Most keychain flashlights give you a choice of brightness settings. The NITECORE TINI 3 goes a step further, letting you change the color temperature of its beam. It’s a surprisingly useful feature for a flashlight small enough to fit alongside your house keys.
Measuring just 47.2mm (1.86 inches) long and weighing 20g (0.71 oz), the TINI 3 is barely larger than a wireless earbud. Yet its dual LED system can produce up to 600 lumens, with a maximum beam distance of 90m (295 feet).
The interesting part isn’t just how bright it gets, though. It’s how you can tailor the light to different situations.
Three Different Lights in One
NITECORE’s Multiple Color Temperatures (MCT) technology lets you switch between warm, neutral and cool white light. The 3,000K warm setting provides a softer glow, while the 4,500K neutral mode works well for everyday tasks. Switch to 6,500K for a cooler, whiter beam that can help distinguish details outdoors.
There’s even a tiny OLED display built into the body. It shows your current brightness, color temperature, battery level and estimated remaining runtime. Two buttons control the settings, while a lockout function helps prevent accidental activation in your pocket.
The TINI 3 also packs a rechargeable 330mAh battery, with USB-C charging for convenience. At its lowest 1-lumen setting, NITECORE claims up to 85 hours of runtime. The 600-lumen Turbo mode is intended for short bursts rather than continuous use.
An aluminum alloy body adds durability, while IP54 protection helps it withstand dust and splashes. It’s not designed for underwater use, but it should handle the occasional rainy walk.
For something that weighs less than a handful of coins, the TINI 3 offers an unusual amount of control. It’s a clever little flashlight for anyone who appreciates compact gadgets with genuinely useful features.
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