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MilwaukeenutMember since Sep 2014Oct 16, 2015 11:35 PM CT

Just seen this today. Looks more durable then the current one I have. What do you guys think?http://youtu.be/Z6rMaP4ETtQ

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DarynHMember since Feb 2015Oct 16, 2015 11:37 PM CT

Think this will be my next radio. Nice and simple, no bells or whistles, straight radio.

LoganMember since Jun 2015Oct 17, 2015 10:25 AM CT

Looks like a nice radio

ShuutrMember since Jun 2015Oct 17, 2015 12:10 PM CT

From what little is included in the way of specs, it doesn’t look like it is bluetooth (essential today) and it doesn’t appear to charge batteries when plugged in. In fact it doesn’t mention whether you can plug it in at all (I assume there is an AC adapter). I’ll keep using my ridgid for now and long for the new bosch powerboxx pb360c.

comparing to other milwaukee, it does look to hold a bigger phone than what I have seen before, so thats a plus.

BigmikezMember since Jun 2013Oct 17, 2015 7:48 PM CT

Looks pretty cool I wonder what the price is gonna look like?

DarynHMember since Feb 2015Oct 17, 2015 8:45 PM CT

Bigmikez wrote:
Looks pretty cool I wonder what the price is gonna look like?

The article I read said $119 same price as the old radio because essentially it’s taking its place. That’s why no Bluetooth or charging. It’s the low end radio and they want those features on the high end one only. But honestly I like this design way better and I could buy a $10 bluetooth adapter if I need it.

BigmikezMember since Jun 2013Oct 17, 2015 11:07 PM CT

Not bad at all! I really like how milwaukee updates there tools all the time I wish other company’s did that.

Renner_constructionMember since Jul 2015Oct 17, 2015 11:20 PM CT

Bluetooth is a great idea… But it absolutey sucks for jobsites unless your in one room all day. It’s always cutting out etc etc, walk too far way and it shuts off, everyone gets annoyed. Fuck that. Plug your phone in via auxiliary and forget about it. It sounds better anyways.

Santi_78342Member since Jul 2015Oct 18, 2015 11:30 AM CT

I could do without Bluetooth but I wish this could charge batteries and be at a $119.99-149.99 price point.

DarynHMember since Feb 2015Oct 18, 2015 3:38 PM CT

Santi_78342 wrote:
I could do without Bluetooth but I wish this could charge batteries and be at a $119.99-149.99 price point.

It wss already confirmed at $119

hemdaleMember since Sep 2015Oct 18, 2015 3:56 PM CT

If only festool came up with a new radio. Dear Santa… [emoji56]

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Santi_78342Member since Jul 2015Oct 18, 2015 6:19 PM CT

DarynH wrote:
It wss already confirmed at $119

I know. I was just saying that I wish they would have given the radio charging capabilities and had the price between $119-$149.

DarynHMember since Feb 2015Oct 18, 2015 7:55 PM CT

Santi_78342 wrote:
I know. I was just saying that I wish they would have given the radio charging capabilities and had the price between $119-$149.

Oh sorry, and I agree. I’d pay $150 for it with just a charger

krutonMember since Jun 2015Oct 19, 2015 4:24 AM CT

I feel like an antique. Am I the only one that still uses the old school iPod for tunes with an aux cord?

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JimboS1iceMember since Sep 2015Oct 19, 2015 6:58 AM CT

kruton wrote:
I feel like an antique. Am I the only one that still uses the old school iPod for tunes with an aux cord?
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No dude, I still have to have my iPod, none of the wireless and fancy stuff, not a fan of using my phone while on the job site for music.

Jimbo

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DR99Member since Nov 2012Oct 19, 2015 8:02 AM CT

They still have the big M18 Bluetooth radio charger. The only problem is its 200 dollars which is a lot for a radio. I think I saw the Bosch power box down to $139 a few times. CPO has a Refurbished M18 BT for $169 which isn’t too bad. I still think this new radio should have at least had bluetooth

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-Jobsite-Radio-Charger-2792-20/204797934

krutonMember since Jun 2015Oct 19, 2015 8:37 AM CT

jimboslice wrote:
No dude, I still have to have my iPod, none of the wireless and fancy stuff, not a fan of using my phone while on the job site for music.
Jimbo
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Thanks Jimbo I feel better now! I’m the same way, I like my phone to be a phone. I still have one of the old style 80 gig iPods and I really don’t feel like transferring my music to my phone every couple years. I guess I am just lazy.

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NERemodelingMember since Aug 2014Oct 19, 2015 1:21 PM CT

hemdale wrote:
If only festool came up with a new radio. Dear Santa… [emoji56]
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I am with you on this one man! If they put it in a SYS1 or 2 it would be perfect! just add it to the stack of tools and your off

hemdaleMember since Sep 2015Oct 19, 2015 3:52 PM CT

Ohhhhh man. A Festool sysyainer radio. You just made my day bro.

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hemdaleMember since Sep 2015Oct 19, 2015 3:55 PM CT

However i have to admit that i’m could easily pull the trigger on a Bosch GML20.

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happy prospectorMember since Dec 2013Oct 20, 2015 11:03 AM CT

It looks great, but I wonder how loud it is, I’m worried that the sheetrockers won’t be able to hear it.

NERemodelingMember since Aug 2014Oct 20, 2015 11:43 AM CT

hemdale wrote:
Ohhhhh man. A Festool sysyainer radio. You just made my day bro.
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Right!! I’ve been wanting them to come out with one for a while. I even considered trying to piece together my own but I just don’t have that kind of time