Philips DC200 Clock Radio and iPod Dock review

Looking for a great clock radio to use with your iPod? Here is the Philips DC200, a great clock radio complete with an iPod dock and mp3 connection. Not only is this a great-looking unit, it sports fantastic sound and a bag full of features. Yet another great thing about this clock is that it has the ability to play back music directly from a USB device, like a thumb drive or storage device.

On the decent-sized LCD screen the clock will show you what track you are playing, as well as the time of course. When you are setting your alarm you can choose from waking up to your own music, the radio or a selection of pre-loaded nature sounds. The sound quality is pretty good in a small room, but don’t expect it to replace your regular stereo or anything. If you hate programming FM radio stations you can just hold down the ‘prog’ button and the clock will automatically find 20 stations for you.

For the price, you are getting a fair sounding clock radio with iPod capability. It is nice looking, has all the features you need and then some. Anyone who likes to listen to their music by their bedside will find that the Philips DC200 Clock Radio fits the bill perfectly, so if you have an iPod lover in the family and are on a budget this is a great choice, and you can never go wrong with Philips.

Roberts iDream DAB Clock Radio review

Roberts iDream DAB/FM RDS Digital Stereo Clock Radio

Who knew that you could get so many features jam-packed into one unit? The Roberts iDream DAB Clock Radio is a great clock radio that has so many things going on you will probably never get tired of all the things it can do. From normal clock radio functions to remote control, DAB and FM radio, all with an iPod dock this machine is the complete package.

For starters, the clock is housed in a semi-round black and chrome casing with speakers house in the side. While the shape may remind some of those automatic vacuum cleaners, it is nice looking and will blend in with any bedroom décor. The large LCD display is easy to read and has multiple dimmer settings to not disturb your valuable beauty sleep. When it comes to waking up in the morning you have your choice of radio, buzzer or iPod. If you haven’t joined the iPod movement yet, you can still listen to mp3 tunes through the aux input socket, and to avoid fights with the misses there is a headphone socket as well.

The Roberts iDream DAB Clock Radio is incredibly easy to use with its large display and easy to follow menu functions. The time is set automatically, so no worrying about being late for work, and a remote control comes in handy for changing the music when you are across the room. For the price, this is one of the most affordable clock radio and ipod units on the market.

Philips AJL 305 Clock Radio review

This clock radio is perfect for the family person who likes to see his or her family right when they wake up every morning. Not only does the Philips AJL 305 Clock Radio let you upload up to twenty digital pictures of your favourite people, it also your five favourite people to record a personal 2-minute message just for you to wake up to.

The clock itself is very nice to look at, thin, black and even wall-mountable if you are tight on space. Digital FM tuning lets you get your best stations without interference, and 20 stations presents mean that they are just a button away at all times.  This unit makes a great gift for dad or grandparents, and you can use the included software to pre-load it with pictures of the kids. As they grow you can update the pictures and their voice messages with the click of a button.

Although the Philips AJL 305 Clock Radio may not be for everyone, it is great for those who like a nice, compact clock radio along with the personalized pictures and voice recording of their loved ones. If you have a spouse who is away from home a lot he or she can take the clock with them and their family will always be close at hand. Or you can keep it at home and save yourself money on picture frames. Either way this is a great clock with Philips standard quality and attention to detail.

White John Lewis DAB Clock Radio review

Anyone who prefers retro styling and wood accents will quickly fall in love with the fashionable John Lewis DAB Clock Radio. Offering you the option of listening to DAB internet radio or regular FM, you will never be short of great music wherever you happen to keep this clock.

The LCD display on this unit is nice and big, and automatically dims as the light fades in the room so you never have to worry about it being too bright, or not being able to read it when the sun comes up in the morning. With 16 presets your best stations are always close at hand.

For those of you who are new to the concept of Internet radio, the John Lewis DAB Clock Radio will open your eyes to the thousands of available radio stations out there that you can listen to from all over the world, right in the comfort of your bed. While you may think that the price tag doesn’t match such a modest looking clock, the array of listening opportunities it offers you makes it well worth it.

Sony ICFCD855L CD Clock Radio review

For those bored of the boring old square-modeled CD clock radio combos will love the styling of the new Sony ICFCD855L CD Clock Radio. It manages to give you access to all the information you need with a decent-sized display, easy access buttons and a CD player all without compromising on Sony style or quality. Now you can replace your clunky alarm clock and oversized desktop stereo system all at once.

The FM/AM/LW digital tuner on this model ensures that all of your stations come in crystal clear, and with 20 available presets your favourite stations are just a button press away. Choose to wake up to radio or CD with this model, and you will find that the sound quality is excellent. A nice big snooze button on the front will let you easily negotiate a bit more sleep, and a daylight savings time button makes it a snap to change times in the spring and fall.

