Walkie Talkie Reviews

Not so long ago, before cell phones were just about everywhere, kids Walkie Talkies allowed children to pretend to be in covert contact with their friends.  Think of all the secret agents who could talk to each other by the simple flick of a switch on their 2 way radio, cunningly concealed in a watch or a pen.  Today, these games are just as popular as they were and Walkie Talkies for kids at Christmas is a perfect surprise present.

Whatever your age, Walkie Talkies are a lot of fun.  If you’re in the garden, hiking or simply out shopping, it’s a handy way to keep in touch with the family over a short distance.

Younger children love to play hide and seek.  What could be more fun than hiding in the garden or park and being able to contact your friends in an instant?  With multiple kids Walkie Talkies, individuals can contact the whole gang at the same time.

If you have older children, a Walkie Talkie radio offers a welcome alternative to shouting up the stairs.  In some households, they have been known to make a significant difference to the relationship between parents and their children.  We all know how distant and difficult some teenagers can be.  A Walkie Talkie gives them privacy but reassures you that they’re all right.  Being able to contact them at the push of a button can be both convenient and stress free.

Kids Walkie Talkies can be very useful on holiday for keeping in touch with the family and friends.  Your cell phones probably won’t work on a Cruise ship on open water or in the mountains.  Two way Walkie Talkies will.

The more basic Walkie Talkie radios do not require a license and can be powered by batteries since they operate using a specific frequency range.  Parts are simple, on many models the microphone and speaker is a single component.  Many kids Walkie Talkies include a Morse code button for coded messages.

Kids Walkie Talkies at Christmas are always popular, despite the invention of the cell phone. These toys are timeless and allow your child to exercise their minds and bodies by getting off the computer and out into the fresh air with their friends.  Walkie Talkies for your Kids should be at the top of your Christmas shopping list.

Camouflage Single Light Switch Plate $7.99 This camouflaged Walkie Talkie light switch cover will add the finishing touch to your little soldier's wall decor. 6.5" H x 3.5" W Made of sculpted resin Features painted Bronze Star in center 2 painted bronze mounting screws included Designed for a single toggle switch...

Crest Spinbrush for Kids, Walkie Talkie - 1 ea $5.99 Camouflage pattern. Batteries Included Brush Head is not replaceable....

Kids Transistor Walkie Talkies Plastic Walkie Talkies. Includes two transistor walkie talkies with Morse code capability.WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years....

Motorola FV200AA 5-Mile 2-Way Talkabout Radios - Pair $22.95 MOTOROLA FV200AA 5-Mile FRS/GMRS Radios (2-pk of radios) 5-mile range ; 22 FRS/GMRS channels ; 10 call tones ; Time-Out Timer ; Auto power off; Scan, Nuisance Delete, Monitor & Auto Squelch functions ; Talk confirmation tone ; Roger beep; Audible low battery alert ; Battery/power ;save function ; Digital 16-level volume control ; LCD battery meter ; Accessory connector input ; Compatible with rec...

Sakar International Matrix Zone Scret Service Walkie Talkies $14.99 With the Secret Service Walkie Talkies You can secretly communicate with your friends in the same way the CIA does. That's Right! A Secret walkie talkie that's built in to a hidden device that wraps secretly around your finger. Use the highly advanced undercover earpiece to hear your friend while wearing the included sleek sunglasses to give off that slick undercover look!! Communicate covertly li...

Boy playing with his 2 way Walkie Talkie

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Have You Ever Wondered How Do Walkie Talkies Work?

Walkie Talkies, or Walkie Talkie radios, employ a radio band to transmit audio signals between radios.  The Family Radio Service, commonly known as the FRS, makes available 14 channels in the 462-467 MHz range, for use by two way radios. This range is set by the Federal Communications Commission or FCC.

What Are FRS Walkie Talkies?

