Philips AE2180 Portable AM/FM Splash Resistant Radio with built in Clock

by Philips

Product Details

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• Item Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004SCKC
• Item model number: AE218017
• Batteries: 3 AA batteries required.
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #250,569 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For the price this can't be beat!, January 6, 2002

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Patricia Miller (Western PA United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Philips AE2180 Portable AM/FM Splash Resistant Radio with built in Clock (Electronics)

We just moved into an older home which has few electrical outlets- especially in the bathroom. Morning showers were not the same without music, so I wanted to buy something that was water resistant (and inexpensive!). This product really was a great choice. For the size, the sound quality was really very good. The unit itself comes equipped with a pig-tail antennae, but I did not even need it. The radio is kind of a weird chunky shape, but that is not a problem. The control buttons are encased in plastic, so if you want to change a station with wet hands, no problem! What I found as an added bonus was the built in clock. ( I also found out my husband was right, I do take 30 minute showers!!). If you decide to go with this radio, you will not be disappointed! Battery life is really good also!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I just bought it. Will edit review after extended use., November 1, 2002

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Won Lee "Sine Metu" (NJ - United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips AE2180 Portable AM/FM Splash Resistant Radio with built in Clock (Electronics)

I bought the Philips Shower Radio from J&R Music.

Being a shower radio, I didn't really expect it to produce a really good sound. I was pleasantly surprised and disappointed with the audio quality. The sound is lound and audible even with the shower running. Unfortunately, the sound is also very hollow and it took about a week to get used to it.

The AM reception is excellent in the NYC/Jersey metro area.

I had a slight problem trying to house the antenna tail into the battery compartment and worried that water might leak in. To date, I have experienced no problems.

The major drawback of this product though is the power button. I don't get the sense that I'm actually pressing the button. One must rely on one's ear and not on sense.

A minor nusiance is that Philips does not publish the instruction manual online, forcing me to store the print instruction manual.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Philips AE2180 Splash Resistant Stereo Cassette Radio, June 19, 2000

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Ram Mahesh Yogarajan (Colombo, Sri Lanka) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Philips AE2180 Portable AM/FM Splash Resistant Radio with built in Clock (Electronics)

The colour is really cool and really suits any fun loving personality. The ability to use it in the rain is really beneficial especially if your favourite song is playing. The 2.5" speaker delivers relatively decent sound, although I would hardly call it dynamic. The strap is also good because you don't need an extra bag although I personally prefer a belt clip (this is the only reason that this Philips did not get 5 stars.