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Tangent's Duo FM/AM alarm clock radio is now available in the UK, distributed by Sennheiser.

For those who don't want (or can't get) DAB, the Duo, described as "very high-quality", offers classic manual tuning for FM and AM stations.

Claiming to offer the best of Danish retro design, the Tangent Uno has been launched in the UK.

With a curved wooden cabinet, the Uno is available in eight colours including red, purple, yellow, orange and lime green in a high gloss finish...

New DAB radios are coming in thick and fast this month, however that hasn't stopped Tangent radios launching a two new colours to brighten up this awful summer we are having here in Britain.

Mellow Yellow High Gloss and Tasty Lime Green...

The Tangent Quattro internet radio has been well received since its launch, picking up at least one award. It's now received a revamp, hence the "Mk2" tag that should make it more attractive to those who have been tempted.

Offering FM Radio...

Danish manufacturer Tangent has added its fifth radio to its range, and the Cinque is the first to offer a CD player as well as DAB radio.

Tangent adds that iPod and MP3 players can easily be integrated too.

The radio function...

The Tangent Quattro WiFi Alarm Radio is described as an idiot-proof bedside alarm clock that gives you access, via your wireless network, to the 6000 internet radio stations from around the world.

As well as letting you wake up to sounds...