After the invention the of iPods and MP3 players, regular old radio seemed to be lost totally in the sands of times. Recently, though, there have been a few major changes in the radio, which may bring radios into fashion again. In fact, the major upgrades which have been included in the latest model of the C. Crane radio is innovative and way beyond comparison. These radios are really very handy if you do not have a mounting desk for MP3 players in your car. They look like a normal radio with one tiny receptor and one small LCD with a woofer at its side.

And yet their internal mechanics have improved over time as of yet they are offering us much more than the mere Fm frequencies. With their radio kit specially the newer model launched, you will get FM, AM, Internet radio, weather forecast and also TV audio.

These radios have various other controllers which really help in improvising the signal. For The volume there is the sound knob, plus an additional bass and treble knob, And then you have the tuning knob of course. There are other buttons too to select the desired radio function.

These radios come with a 6 watt woofer so the volume wont be a problem even when you are driving or out in the woods for a picnic. The design is nothing to be proud of. It is a simplistic and normal design. These radios are available in black color only.

The inner mechanics include a twin coil ferrite antenna which as claimed by the company really helps in getting better signal reception. These have a great battery life too.

The company claims that this radio has a battery life of over 30 hours on AA batteries and 175 hours over D batteries. They come to us with one year warranty, which is a small time compared to today's standards. But if you want yourself a portable music station and wan to keep in touch with the current music trends this device is just for you. Reception is pretty good in house and also while on the road.

The Battery life and added speakers give us an extra advantage plus if you want to listen through headphones there is a stereo 3. 5mm jack included at the side of it. Additional features included in newer models are the radio alarm clock which will be helpful only if you doze off to sleep while on long trips. So buy it if you like to pamper yourself with a lot of quality music, and listen to The US TOP charts while driving on a long journey.