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12 June 2009
For those who just want to listen to their favourite radio stations and are uninterested in new-fangled, modern channels, Sony has developed the XDR-S10. It won't win many awards for its innovative style, offering users the same timeless appearance of wireless radio devices that have been a feature of front rooms for many decades. Only a small digital screen gives away the fact it's a much more modern version. Unfortunately, what it lacks in looks it doesn't really make up for in sound quality. The DAB quality is decent enough, but nothing spectacular, while the FM setting delivers nothing above any normal FM radio. Definitely one for those tentatively dipping their toe into the digital radio market, this is available for £60.
At the other end of the market is Pure's Evoke Flow, which not only gets plenty of style points, it also has a range of functions that ensure users are right at the cutting edge of radio technology. The sleek, glossy black look is punctuated by some bright colours and large knobs, giving it a slight eighties throwback appearance. But nonetheless, this packs an impressive range of options into a small DAB package. On top of both DAB and FM tuners, the radio can be hooked up to a home Wi-Fi connection, giving users access to every radio station the internet has to offer. But to make sure users aren't overwhelmed by the vast choice available to them, Pure has developed an online service called Lounge, which allows you to collect and update your favourite radio stations via the computer. A touch-sensitive display adds to the cool feel of this model. Available for around £149.
For those looking for something a bit special and willing to push the boat out to impress, the Tivoli Networks Internet Radio should just about do it. Coming in at a cool £495, it's somewhat more expensive than your average radio, but offers some pretty neat additions to justify its hefty price tag. Despite its slightly old-fashioned look, the Tivoli is a modern gem, using Tivoli's NetWorks system to hook it up to the internet's music stations. It is also capable of selecting music from any music servers or PCs that are tuned into the wireless network. A remote allows users to set the timer and choose radio channels, among other things.
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