Has anyone actually used this to charge their cell phone? In my experience that supposed feature never works on these things. Any success anyone?

I used this feature during Hurricane Irma, but the "charging" was minimal. The radio had a hard time holding power to broadcast while also charging the phone. My suggestion to anyone who is looking for a phone charging option in case of loss of power is to buy a backup power cell with a USB port for your phone to plug into. Much more reliable than trying to use the crank radio. All other features on this radio work well, though.

After 6 hours of charging mine the red light won't go out. How do I know it's charged?

Please kindly be noted that the charging light staying in red is a symbol to show that the radio is fully charged, which means the charging light will not turn green. However, if the charging light flashes red, then it means that the item is still in charging. Hope this will help.

Can you *charge* the radio/flashlight using the usb cable? thanks

Yes, you can charge the radio via the provided USB cable.

How long it takes to be fully charged via usb?

It takes about 4 hour to fully charge the radio via USB.

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Esky Emergency Hand Crank Radio 7400mWh with 3 LED Flashlight, AM/FM/NOAA Portable Weather Radio with Built-in 2000mAh Battery, Solar Powered Radio for Indoor Outdoor Survival Camping, SOS Alarm

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Brand
Esky
Color
Red
Connectivity Technology
USB
Included Components
Owner's Manual
Power Source
Battery
Product Dimensions
5"L x 1.8"W x

🔋2000mAh rechargeable battery

🔦140 lumen ultra-bright 3-LED flashlight

☀️3 charging modes: solar, USB, hand crank

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Description

⚡ Power up your survival game—always ready, always reliable!

TRIPLE POWER ASSURANCE - Stay unstoppable with solar, USB, or hand crank charging—no outlet? No problem.
POCKET SIZED PORTABILITY - Lightweight and compact with a handy lanyard—perfect for your next adventure or emergency kit.
LONG LASTING BATTERY LIFE - Up to 20 hours of flashlight or 9 hours of radio use keeps you connected when it counts.
ULTRA BRIGHT LED LIGHTING - 140 lumens of powerful illumination to cut through the darkest nights and keep you safe.
ALL IN ONE SURVIVAL ESSENTIAL - AM/FM/NOAA weather alerts, SOS alarm, and emergency flashlight in one sleek, portable device.

The Esky Emergency Hand Crank Radio is a compact, multi-functional survival tool featuring a 2000mAh rechargeable battery with three charging options (solar, USB, hand crank). It delivers up to 20 hours of flashlight use or 9 hours of radio listening, supports AM/FM/NOAA weather bands, and includes a 140 lumen 3-LED flashlight plus an SOS alarm. Lightweight and portable, it’s designed for emergency preparedness, camping, and outdoor survival.

Specifications

ASIN	B018I4BPNU
Additional Features	Rechargeable
Antenna Location	Emergency use
Best Sellers Rank	#4,848 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #17 in Weather Radios
Brand	Esky
Built-In Media	Owner's Manual
Color	Red
Compatible Devices	Smartphone
Connectivity Technology	USB
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (12,506)
Display Technology	LED
Display Type	LED
Frequency	108 MHz
Hardware Interface	USB
Item Dimensions L x W x H	5"L x 1.8"W x 2.4"H
Item Weight	7.55 ounces
Manufacturer	Esky
Mfr Part Number	ES-CR01
Model Number	ES-CR01
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required.
Number of Items	1
Power Source	Battery Powered
Radio Bands Supported	AM/FM/WB
Speaker Maximum Output Power	3 watts
Style Name	Modern
Tuner Type	AM/FM/WB
Voltage	5 volts
Warranty Description	Warranty

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