- How long do I have to crank it to get a charge?
- Expect several minutes of steady cranking for a short radio session or a small phone top-up. The crank is a backup, not a fast charger, so charge by USB before a trip.
- Can it charge my phone?
- Yes. The 5000 mAh battery has a USB output for phones and small devices. A full battery gives roughly one phone charge, less if the radio and torch have been used.
- Does the solar panel keep it charged on its own?
- Only slowly. In direct sun it trickles power in over a full day; it will not fully recharge the battery quickly. Treat solar as a top-up between USB charges.
- Does it get weather alerts?
- No. It tunes AM and FM only, with no NOAA weather band or automatic alert tone. For storm warnings you need a weather-band radio or a phone alert.
- Is it good for camping and hiking?
- It works for car camping and base camps, where the torch, radio and phone charging earn their space. For backpacking it is heavy; a small crank radio or a power bank is lighter.
- What comes in the box?
- The radio with its 5000 mAh battery, a USB charging cable and a wrist strap. Check the listing for the exact cable type and whether a wall adapter is included.
- Where is the Wind Up Solar Hand Crank Radio with 5000 mAh Battery, SOS Alarm, LED Torch cheapest?
- At Walmart, for $32.99, as of our latest check.