Independent of the brand you use, these are the wavelengths you will be using.  In essence, FRS is a singular radio service that utilizes frequencies in the UHF band and therefore has nothing to do with phones, baby monitors or CB radios.  They employ FM instead of AM and you don’t need a license.

A wide range of brand names are available: Midland, Cobra, Audiovox, Sylvania, Motorola and Cherokee to name a few.  They do not require a lot of power and are useful in any situation where you want to keep in touch.  They are very popular with hunters, campers, people with big gardens who want to stay in touch with the kids, bikers, construction workers, walkers and so on.  Range can be anything up to two miles.

What Are GMRS Walkie Talkies?

Alternately, GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) radios utilize specific frequencies in the 462 MHz range provided by the FCC.   These radios are larger, have a greater range, (up to 5 miles) and do require a license from the FCC, so are slightly more serious and are generally used for serious communications like those in a business environment.

As regards power, FRS radios have a limit of 0.5 watts and GMRS radios are usually limited to 2 watts.   Rechargeable 2 way Walkie Talkies are available so you don’t always have to rely on batteries.  Some Walkie Talkie headsets have a scrambler so that you can keep conversations private.

Why Use a Walkie Talkie When You Have a Cell Phone?

We are all familiar with phone ‘black spots’ where you can’t get a good signal.  Two way Walkie Talkies will work in situations where your cell phone can’t get a signal.  Unlike cell phones, there are no ongoing costs once you have purchased your 2 way radio.  They are also useful if you need to communicate with a group of people at the same time.  All you need to do is make sure that the settings on your radios are the same and you can contact your entire group simultaneously.  If the signal is strong enough, there is no limit to the number of your group.

In reality the Walkie Talkie represents a serious alternative to the cell phone in certain situations.  They are cheap, convenient, fun and very simple to use.

Camouflage Single Light Switch Plate $7.99 This camouflaged Walkie Talkie light switch cover will add the finishing touch to your little soldier's wall decor. 6.5" H x 3.5" W Made of sculpted resin Features painted Bronze Star in center 2 painted bronze mounting screws included Designed for a single toggle switch...

Etón VOICELINK FR1000 ECO Edition Clock Radio (Black) $100.00 Stay connected with the Voicelink FR-1000. This emergency crank radio combines two-way radio with GMRS technology, built-in flashlight, cell-phone charger and access to weather channels to prepare you for any emergency situation. Now with Bonus FRS walkie talkie included. Get prepared and get connected with the Voicelink FR-1000 today....

Etón VOICELINK FR1000 ECO Edition Clock Radio (White) $100.00 Stay connected with the Voicelink FR-1000. This emergency crank radio combines two-way radio with GMRS technology, built-in flashlight, cell-phone charger and access to weather channels to prepare you for any emergency situation. Now with Bonus FRS walkie talkie included. Get prepared and get connected with the Voicelink FR-1000 today....

Indie 911 Radio Justin Goldberg's Heads & Tales 1. welcome & intro to indie 911 2. jennifer paige vs kari kimmel 3. anne mccue vs endochine's casey mcpherson 4. walkie talkie vs stewboss greg safaty 5. willie nelson talks with justin goldberg 6. martin sexton 7. brian seymour 8. kevin martin and the hiwatts...

Midland Walkie Talkie Radios (Pair) $42.70 Includes: Pair of Radios, Dual Desk Charger, AC Wall Adapter, Rechargeable Battery Packs...

Modern Walkie Talkie Radio

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Walkie Talkie Reviews will answer popular questions about these wonderful two way Walkie Talkie Radios.  We shall discuss who invented the Walkie Talkie, how Walkie Talkies work, where and how to get the best deal and whether or not Walkie Talkies for kids is a good idea.  Despite the fact that everyone has a cell phone, there is still a very important place and practical use  for the 2 way radio.  Walkie talkie radios are also great fun!

You are welcome to join our conversation with your own views and experiences of using Walkie Talkie Radios.

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