Simple 9V battery flashlight gives light in a snap

(Credit: Perpetual Kid)

Flashlights can be serious business for some people, with collectors spending upward of $200 for a high-end one. That's not what the Battery Snap is. This $5 flashlight connects directly to a 9V battery and can be turned on using a tiny switch on the top. That's it, there's nothing more to it. The simplicity of this gadget makes it great for kids, especially if you're giving them a physics lesson on electricity.

We reckon it's not exactly the newest product around. Let us know in TalkBack if you have one or have seen it in a novelty shop.

(Source: Crave Asia via CrunchGear)

[DragonStab]

Cool idea, but definitely NOT worth $5.........

[Miko34]

If this came out maybe in the 80s, it would be a lot cooler.
This should also be no more than $1.99.
When they are giving little LED lights out for free practically everywhere, why get this for $5?
I mean, isn't this thing mostly just plastic? It looks like it would be found in a cereal box.
Who has spare 9V batteries around the house anyway?
At least this comes with one, but I bet it's not a name brand battery.
Keep inventing, but yeah ... make sure the cost is worth the product.

[kenpodude]

Yes, there is another light already out there.

http://www.9voltlight.com/

I use the red one in my patrol car. Works great!