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Sony ICF-S79V Weather Band Shower Radio | 
 enlarge | Brand: Sony
Category: CE
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Rating:  306 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 6.9 x 6.6 x 3
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: ICF-S79V
Model: S79V
UPC: 027242525672
EAN: 0027242525672
ASIN: B00000DM9W
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Splash resistant multi-band shower radio | | • | Unique easy-grip design | | • | Easy-to-use controls | | • | Supplied hanging strap | | • | Quartz synthesized tuner |
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Amazon.com
The Sony Shower Mate radio may just be the ideal early-morning companion: it only plays what you want, when you want, for as long as you want. This splash-resistant TV/Weather/AM/FM synthesized radio offers five preset buttons for programming in your favorite stations, a 90-minute timer with five timer presets (great for kitchen use), and an auto-off function. The large, raised buttons that top the unit are labeled clearly for bleary-eyed mornings, and the volume control has raised grips so that it can be manipulated when fingers are wet and slippery. The Shower Mate is oval-shaped with a flat top and bottom, and is constructed of tough, white plastic. Although it's intended to be used near water, the radio shouldn't be submerged--or even subjected to the stream of a shower. Comes with a strap for hanging and a suction cup for positioning a wire antenna. Requires three C batteries for operation.
Product Description
Whether you rise and shine or seek other comforts, considerable time may be spent in your bathroom. Sony has developed a portable radio that's splash and humidity resistant for safety and pleasure while you're in the bathroom. A unique strap easily attaches to your shower head so you can enjoy listening to a wide range of radio stations while bathing, showering, brushing, and combing. Tune into your favorite radio station in the shower with Sony's ICF-S79V AM/FM/TV Weather Band Shower Radio! Digital AM/FM/TV/Weather Band Reception allows you to choose from the wide variety of radio talk shows and music programming, plus sound from TV channels 2-13 along with weather band broadcasts. For the latest infotainment, your bathroom, sauna, or spa moves up a notch for enhanced comfort and pleasure. Easy-To-Use Controls are located atop the radio for handy one-finger operation Countdown Timer times backwards from a time period you set, useful for cooking and for timing your other activities as well as keeping you on schedule Selectable Automatic-Off Timer (10 Min/20 Min/30 Min/45 Min/60 Min) helps you keep on schedule by allowing you to set the radio to turn itself off at your choice of interval Large 3-1/8 Speaker reproduces big, wide range sound you can hear even when water is running Unique Easy-Grip Design will not easily slip from your hand and can be set down on tub edge or other flat surface Requires 3 C Batteries for power (batteries are not included) Unit Dimensions (WxHxD) - 5 3/4 x 5 1/2 x 2 3/4 (143.5 x 139 x 67mm) / Weight - 1 lb 2 3/8 oz (523g) including batteries WHITE
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| Customer Reviews: Read 45 more reviews...
 Simply the best December 17, 2002
Scotty (Seattle)
157 out of 158 found this review helpful
If you've ever bought a shower radio (I've bought & tried several), you know that they all s*#k. This is the first one that DOESN'T s*#k. Not the slightest bit. This one is fantastic.It's got a digital tuner - no dealing with tiny tuning knobs and guessing if you're on the right station. It's got an accurate digital clock. It's got weather band. It's got tv audio (channels 2 thru 13). It's got an antenna wire with a suction cup at the end so you can actually better tune in your station. All the function buttons are simple & waterproofed. The sound is great - for a mono shower radio. It's got a heavy duty string to hang it on your shower head, or just set it on any flat surface - it's solid and will stay still. And to top it off, 3 C batteries in this thing last forever - instead of a single 9 volt or a few AA's that other shower radios usually have. Sony did good here. Just buy it. Then buy another whenever you can't think of a good gift to get someone - people LOVE getting this as a gift. I've given several.
A fantastic radio November 19, 2004
J. D. Fegler (Chesterfield, VA)
50 out of 52 found this review helpful
I've had this radio for a year now. I use it most mornings for 20 - 30 minutes, and I'm still on the original batteries. I have it hanging on the shower wall where it occasionally gets splashed. I haven't had any trouble at all with it not being waterproof. I think the sound is good quality, and the digital tuner and pre-set buttons are easy to use. I like the one touch on/off button as well. I would highly recommend it, and would like one for our second bathroom as well. For the price, it's a real bargain!
Had bad luck with shower radios? You'll love this one !! May 23, 2003
Jason's Mom (Springfield, VA USA)
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
Having tried almost ever shower radio on the market -- I was close to giving up until I saw this one. Granted it costs more than the "average" shower radios -- but there is reason. It works! You also save tons of money on batteries as it just doesn't eat them like the others. My husband and I both use this in the a.m. and we each have different radio stations we like. We have not had trouble pre-setting the channels or switching back and forth between them. Seems like the more negative reviews of this product are due to placement of the radio. Keep it out of direct waterfalls; maybe get a small shower shelf to place it where you can easily see and use the controls? Lastly, the timer-off button is my favorite. I set it for 20 mins; giving me time to shower and finish up in the bathroom in the a.m. before heading to work. You don't have to worry about getting back in the wet shower area to turn it off. Give this a try - treat it well and you'll be happy !
Great Fit and Finish for Shower December 24, 2006
M. JEFFREY MCMAHON (Torrance, CA USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
After researching shower radios and looking at ones that cost almost twice as much, I decided on the Sony ICF-S79V and I am impressed with the following points:
1. Great fit and finish.
2. Not too big. Seems smaller out of the box than photos on Internet suggest. This is good for cluttered showers.
3. Easy-to-use controls for clock, tuning and presets. I didn't even need to consult the manual.
4. Excellent sensitivity for AM (internal ferrite antenna) and FM (a pull-out wire from the battery compartment).
5. Full sound to overcome shower noise.
6. Sony's decision to require 3 C batteries insures long-lasting life between battery changes.
So far I have not found any weaknesses with the radio. Sony has found a niche in their shower radio. I give it the fullest recommendation, especially for the 45-dollar price (and free shipping no less) I found on Amazon.
Outstanding Radio! July 3, 2006
Jeff
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
The Sony ICF-S79V is a another good example of the old phrase "you get what you pay for". At $50 I was hesitant to purchase this radio but I'm delighted I did, it is worth every cent.
1. Battery life is simply amazing, I listen to it for a minimum of 1-2 hours each and every day and I'm still on the first set of batteries after 5 months, I've even accidentally left it on for the entire day several times. Wow!
2. Excellent reception for all bands; Am, Fm, Tv, and Weather.
3. Simple, convenient buttons and operation. The o
4. Peace of mind with water resistance, I've not placed it in the shower but do have it in the bathroom which often gets quite steamy.
5. Excellent sound for the type of radio it is, clear and loud.
6. Small footprint takes up little space.
7. Like the wire antenna, didn't think I would at first. It is better than a hard antenna sticking up waiting to be bumped and/or broken.
8. Timer and auto-off timer are quite nice also, even though I sometimes forget to use the auto-off timer.
9. Digital tuning and display makes it simple to find the station you are looking for.
10. The fit and finish is outstanding, the radio looks and feels very well constructed.
Overall a worthy purchase.
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