCATION My location is far from being “fringe”. I don’t have an abundance of local channels, nor am I between different major…
LED flashlights have grown considerably in popularity. The technology, like anything utilizing the results of research and development, continues to improve. But flashlights have become much like any other electronic item, in terms of quality, you DO get what you pay for! No doubt, most of us are on a…
The Nitecore P16 Flashlight is an extremely versatile tool! NOTABLE FEATURES Rated at 960 lumens, and an intensely powerful throw (up to 289 meters), the P16 can cut through the darkness with greater precision than other lights in its class. The LED The XM-L2 LED which sits at the base…
In addition to flashlights, there are thousands of uses for batteries. But if you’re trying to save money, and go green at the same time, you might consider switching to rechargeable batteries. There are many advantages to using rechargeable cells in today’s high-tech gadgets. Even if you are considering the…
Before I begin this post on the best rechargeable AA batteries, let me be specific on what I’m referring to first. When you talk about “rechargeable AA”, what you’re actually referring to, is an NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery. So, just so it’s understood, these are not alkaline batteries, they’re…
he SRT 5 from Nitecore is part of the “SmartRing Tactical” family of LED flashlights. Nitecore claims the SRT line are the first to have 3rd generation SSR (smart selector ring) technology! This ring is well designed and extremely smooth, traveling from the ultra-low output, to the highest setting. At…
Are you among the many who have found lithium ion batteries to be both a powerful and economical choice for a variety of products? But how knowledgeable are you when it comes to lithium-ion battery care? This is important because if you’re a new user, there are several do’s and…
As far as LED flashlights go, most users will tell you that a light which primarily runs on a 18650 battery is usually the preferred choice. Therefore, I predict this discussion on 18650 Lithium-ion batteries to be quite informative. Where Did The Name Come From? All lithium-ion batteries get their…
Camping can mean different things to many different people. The basic idea of camping out is to leave the comforts of home, and set up ‘camp’ somewhere else. How this is perceived by some is as varied as your imagination might be. This brings us to a few alternative methods…
