The Beacon's shifting colors display the temperature forecast, pulsing when snow or rain is predicted.

Spring green when it is in the 60s, chilly blue when it is in the 40s, and pulsing for precipitation and weather advisories. The Weather Beacon is continuously up to date thanks to Ambient's nationwide radio network.

As easy to use as a radio
1) plug the Beacon into any power outlet
2) Beacon automatically synchronizes to the regional weather forecast
3) The Beacon glows a color to indicate the weather forecast

The Beacon receives its data from a nationwide wireless network, tapping into the Ambient Information Network to provide more than just local temperature. The Beacon shows current, forecast, and even weekend conditions from the National Weather Service and other data centers. Premium users can even receive up to 5-day forecasts, barometric pressure, pollen forecasts, and more for over 2000 U.S. locations.

Configure your Weather Beacon online or via a toll free number. Optional premium service ($6.95/mo or $19.95/quarter) provides the ability to track other weather indicators for up to 5-day extended forecasts in over 2,000 locations: pollen forecast, wind speed, humidity, dew point, comfort level, barometric pressure/tendency, visibility, UV index, expected precipitation, and more.

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Specifications: Includes frosted glass cube (containing Ambient transceiver, electronics, LEDs) and power cord.
Object dimensions: 5.5" x 3.5" x 3.5"
Object weight: 1 lb 6 oz (or 22 oz)
Country of Origin: Made in USA

 

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How does the Beacon differ from the best-selling Ambient Orb?

When creating the Ambient Beacon we included the best features of the Orb; hand-blown glass, nationwide wireless updates, and amazing ease of use.

Then we added the ability for the Beacon to listen to its local weather automatically. Just plug it in and the Beacon auto-configures to the local weather forecasts with no monthly fee ever.

You can also choose forecasts from five local cities, activity channels, and of course you can upgrade to receive detailed weather updates on wind speed, pollen count, and more.

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