Philips
TAR3500
Philips introduces TAR3500 with solar and hand-crank power
The portable emergency radio is intended for camping, travel and emergency kits. Philips lists the model as the TAR3500/00 in the UK.
Georg S. Kuklick
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Philips has introduced a portable radio with four power options. The Philips TAR3500 emergency radio supports USB-C, solar, AAA-battery and hand-crank power and is now available.
The built-in battery has a claimed playback time of around 60 hours per charge. A 2600 mAh power bank provides charging for phones and other small devices through a USB-A output.
For radio listening, the TAR3500 receives AM and FM broadcasts and offers automatic digital tuning with 20 station presets. It has an LED display and an extendable 550 mm antenna. Audio comes from a 5.7 cm full-range driver powered by 3 watts, while a 3.5 mm headphone jack provides a connection for headphones.
The radio's emergency functions are activated through an orange SOS button, which triggers a siren, a flashing light and an ultrasonic dog whistle. It also includes a built-in torch and a reading light.
The TAR3500 has an IP55-rated housing for dust and water resistance. A 530 mm carrying strap is included for transporting the radio.
Key specifications
Model | TAR3500/00 |
|---|---|
Power options | USB-C, solar, AAA batteries, hand crank |
Power-bank capacity | 2600 mAh |
Claimed playback time | Around 60 hours per built-in battery charge |
Emergency alerts | Orange SOS button activates siren, flashing light and ultrasonic dog whistle |
Lighting | Built-in torch and reading light |
Display | LED |
Radio tuning | AM/FM with automatic digital tuning |
Station presets | 20 |
Driver | 5.7 cm full-range |
Audio power | 3 W |
Device charging output | USB-A |
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