10sec Gadget Review: Sangean's WFR-20 Wi-Fi Internet Radio

What is it?

• WiFi BoomBox
• Dimensions (WxHxD mm): 290 x 115 X 215
• Weight: 2.98Kg

What can it do?

• Plays MP3, WMA, AAC, AIFF, FLAC, and Real Audio formats over network shared folders
• Supports streaming from uPnP media servers (i.e. Windows Media Player)
• plays Internet radio (connects via its own directory but users can submit new stations via its website)
• 12 preset stations
• Clock display
• 4 alarm timers (radio or buzzer)
• Sleep timer with gentle fade
• 2x5W stereo speakers built in
• Connect to Internet via WiFi (802.11 g/b) or LAN (10/100 baseT)
• Aux input for other sources (e.g. MP3 player)
• Line out and headphone jack
• Compact IR remote control

What can it NOT do?

• No FM reception
• No CD playback option
• No internal battery hence limiting its portability

How much does it cost?

• US$248.16 from Amazon.com
• S$569 from eBay
• S$599 from HELMS

Where can I find more information?

• Product page on Company website