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Tech & Small Appliances
Tech doesn't have to be ugly to be useful. From TVs that look like works of art to retro-designed speakers and hi-tech DAB radios, we've put together a small but perfectly formed edit of gadgets to enhance the 21st-Century home.
Roberts Revival RadioJohn LewisBeloved for its nostalgia value, Roberts is bang up to date, with DAB, bluetooth and wireless options now as standard, yet still housed in the classic boxy leather case – famously based on Mrs Roberts’ handbag.
Sonos BeamSonosSound experts praise Sonos as the perfect mix of sound and styling. I have one of these Beam sound bars under my Frame TV where it almost disappears against the dark wall but means we don’t have to have the sound turned up to 11 (as was the case with our previous TV speaker).
Sonos One speakerArgosSee previous entry for sound quality credentials. Comes in a range of colours. Get a pair of them if your budget can stretch. As the name asserts, when it comes to wireless audio these really are the ones.
Marshall StanmoreJohn LewisIf you like retro styling, then this is probably the bluetooth speaker you need, as seen in boutique hotels around the world. And just like the Marshall amp in Spinal Tap, the mini-version also goes up to 11 – which as all the movie's fans will know is "one louder".
Ruark Clock Radio John LewisUK brand Ruark make exceptionally high quality audio equipment. We have woken up to one of these for years – and frankly the Today programme wouldn't sound quite right on anything else.
