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Universal Radio Selling Reconditioned Grundig Classic 960 Radios for $99.98

Tom has apprised us that Universal Radio is selling reconditioned Grundig Classic 960 radios for about $100. Thanks to Ed, I've been apprised that this is not a true vintage but a reproduction.

Verdict on My Sangean Sonido: Wish I Would Have Gotten a Second Sangean PR-D5

I took a first look at my recently acquired Sangean Sonido a few weeks ago and have since then regretted getting it over a second Sangean PR-D5. 

What I like about the Sonido: Excellent fit and finish, speaker sound, and strong FM. But here's the rub: AM is only average and does not compare to the Sangean PR-D5. And worse: The PR-D5 is about $20 less. Yes, the speaker sound on the PR-D5 is less sonorous than the Sonido's but not by much. Dang, I should have gotten a second PR-D5. 

Gizmodo Features a Crash Course in the Basics of HDTV

Beginners to the HDTV market might be well served to look at this lexicon of important HDTV terms featured on Gizmodo. 

Amazon Features Volatile Pricing for the Altec Lansing T612 iPod Cradle for iPhone

I was looking at the well-reviewed Altec Lansing T612 as a possible gift. In a week I've seen its price fluctuate from 109, 89, 109, and today 123 dollars. I almost bought it at $89 and then saw it jump to $109 overnight. It went up again today. 

Human nature forbids me to buy anything at a price higher than the lowest price I know about, so I scratched the T612 and bought a new JBL On Stage II on eBay for $67. I'll review it soon. 

Mint Vintage Marantz CRS-4000 Boombox Bidding on eBay

When I was a kid, Marantz was a huge name in stereo. Made in Japan with paper work and box and described as hardly being used, this Marantz Boombox is currently bidding for $15. Shipping is $25. 

Budget Boombox for iPod: Philips DC1010 for $45 Plus Free Shipping on eBay

I haven't read any reviews yet and the price is suspiciously low. How much radio, CD player, iPod sound can you get for $45? But here it is: The Philips DC1010 for a mere $45. Amazon sells this unit for $130. No reviews on Amazon. 

Price Cut: Sears Selling the DeWalt Workplace Radio for $99.

Thanks, Wals:

Sears is selling the DeWalt version of workplace radio for 99.99.  Has a built-in charger. For that reason alone, my guess it's easily worth the price. 

Rare Radio Sighting on eBay: Sony 7FA-70W with "Motorized Tuning"

Rare and in good condition, this Sony 7FA-70W AM/FM is very intriguing and the bidding is low. Currently $16. 

For MultiTasking Drivers: Laptop Steering Wheel Desk

KR has apprised us of the Laptop Steering Wheel Desk, for those who don't give a crap about driver safety. What's wrong with posting on your blog, writing a novel on your laptop, and making minestrone soup while you're driving? People do it all the time. 

Not convinced that this is the best multitask tool investment ever? Check out the safety photo, an actual customer photo posted on Amazon:

The Tech Guy Suffers Less Cancer Exposure Than the Caveman

Regarding an earlier post about the danger of "cancer waves" from WiFi radios and the like, KE7CYT writes:

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If you're concered about the low power levels emitted by cel phones and Wifi, you should probably move to a cave since sunlight represents a much greater threat. The ionizing effects of UV light are way more damaging than RF. Of course, in the cave you get to deal with radon gas...