Fast Five: Cool Gizmos You Can Buy at CD-R King (2016 Edition)

Every Juan knows CD-R King and its plethora of gadgets and accessories offered at prices lower than that of other brands, oftentimes dubbed as the ‘Mecca of anything made a lot cheaper’. In this Fast Five edition, we take a look at some of those cool things you can buy at the big yellow store.

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We made a list of this in 2014, and we ought to update what was initially a pool of ten cool gadgets you can purchase. Looking back at how CD-R King has evolved, what was then a retailer of CDs back in the day aggressively increased its offerings throughout the years and now spans onto home living items, transportation vehicles, mobile devices, and even ready-to-wear clothes. No kidding. Items are listed in no particular order. Fast Five posts ain’t sponsored, yo.

WiFi Smart Power Plug

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Looking to control electricity with your smartphone? Well, here’s the answer. This smart power plug not only controls and automatically cuts off the current flowing into your device, but can also act as a repeater for a better WiFi signal in your home. This one retails for Php1,280.

CD-R King WiFi Smart Power Plug specs:
10A Current Rating
90V-265V Voltage Rating
50HZ-60HZ
220W
10°C -55°C Temperature range
90V-265V AC voltage range
WiFi 802.11b/g/n, 802.3u

The iRover

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If you can’t afford that thing called Hover Trax, then there’s a CD-R King counterpart for that. After teasing on their facebook page a few weeks ago, the new hoverboard smart balance wheel is set to be available in stores for Php10,990.

CD-R King iRover specs:
Rated Power: 300W
Rated Voltage: 36V
Battery: 36V / 4.4Ah Lithium-ion
Charging Time: 2 hours
Max Climbing: 15 degree
Load Capacity: 100kg
Max Speed: Up to 10 kph
Riding Distance: Up to 20 kph
Tire: Tubeless Tire
Motor Type: Brush DC Motor
Weight: 10kg

This Php200 universal car mount

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Hey, does that design look familiar? This universal windshield car mount holder resembles a character from a huge movie franchise, and is yours for a price that wouldn’t hurt your pocket. It’s a good addition to your car if you’re one who likes to keep track of map directions via your smartphone, or simply showing off that taxi fare from your GrabCar or Uber work.

A cheaper Crank USB Charger

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We featured this back in 2014, but the apparent immense popularity of this item, among those who want to charge their devices in a mechanical, but fun way, gave birth to a lot cheaper ones than what we initially saw, now for as low as Php99. This one’s a good gizmo to keep alongside your emergency bags, or use in an overnight hiking trip.

Power generator

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Just in case you can’t find one power generator, this one offers the same function at a relatively lower cost. The 2HP Stark power generator can generate electricity for 3.5hrs on a full fuel tank, and this product that’s rounding up our list is priced at Php3,580.

Stark Power Generator GEN-001-M specs:
650W Rated power output
800W Max power Output
220V Rated Voltage
347V Max Voltage
3.8A Rated Current
60Hz Frequency
1E45 Engine style
4L(Gasoline+2T Oil mixture) Fuel Tank
3.5hrs Usage time (full fuel tank)
2HP Engine power output

And that’s it for some of the coolest gizmos you can get at CD-R King. We all know how many items they have in their stores that sometimes the store representatives themselves can’t memorize, so do drop in the comments section for some recommendations, if you find a cool needle among the haystack.

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10 cool gadgets that you can buy from CD-R King

CD-R King, known before as the one-stop-shop for blank media products has grown to become the country’s largest retail chain that offers affordable gadgets ranging from USB products to 3D printers. That being said, take a look at our list of 10 cool gadgets that you can buy from CD-R King.

1. 3D Printer

cdrking 3d printer

3D printers are very popular in the U.S. and it is slowly creeping in in the Philippines. CD-R King jumped on the bandwagon and started selling a 3D printer as well at a not-so-affordable Php100,000 price tag. It probably gets the job done but I’m pretty sure there are more affordable options.

2. 4G LTE pocket WiFi

cdrking lte pocket wifi

4G LTE pocket WiFi modems do not come cheap nowadays and would often cost around Php4-5K. CD-R King’s offering, on the other hand, is just Php3,999 and is unlocked too.

3. Crank Dynamo USB Charger

cdrking crank dynamo charger

This is perfect during times when the power’s out and you need to charge your device. The Crank Dynamo USB Charger converts your muscle power to electricity. And it’s only Php780.

4. Solar-powered products

cdrking solar products

The cost of electricity in this country can only go up and probably the most effective way to survive your monthly Meralco bill is to lower your power consumption. One way of doing it is to use products that can harness the power of the sun. The only downside is that serious solar-powered solutions do not come cheap, even from CD-R King.

5. Eco bikes

cdrking eco bike

These Eco bikes are powered by electricity and can go up to 45kph and capable of up to 50km riding distance. Not exactly the fastest way to go from point A to point B but it should save you some gas money. As for the price, let’s just say that flagship smartphones are more expensive.

