Revo AXiS

Revo AXiS review

Revo's AXiS offers DAB, internet and FM radio, streaming media from your Mac, a docking station for your iPod or iPhone, Last.fm (a year's subscription is included) and a clock with two alarms. It's fully shielded, so there's no need to put your iPhone into Airplane Mode. You can wirelessly connect to your home network, while stereo RCA ports enable you to integrate your AXiS into an existing stereo system and a 3.5mm AUX in port means you can connect non-Apple audio devices. There's even a composite video out for iPod/iPhone video. The AXiS is modelled in a stylish matte black, and features just two face controls; the power button and a large volume dial. Everything else is controlled within the 3.5-inch TFT touchscreen. Setting up and connecting to your network is easy, and the on-screen menu controls are clear. The touchscreen itself could be a little more responsive, but you soon get used to it. Navigating through the thousands of available internet stations is simple enough. They're organised by both location and genre, there are dedicated menus for both UK and BBC stations and you can designate favourites for easy return access.