Intempo has launched a handheld DAB/FM radio with MP3 playback and built-in wireless FM transmitter that will allow you to listen to DAB radio in your car even if you haven’t got a DAB radio, but is it any good? We get listening to find out.
Called the BD-01 the portable player’s main calling card is the ability to transmit the DAB radio signal to a nearby FM radio.
The device, which works in an identical way to a standard standalone FM transmitter means that you’ll be able to get your favourite DAB stations on any FM radio in the UK.
In practice and it’s very easy to set-up and use for both the MP3 player function and the DAB radio and merely a case of tuning-in your FM radio in the kitchen or the car.
Like other portable DAB radios, the BD-01 uses the earphones to act as an aerial to ensure a signal, but you will have to ensure you are in a strong signal area to benefit else you’ll…