Randi that is exactly what it is. It is a radio and flashlight. My father-in-law just picked one up. He works nights at a retirement village so wanted something to help pass the time. He wanted something small and discrete. You just click the scan button and it finds a channel if you don't like it hit the scan button again. You can do this until you find a station you like to listen to. It is quite cute. It is a great little thing for night time walks or even for when you are having a hard time sleeping. Just pop in the headphones and find a nice easy listening channel and relax until you fall asleep.