Above average (B)
6 reviews
01/2008
- Type: Mini Radio
- Supported bands: AM, FM
1/2008 8 products tested |
7 out of 10 points
The well integrated delivery of the Tivoli Audio iYiYi offers plenty of assertion and detail, particularly between what AVReviews describe as an unprocessed midrange and a balanced, neutral treble. |
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11/2007 Single test |
3 out of 5 stars
Value for money: 2.5 out of 5 stars "It’s a classy looking, decent sounding speaker system, but as an alarm clock it doesn’t quite deliver - the interface is a pain, and the built in alarm is irritating." |
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Magazine 10/2007 4 products tested |
"very good" (4 out of 5 stars)
"... we're not entirely convinced about this system: the looks we can just about live with, but that hefty price-tag is an issue. If only it was a little cheaper ..." |
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7/2007 Single test |
4 out of 5 stars
Value for money: 3.5 out of 5 stars "... Even though it doesn't match the sound quality of the best systems in its class, the iYiYi sounds quite good and provides an extensive set of features, stellar FM reception, and an impressive remote. ..." |
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8/2007 Single test |
4 out of 5 points
"There's no doubting the Tivoli Audio iYiYi's audio quality: it's superb. The unit is also very well built and feels rock solid. And there are some neat features, such as the output jack for recording and the alarm clock. ..." |
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4/2007 4 products tested |
4 out of 5 stars
"Try as we might to knock the iYiYi for its appearance and lack of digital tuner the quality of the sound it produces make it a truly outstanding iPod dock." |
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Tests on similar products: Orange Liveradio, Pure Move Digital Radio, Tivoli Audio iPal + Apple iPod Dock, Roberts Radio Gemini 29, Trust SP-2993Wi DAB Radio Alarm Clock, Roberts Radio Sound 78, Intempo PG-02, Genus Type-R, JVC RA-P10, iLuv i177.
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Summary
The mini radio was put through its paces in the test labs of 5 magazines and came away with mostly good reviews.
Under the microscope, the Mini Radio was able to obtain its best score of 4 out of 5 stars in the 7/2007 issue of PC Advisor online magazine. The Test Labs of PC Advisor online magazine saw fit to give it a score of 3 out of 5 stars (review in issue 11/2007).