6. Micro SD Card Reader and SIM card adapter

cdrking sim adapter

This is handy if you find yourself switching smartphones every now and then. This kit comes with three SIM card adapters, a metal pin to eject SIM trays, and a microSD card reader for only Php120.

7. 10-port USB charger adapter

cdrking usb charger adapter

There will always come a time when all your chargers are being used at home and your device will just have to wait for its turn. This USB charger adapter from CD-R King, which costs Php680, will be able to address that as it has ten ports which is also good if you want to hold a charging party.

8. Video Rocking Chair

cdrking video rocking chair

For those lazy days that you just want to sit down, relax and listen to your favorite music or play games. This chair/recliner has interior speakers on both sides and a set of audio controls for a better listening experience. Costs Php2,580, by the way.

9. Trackers

cdrking wireless tracker

CD-R King offers a couple of wireless trackers. One is the wireless child tracker while the other one is a wireless car tracker. Both serve the same purpose – it will alert you if your child or car is moving away from your safe zone. Both trackers cost Php1,180.

10. Android TV Box

cdrking mini android tv box

Want to turn your regular HDMI-equipped TV into a Smart TV? This Php1,990 Mini Android TV Box can do that. Just plug it at the back of your TV via HDMI and it will run Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich complete with WiFi connectivity. It comes with a USB adapter as well so you can use your mouse or keyboard when navigating the UI.

cdrking android tv box

There’s a more expensive and bulkier alternative like the one above which costs Php2,880 and runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread. It is equipped with more ports and is Airplay-compatible too.

And there you go. These are the 10 cool gadgets we found at CD-R King. If we missed anything, feel free to add by sharing it down the comments field below.

Author’s Notes:
* List is based on CD-R King’s online listing.
* This is not a sponsored post.

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10 cool gadgets that you can buy from CD-R King

CD-R King, known before as the one-stop-shop for blank media products has grown to become the country’s largest retail chain that offers affordable gadgets ranging from USB products to 3D printers. That being said, take a look at our list of 10 cool gadgets that you can buy from CD-R King.

1. 3D Printer

cdrking 3d printer

3D printers are very popular in the U.S. and it is slowly creeping in in the Philippines. CD-R King jumped on the bandwagon and started selling a 3D printer as well at a not-so-affordable Php100,000 price tag. It probably gets the job done but I’m pretty sure there are more affordable options.

2. 4G LTE pocket WiFi

cdrking lte pocket wifi

4G LTE pocket WiFi modems do not come cheap nowadays and would often cost around Php4-5K. CD-R King’s offering, on the other hand, is just Php3,999 and is unlocked too.

3. Crank Dynamo USB Charger

cdrking crank dynamo charger

This is perfect during times when the power’s out and you need to charge your device. The Crank Dynamo USB Charger converts your muscle power to electricity. And it’s only Php780.

4. Solar-powered products

cdrking solar products

The cost of electricity in this country can only go up and probably the most effective way to survive your monthly Meralco bill is to lower your power consumption. One way of doing it is to use products that can harness the power of the sun. The only downside is that serious solar-powered solutions do not come cheap, even from CD-R King.

5. Eco bikes

cdrking eco bike

These Eco bikes are powered by electricity and can go up to 45kph and capable of up to 50km riding distance. Not exactly the fastest way to go from point A to point B but it should save you some gas money. As for the price, let’s just say that flagship smartphones are more expensive.

6. Micro SD Card Reader and SIM card adapter

cdrking sim adapter

This is handy if you find yourself switching smartphones every now and then. This kit comes with three SIM card adapters, a metal pin to eject SIM trays, and a microSD card reader for only Php120.

7. 10-port USB charger adapter

cdrking usb charger adapter

There will always come a time when all your chargers are being used at home and your device will just have to wait for its turn. This USB charger adapter from CD-R King, which costs Php680, will be able to address that as it has ten ports which is also good if you want to hold a charging party.

8. Video Rocking Chair

cdrking video rocking chair

For those lazy days that you just want to sit down, relax and listen to your favorite music or play games. This chair/recliner has interior speakers on both sides and a set of audio controls for a better listening experience. Costs Php2,580, by the way.

9. Trackers

cdrking wireless tracker

CD-R King offers a couple of wireless trackers. One is the wireless child tracker while the other one is a wireless car tracker. Both serve the same purpose – it will alert you if your child or car is moving away from your safe zone. Both trackers cost Php1,180.

10. Android TV Box

cdrking mini android tv box

Want to turn your regular HDMI-equipped TV into a Smart TV? This Php1,990 Mini Android TV Box can do that. Just plug it at the back of your TV via HDMI and it will run Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich complete with WiFi connectivity. It comes with a USB adapter as well so you can use your mouse or keyboard when navigating the UI.

cdrking android tv box

There’s a more expensive and bulkier alternative like the one above which costs Php2,880 and runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread. It is equipped with more ports and is Airplay-compatible too.

And there you go. These are the 10 cool gadgets we found at CD-R King. If we missed anything, feel free to add by sharing it down the comments field below.

Author’s Notes:
* List is based on CD-R King’s online listing.
* This is not a sponsored post.

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