Philips is obviously feeling a touch nostalgic, as the Philips Original Radio range gives a nod to the 1950s, while still being a very modern piece of kit.
Tag: DAB
Roberts Vintage DAB radio
The Roberts Revival radio is perhaps the better known vintage-style offering, but I actually prefer this Roberts Vintage DAB radio.
View Quest retro-style DAB radio and iPod dock
I guess you could say this is a Roberts Radio for the modern era, with the View Quest retro-style DAB radio and iPod dock having the look, but offering modern-day functionality.
Pure Evoke Mio by Orla Kiely – Abacus Flower Edition DAB digital radio
The follow up to the original Pure Mio, the Pure Evoke Mio Abacus Flower Edition by Orla Kiely throws in another of the retro-styled designs, plus a few new features to the digital radio itself.
Speaking about the new design, Kiely said: 'I chose the slate grey, Abacus Flower print for this radio as it contrasts well with the first radio and fits in with my passion for creating quality and functional down-to-earth designs that complement any home interior.'
Roberts Revival iStream internet DAB radio
Not just a Roberts Revival radio, the Roberts Revival iStream internet DAB radio mixes that 50s styling with the power of the net.
By that, we mean the original DAB radio functionality is joined by Wi-Fi internet radio, so the many digital radio stations you can access with this portable retro-styled radio are joined by thousands of internet radio stations and shows. You can also use it to stream your personal music collection directly from your laptop or to access Last.fm.
Find the stations via the digital interface on top, one of the few concessions to the modern era in the design. Powered by mains or battery, the Roberts Revival iStream sells for £199.95.
View Quest Retro 1 radio – retro-styled DAB radio with iPod dock
The old meets the new with the View Quest Retro 1 radio, which offers digital radio and a place to park your iPod or iPhone.
It's designed to look like a vintage radio, complete with leather casing and the all-important carrying handle. On looks alone, it's a winner. But it also has the modern-day functionality, with DAB/FM radio, 10 presets, an auto-scan function for finding stations plus the dock for playing your iPod/iPhone tunes through the 2x 2 watt speakers. A back-lit LCD screen finishes things off.
Just the red available right now, with other colours to follow. £99.99 is the price. See another image over the page.
