On 15-11-2012 16:14, fred wrote:
SWMBO wants a battery operated radio that can pick up Radio 4 via the internet (we have a domestic wifi network.

What are her options ?

As others have said the TunedIn radio app, free or paid for Pro version
which allows you to record.

Assuming that you have a smartphone. Just connect it to some audio
equipment with a suitable cable if you want decent sound output.

Don't have smart phone? Then pick up a cheap android phone from Ebay. No
need to use a sim since you are only using it as a wifi device.

Maybe buy a nexus 7 tablet. Then it can be a radio, tv and so much more.