This section reflects some of the questions that we get asked most regularly about DAB digital radio. We've designed the website to be a comprehensive source of information, but if you're looking for a quick answer to a specific question, we hope you'll find it listed below.

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• What types of DAB digital radios are there?

• Are DAB digital radios easy to use and tune into stations?

• How can I find out about the DAB digital radios available?

• When will analogue radio be switched off?

• What extra features does digital radio offer?

  A DAB digital radio offers digital quality sound, easy tuning (by station name not frequency) and a huge choice of stations.
  
  Display information can tell you what you are listening to, what is coming next, or give you contact details or competition information.
  
  Some digital radios also offer additional functionality- the ability to pause, rewind and record live radio.
  
  For more information about our favourite radios please see our products section.

• What information can my DAB digital radio display?

• Are there any DAB digital radios that have rechargeable batteries or are good for the environment?

• Why is there a time delay between digital radio and analogue radio?

• Will my DAB digital radio be able to pause, rewind or record radio programmes?

• Can I get a DAB digital radio with a CD player?

• Where is my closest DAB digital radio retailer?

• Will I need a new aerial?

• How can I get better reception on my handheld DAB digital radio?

• How can I get better reception?

• Where can I find out more about aerials?