Typical price: £50
What is it: DAB and FM portable radio
What we think: Great FM performance, but its DAB tuner is weak, so the AE5200 fell short of our expectations
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 25 September 2009
Tags: Philips, Philips AE5200, hi-fi, dynamic range, headphones
We like:
Good looks; innovative controls; strong FM tuner
We don't like:
Drains batteries quickly; weak DAB tuner
CNET UK judgement:
The Philips AE5200 benefits from clever design touches, excellent FM performance and good looks, but it's let down by an under-powered DAB tuner and greedy battery consumption. It's a real shame to see these problems in an otherwise good portable radio
Full review:
Philips' AE5200 radio seems to offer the best of all worlds: good looks, portability, FM and DAB reception, and the choice of using battery or mains power -- all for £50. If you think it sounds too good to be true, your judgement is sound. The AE5200 checks all the boxes, but it's not without its flaws. Continue Reading...
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