What Hi-Fi? Verdict
Still one of the best machines in its class, the Humax is a very capable PVR
Pros
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Attractive design
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BBC iPlayer and internet radio function
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easy to operate
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excellent picture quality
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punchy sound
Cons
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Still no Sky Player functionality
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Over the past few years, Humax has been the king of the set-top-box, be it Freeview, Freesat, standard or high definition.
Part of the appeal is that Humax products are very approachable – and we include the Fox T2 in this category. The supplied remote is simple, yet very effective.
On-screen menus are big, bold and easy to follow. The EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) is clearly laid out and nicely proportioned: there’s an on-screen window which shows the programme currently being watched.
BBC iPlayer is good
The BBC iPlayer picture is to a similar standard. The switch to high-definition gives a boost to clarity, and detail, and helps to subdue any onscreen noise.
Sonically, the Humax favours a lively, upbeat approach without sounding thin or edgy. Familiar theme tunes are delivered with impressive verve and there’s good weight given to dialogue and action scenes.
This is a capable, user-friendly unit with improved functionality; if you want twin-tuner recording, it’s your best bet.
