An FM transmitter allows you to stream audio from your phone through your car speakers using Bluetooth. It effectively turns your phone or other portable device into a mini radio station that only broadcasts a few metres. To work, the FM transmitter needs to be…

Many new cars now come with a DAB radio factory-fitted. For owners of older cars, however, the lack of a digital radio may eventually become a problem with the government committed to switching completely to digital once certain criteria are met, possibly as early as…

The best way to listen to UK radio abroad is via the internet, which could mean streaming the radio on a laptop or smartphone or using a standalone internet radio. It’s also possible to listen to the BBC World Service via shortwave in some parts…

Choosing a radio these days can be confusing. DAB, DAB+ and internet radio are all relatively new technologies, and not many people fully understand the differences between them and the pros and cons of each. In this article we’ll look at DAB and internet radio…

Whether you’re driving to work with the same radio DJ every day or eating your breakfast with your favourite station playing, listening to the radio is a part of so many people’s mornings. To gain access to more stations from different locations, you can download…

DAB radio offers greater choice than FM radio, and is generally considered the future of radio. It’s likely that there will be a digital radio switchover in the UK at some point in the near future, so it’s a good idea to make sure your…

While it has plenty of enthusiasts, DAB radio also has its fair share of critics. Many people say that DAB reception and sound quality is inferior to that of FM, though this does vary greatly depending on where you live. Let’s look at the pros…

If you’re looking to get DAB radio in your car, you should consider buying a digital car radio adapter. This could make listening to digital radio as simple as plugging in a small piece of kit into your stereo. However, there are some things you…

A lot of insomniacs listen to the radio late at night. Many people discover that this helps them get to sleep, and for some this becomes part of their bedtime routine. There are several reasons why people find it easier to fall asleep with the…

If it’s time to get a new radio, should you pay more for a digital radio or settle for a cheaper analogue radio? If you do get a DAB radio, will it offer you better sound quality and fix problems with poor reception?  Will it…