Struggling to think of the perfect gift this Christmas? There’s a digital radio for everyone, at a range of prices – so there’s something to suit every pocket!
Just check that the person you’re buying for has digital radio coverage before you buy.
Here’s our Christmas shopping list:
For that special someone try the most Amazing digital radio as voted for in our poll. The Pure Evoke 3 is packed with features, Pure claim it’s the world’s most advanced digital radio and with an electronic programme guide, record, pause, rewind, remote control and the ability to play MP3s or connect an iPod we’re not going to argue!
For sleepyheads make getting up less of a chore with a stylish bedside alarm clock. Roberts Dreamtime clock radio has two independent alarms and options to be woken by radio or buzzer. It has a large easy-to-read screen and its blue backlight can be dimmed. With auto time set, adjustable sleep and snooze timers there’s no excuse to sleep in!
For music collectors the elegant Sony CMTLX40i micro hi-fi system has everything they need. This unit has a CD player, AM, FM and digital radio as well as an integrated iPod dock and built-in speaker unit. It has a sleep setting to let you drift off enjoying your favourite radio and a remote control to put you in charge of the music without getting out of your seat.
For people on the go let them take their favourite digital stations with them with the Clarity Vision Cube. Roughly the size of a small box of matches, this tiny personal digital radio – the smallest in the world – is ideal for taking out and about. It has a built-in rechargeable battery with USB charger which gives around 8 hours listening time.
For motorheads it’s got to be the Pure Highway. This clever product converts existing car stereos to allow them to receive digital radio. It’s quick and easy to install (you can fit it yourself in minutes) and also lets you listen to your iPod or MP3 player through your car stereo. Find out how it works at www.lovemyradio.com.
For iPod lovers a good set of speakers is a must, combine these with a digital radio to make the gift extra special. The Bush DAB Radio with iPod Dock (NE3710DAB) is a digital radio with a universal iPod docking station and stereo speakers as well as a host of other features including an alarm clock, sleep settings, FM and remote control.
For anyone with a visual impairment, or who still listens to cassette tapes, try the Roberts Concerto. Specially designed for the British Wireless for the Blind Fund, this digital radio comes with high contrast raised symbol controls, CD and memory card player both with ‘bookmark function’ as well as a cassette player and recorder. Available only from www.blind.org.uk.
Or for fashionistas digital radios come in a range of colours to match your friend’s outfits, personalities and homes:
The high-selling Sony XDRS55 can be mains or battery powered, has a clock and sleep timer and is available in pink or black.
The Pure Move, a palm-sized radio letting you listen through speaker or headphones, this comes with a leather carry case in either red or black.
The Pure One Mini is a compact digital radio available in stylish silver, pink, black or white and also offers FM and an iPod input.
The Pure Evoke Mio has a two-tone leather and suede effect finish and comes in a variety of colours including chilli or chocolate.
Or the Bush Stereo DAB/FM Radio (CDAB5R), a stereo digital radio that comes in festive red, icy silver or classic black, and at under £35 you can afford to treat yourself to one too!