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...outfitted with a lens ring that emits a bright glow in the dark. The new generation photoluminescent material in the plastic absorbs the energy from any light source - fluorescent lights, the sun, or even the flashlight's own beam

As useful as charging the photoluminescent matierial on the flashlight with the beam from the flashlight itself sounds, one might be better off storing the flashlight in the garage rather than a broom closet to expose the material to some light, both natural and artificial, during the day. The description suggests the material is 'new generation' - and it would have to be, as the stuff found in toys and trinkets never lasted long enough for any practical purpose. Perhaps Pelican used something along the lines of this material that is both brighter and longer lasting.

Something to think about before the next late night power outage.

Amazon.com link: Pelican Big ED 3700PL Flashlight w/ Photo Luminescent Shroud

]]> http://www.househacker.com/permanent/Pelican-Emergency-Flashlight-with-Photoluminescence ZigBee wireless communication protocol. The system's base station offers internet connectivity that allows for remote monitoring, and the device can also be configured to issue status updates through email or text messages to the homeowner's cell phone.

The system is built in a modular fashion, meaning the device can couple with many different types of (Home Heartbeat) sensors, as they become available. From the site:

The backbone of the Home Heartbeat system is a network of detection sensors: water sensors, open/closed sensors, power sensors, reminder and attention sensors. The sensors can alert the homeowner to a wide range of problems, including pipe leaks and flooding, opened doors and windows, and appliances that are left on. An additional feature is a water shut-off valve that can be controlled and activated by any of the sensors. Reminder and attention sensors can be set to alert homeowners about easy-to-forget tasks, such as changing batteries in smoke detectors or cleaning out the gutters.

According to Fast Company, the basic starter unit offers only one sensor as well as the base unit and keychain and will retail for $149 US. ]]> http://www.househacker.com/permanent/Home-Heartbeat-Awareness-System
Very easy installation and anyone can do it. The wall socket safe comes with a template, saw, and a key. You use the template to trace the rectangular pattern on your wall that will become the opening for the hidden safe. You then use the saw to cut through the drywall and make the opening. Slide the wall socket safe into the opening you just created and use the key to lock it. When you need to take something out or put something in, just use the key to open and close it. Looks just like the real thing and can be placed anywhere.

Thieves also wouldn't suspect:

• An Old Fashioned Peanut Butter safe.
• A snooty Royal Crown cola safe.
• An old school Stone safe.
• The odd Leftovers safe.]]> http://www.househacker.com/permanent/Hidden-Electrical-Outlet-Safe
  via boing boing]]> http://www.househacker.com/permanent/Strange-Under-Bed-Nightlight http://www.househacker.com/permanent/LED-Enhanced-Light-Switch-Wallplate http://www.househacker.com/permanent/Protect-Yourself-with-this-Bedside-Table light that activates during an emergency. In case of fire, the unit communicates with other like units to illuminate an escape route through your home. The unit is powered by your home's electrical power, yet doesn't rely on it. Instead, the device employs a long life emergency back up battery that activates during an alarm. Now if it only had a wifi notification system...]]> http://www.househacker.com/permanent/Interesting-Combination-Smoke-Alarm-Emergency-Light add-on is required for powering essential 120 volt devices, like your PVR.
  
  The Red Cross has some other things to consider for you home emergency kit. ]]> http://www.househacker.com/permanent/Foot-Powered-Portable-Energy-Source