Philips Avent DECT Baby Monitor SCD506 review
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- Audio
The Philips Avent DECT Baby Monitor SCD506 is an audio-only baby monitor. It can play lullabies and sense room temperature, and you can talk to your baby through the intercom. We put this digital baby monitor to the test to see how easy it is to use, how good the sound and picture quality are, and how well it protects your precious data. Read our expert review to find out more.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- How easy is it to set up and use?
- How long will the battery last?
- What's video and sound quality like?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
First reviewed by Which?
May 2018
Released
February 2016
Technical specifications
General
- TypeAudio
Features
- Lullabies
- Temperature display
- Wi-fi enabled
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