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Cignus UVR-10 walkie-talkie: a practical communication solution for neighborhoods and convoys
Cignus UVR-10 walkie-talkie: a practical communication solution for neighborhoods and convoys
From fun gadget to neighborhood essential
At A Glance
- The UVR-10 walkie-talkie offers instant communication, making it highly efficient for scenarios like neighborhood gatherings and traveling in a convoy. It saves time compared to the typical smartphone messaging or calling process.
- The device is <strong>IP68 rated</strong>, ensuring it can withstand elements like rain. It also comes with <strong>noise-canceling</strong> capabilities, which means background disturbances are minimized, ensuring clear communication.
- The UVR-10 has <strong>Scrambler functions</strong>, ensuring that only those on the same frequency can tune into your conversations. This feature provides an added layer of security, preventing eavesdropping. Additionally, the <strong>PTT ID code</strong> ensures proper device identification.
- The UVR-10 provides flexibility in charging options. Users can charge using its dedicated dock or via <strong>Type-C USB</strong>. Furthermore, it comes equipped with a handy <strong>flashlight</strong>, making it a practical choice for night patrols or any scenarios requiring a light source.
- Powered by a <strong>2500mAh battery</strong>, the device is energy-efficient, using about 5 watts. It showcases lasting battery life, as evidenced by the author's experience of using it throughout the weekend on just half charge.
Cignus Radio’s UVR-10 is a two-way walkie-talkie. I’ve been toying with it these past couple of days, and at first it was all for fun, but the more I use it, the more I see how practical these are.
A quick example here: Just recently our neighborhood held a get-together. We live in this one circular street, a little ways off from civilization. And I can’t help but joke about distributing walkie-talkies, to alert each other of emergencies and such. Because, after all, as neighbors we got to look out for each other, it’s the neighborly thing to do.
Another, perhaps more practical usage for anyone, is going on a trip with friends or relatives in a convoy. Instead of picking up your phone, where you need to swipe and search for their names, to ask the other party: “San na kayo?” you can just pick up the walkie-talkie and push one button.
I mean, think about it for a moment. It does save a few precious seconds. Imagine this scenario, pick up the UVR-10 and ask, “San tayo kain? Ober.”
“Dito may karinderia. Ober.”
Less than five seconds, tops. Whereas in a conversation through messaging or calling through smartphones might result in a response: “Lagpas na kami dun!”
All kidding aside. I really do feel a walkie-talkie like the UVR-10 has its own practical uses. Try to imagine your scenario and how it could be useful for you.
The UVR-10 is a great piece of communication tech. It’s IP68, so a little rain won’t wreck it. It has noise canceling, so background noises are blocked off. Of course, it has Scrambler functions, meaning no one else can listen in on your conversations if they aren’t in the same frequency as you. Also, the PTT ID code provides identification between devices.
Charging is also simple with the UVR-10. Besides having a charging dock, you can use type C USB for charging, making it more versatile.
If you would be patrolling around your neighborhood at night, the UVR-10 comes with a handy flashlight.
The UVR-10 has a 2500mAh battery and uses about 5 watts of power. I’ve been using this device since Friday night, at half charge, toying with it through the weekend, and we still have one bar of battery as of this writing.