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What is it: A bedside DAB alarm clock radio
What we think: We're not sure how PURE Digital did it, but the Chronos makes bedside radios glamorous. Decent DAB reception and four independent alarms mean this is a very desirable radio
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 14 June 2006
Tags: pure digital, alarm, operation, listening
We like:
Good reception; easy setup; clear, bright display; programmable alarms
We don't like:
No fall-back to FM transmissions
You might also need:
You'll need a bedside table to put it on
CNET UK judgement:
The Chronos is a breeze to set up and delivers straightforward DAB radio in an attractive chassis. Complaints about low bit rates are moot when you're listening to DAB broadcasts through the veils of sleep. This is the ultimate alarm clock, and a must for anyone who's looking for programmable alarms to wake them at different times each day
Latest user reviews
January 9, 2007
Posted by: Lynnden B
"Great alarm functionality and decent radio are let down by display and volume steps"
October 9, 2006
Posted by: Anonymous
"Shame about the display"
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