Get as much function as you can out of your bedside clock, with radio, cd and more. Added features on the Sony ICFCD855L include mega bass, extendable snooze, CD-R/RW playback and a headphones jack so you don’t annoy your spouse. A dual alarm means you don’t have to worry about changing times between days, and the white back-lit LCD display is easy to read any time of day or night. This is a great unit that encompasses everything you need in one stylish design, you will not need another clock or music player in your room again.

Roberts CRD19 DAB Clock Radio review

While this may not by the prettiest clock on the block, it does offer a nice array of features for your bedside table. It’s large, easy to read display is perfect for those who hate to have to squint at night to see the time, and the options on this model make it perfect for those who like a lot of choice when it comes to their clock.

The dual alarm is very useful if you have a spouse that likes to sleep in a bit more than you, or if you need to get up a different times during the week. The clock sets itself automatically so you never have to worry about it being fast or slow. Offering both DAB and classic FM you will have your choice of stations to choose from, and the adjustable sleep and snooze timer comes in handy when you like a bit more rest between buzzers.

If you have an MP3 player or iPod you can use an auxiliary plug in to listen through the clock’s speakers, and you can also plug in headphones so you don’t bug your spouse if you want to listen to the radio before going to bed.

The Roberts CRD19 DAB Clock Radio is perfect for anyone who wants a clock that looks like a clock instead of a piece of modern art, and wants all the functionality of FM radio, DAB and MP3 input. With great sound, clear display and easy settings this clock is at the top of the class.

Black Sony ICFC1iPMK2B Clock Radio iPod Dock review

Sometimes you just want a piece of electronic that does it all, and in this case the Sony ICFC1iPMK2B Clock Radio is that item. Sleek and black this clock looks fabulous in a bedroom or office, even your kitchen, anywhere you want to know the time as well as having a great on-demand speaker system for your iPod.

As a clock this unit offers a good size LCD display, and gives you the options of waking up to AM/FM Radio, alarm buzzer or your own playlist off your iPod. The sleek design has all the buttons located on top of the unit so the face of the clock and speakers are unobstructed.

For a music device, Sony has invested their standard of great quality sound. Whether you want to wake up to your own music or like to have the radio or tunes playing while you read at your bedside this clock has superior sound at an extremely reasonable price. The all-black design is attractive  yet unobtrusive and would fit in with about any décor. A sliding backstop at the rear of the iPod dock lets you adjust the depth to fit any iPod model.

The Sony ICFC1iPMK2B Clock Radio with iPod dock would be a perfect gift for anyone with an iPod who wants good sound without the need for a large speaker system. Any small space is the perfect place for this clock to entertain with great music, or simply to let the user wake up to a customized playlist.

Lumie Bodyclock Classic Alarm Clock review

For those who are interested in a light therapy clock the Lumie Bodyclock Classic is a great choice. Not only does it help improve mood and sleep patterns, it also has great styling with its old-fashioned clock face complimented with a chrome finish.

Decreasing natural sunlight during winter months can interfere with the body’s natural rhythms, causing sleep trouble and even negatively effecting mood. Light therapy increases the amount of serotonin in the brain which lifts the mood, and falling asleep or waking up to the equivalent of a sunset or sunrise helps reset the body and lets you wake and sleep more naturally.With this clock you set the 30-minute timer before going to bed and it will slowly decrease the light in the room, which signals your brain to go to sleep. In the morning the clock will slowly illuminate so you wake up gradually and are rested and refreshed.

Besides the great look and help of light therapy, the clock also has a back up buzzer alarm for deep sleepers and AM/FM radio so you can wake up to a favourite station or traffic and weather report. For those who like a little illumination at night there is a setting to leave the lamp on a small amount.

The Lumie Bodyclock Classic has a great design and many good features for anyone looking for a combination clock and light therapy lamp. If you are in the market for an alarm clock anyways you should try one that incorporates light therapy, it will give you a better sleep and more energy.

Oregon Daylight Projection Clock review

The Oregon Daylight Projection Clock is a modern, cool-looking clock that will fit perfectly into your modern décor. The clock has a nice bright display and projects the date, time and temperature on the wall when the alarm goes off in the morning. The clock even has sensors that detect the amount of light in the room and adjust the brightness of the projection accordingly.

One of the most amazing things about this clock is that you don’t need to touch the clock at all to turn off the alarm, just need wave your hand over the LED projection and the alarm will cease. You can even do the same to adjust the display settings – cool!

The LCD display is big and bright, allowing you to easily read it at any time, day or night. The projection feature means you never have to crane your head around to look at the clock when your alarm goes off in the morning, just look up. And with a wave of your hand you can snooze the clock to squeeze in a few more zzzzs before rolling yourself out of bed.

Anyone you know who likes gadgets and sleek lines will appreciate this clock as a gift, or even a housewarming present. The clock likes to draw the eye, and accentuates a bedroom with its stylish black and chrome design. The Oregon Daylight Projection Clock is battery-operated, but with an LCD display a few batteries will go a long way.

Buy the Oregon Daylight Projection Clock from gadgetepoint for £69.99 (use the voucher code ATGX5 before the end of 2008 and you will save 5% at gadgetepoint).