The CCRadio Solar is a small, digital, portable radio that is as successful as an emergency radio but the form and format function invite you to use it daily. Placed in a sunny window, it's perfect for the morning news. Audio is a surprise; it's accurate, pleasing, and has two modes. A miser mode to conserve battery power in a true emergency and a high-power mode for an even better audio experience. Reception is good for the size. The almost brick-size depth and unique UV-resistant rubber perimeter is concave on the bottom which makes it inherently stable. The flashlight is above average in brightness and color because of the selected high-quality LED. The hand crank, folded and inlaid on in the back, is the only visible clue that it's an emergency radio.

The included lithium-ion battery can be recharged by wind-up, solar panel, USB port, or optional AC power adapter (not included). When the lithium-ion battery is fully charged, the radio will run for more than 50 hours or charge your phone from approximately the 50% level to the 100% level. It can also be powered by (3) “AA” alkaline batteries (not included) for approximately 50 hours in low power mode or 35 hours in high power mode.