NEW & NOTEWORTHY

A guide to just-launched Roots products

CRANK IT UP
New Roots 3-in-1 radio ideal for all situations

A new, environmentally friendly, self-powered radio is now available in select Roots stores. The FR 300 Crank Radio is equipped with a hand-crank power generator that provides unlimited power for the AM/FM radio, eliminating the need for batteries or electricity.
Perfect for trekking, travel, power blackouts and emergencies, this multi-purpose device includes a built-in flashlight, a cell phone charger and a siren. It also features seven weather channels and TV-VHF channels 2-13. Additionally, the radio comes with the facility to attach an AC adaptor and earphones.
Coordinated by Rima Biback, Director, Roots Home and Licensing, and Jarar Kazmi, Director, Merchandise Purchasing and Flow, the radio is part of Roots licensed equipment. It comes in silver, red, black, orange, blue, green and yellow. Retail price: $60.

THE MOVEABLE FEAST
Perfect bag for taking lunch from one place to another

Available in stores since last month, the insulated Roots lunch bag is convenient for carrying your daily meal. Its reflective interiors keep food and drinks warm or cold depending on the requirement, and are easy to clean.
The high-density black nylon exterior is water- resistant and washable. The large bag easily handles lunch containers, fruits and drinks and the zippered front pocket securely stores utensils or other articles. Retail price: $20

SITTING PRETTY
Where all good cell phones and iPods come to rest

The Roots Digital Lounger is a perfect place to park a cell phone, Blackberry, MP3 player or iPod at the office or home. It is a miniature copy of the famous Roots Club Chair, which is a part of the popular Roots Home collection.
Available in stores, this lounger comes with a Roots logo embossed on it. Retail price: $15