Tim’s Cool Stuff

Below are some of my favorite tools, accessories and toys, that I use. I like them because...

CCRadio Plus

CCRadio Plus - I like this radio because it delivers a high quality sound and pulls in the stations, even in my basement office. The built-in NOAA Weather Radio allows me to check on the current forecast and on any severe storm warnings. Other features I like are the 5-memory preset buttons so I can switch between my favorite AM, FM, Weather and TV Audio channels, the clock alarm and sleep timer. Best of all is the great sound.

Atomic Clock Radio

I like this clock radio, especially with just changing my other clocks for Daylight Saving Time. This Sangean RCR-2 Digital Clock Radio is atomic. I don't have to reset the spring forward or fall back; it does it for me. Even after a power failure, this clock radio resets itself to the correct time. Gets me up and going on time every morning.

Wireless Weather Station

Here's how I figure out how to dress for the day. I use the La Crosse Technology Wireless Weather Forecast Station. The on-board barometric pressure gauge and pressure history bar graph lets me know if a storm is building. The clock is atomic, so no resetting to the proper time after Daylight Saving Time. The outdoor remote transmits for 200 feet. After hanging the outside remote sensor in the shade, I am ready to forecast the daily weather.

PowerMonkey Power Source

Okay, raise your hand if you have forgotten to recharge your cell phone or digital camera! Yes, I have forgotten and the device beeps that the battery is low and is shutting down. Just when I need to make that important call or take that once-in-a-lifetime picture. Well, I like the PowerMonkey. This small device is a portable, backup power source that can help keep my panic level down when the device is shutting down. With a variety of adapters, I can plug this in and power up the device. Fits in the palm of my hand even when connected to the cell phone.