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[Review] Loop Gear SK06 – when you want flat flashlight features in a cylindrical form (www.sammyshp.de)
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Summary

The Loop Gear SK06 combines a white spotlight, UV light, a laser and an omnidirectional RGBW side light in a cylindrical body powered by a replaceable 18650 Li-ion battery. It is operated intuitively using a combination of a button and a rotary switch.

The side light is particularly interesting, as it not only creates a pleasant atmosphere but also serves as a marker light (“E-Tritium”) when the flashlight is switched off, making it easier to locate in the dark. The battery can be charged directly inside the flashlight via USB-C and it can also be used as a power bank when needed.

The overall impression is somewhat diminished by the fact that the position of the rotary ring cannot be identified by touch in the dark. I also get the impression that the flashlight’s full potential is not being utilized in Turbo mode. Charging takes longer than expected and the bright charging indicator can be annoying.

Nevertheless, overall the SK06 was a pleasant surprise for me. It is rare to find such a wide range of features in such a compact body, especially in combination with a replaceable battery.

The full review is available here:

English review at BudgetLightForum
German review on my website

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[–] 10 points 2 days ago (1 child)

I love flashlight content. Keep it coming.

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    • [–] 2 points 1 day ago

    I don't need another flashlight. I don't need another flashlight. I don't need another flashlight.

    I mean 1 more can't hurt

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    [–] 1 point 1 day ago* (2 children)

    I thought the main feature of the currently trendy flat flashlights was non-replaceable batteries. So I'm glad that this light didn't manage to implement that feature. The light has a bunch of capabilities which don't seem that useful as a combination, but I guess people want this type of light, so ok. Main thing I always want with this type of light is ability to reprogram the software. Although with this much stuff in the light, quite a lot might be better off as a phone app.

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    • [–] 1 point 2 days ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (4 children)

    Damn, no way to get the powerful laser in NA. Land of the free amirite.

    Edit: ordered on Aliexpress instead of their US store. We'll see.

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  • [–] 2 points 1 day ago* (3 children)

    Laser output also varies by sales region: in the US and Canada, the flashlight is available with a Class 3R laser, while the rest of the world receives a lower-powered Class 1 version.

    (Instructions can be found online explaining how to change the laser class via a hidden service menu. In addition to the regular settings, two lower output levels can also be enabled this way.)

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  • [–] 2 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (2 children)

    Did I just misread it? I swear it said the US and Canada got the less powerful laser.

    Edit: yeah, damn, I'm just a moron.

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  • [–] [S] 1 point 1 day ago (1 child)

    Whatever you get eventually, you can always unlock the powerful class 3R laser with the service menu.

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