So, what’s the difference between the new Squeezbox Boom music streaming system and the original Squeezbox from Logitech? Well, this time, Logitech has squeezed in some real audio power meaning you don’t have to hook this up to separate speakers.

Inside is a 30Watt all-digital amplifier accompanied by two ¾in, high-definition, soft-dome tweeters and two 3in, high-power, long-throw woofers. Logitech says the bi-amplified design ‘delivers crystal clear sound with minimal noise and distortion’.

There’s even a connection for hooking it up to an external, dedicated subwoofer if you need even more low-end thump.

You just plug it in wherever you are at home and it will detect your network automatically. After that you can stream your tunes over an 802.11g wireless network connection or listen into thousands of Internet radio broadcasts.

The Squeezebox Boom - sadly - also operates as an alarm clock, so it’s not all fun. There are 6 preset buttons for finding your favourite tracks or stations and the remote control even features a tiny magnet so that you can stick it to the unit or the fridge.

It’s due for launch here in a few weeks and will cost more than the £150 US price, especially considering the existing Squeezbox costs around £180