5 Nov 2008, 19:02

BiOrb Life Collection

FIRST LOOK: New fish bowl means end of spaceman impressions but happier creatures trade-off

We've had our eye on this little box for a while; promising to bring the humble goldfish bowl into the 21st century (and designer interiors), with such delights as a natty acrylic construction and high-tech lighting to simulates natural night and day patterns.

Coming in three sizes (30l, 45l and 60l), as well as in a palette of either 'chilli', 'ice white' or 'piano black', the marketing promises a hugely reduced cleanout schedule and 'intelligence'. But for between £200 and £275, we rather expect it to beat us at chess, too.

We've just had one dropped off at the office, and we'll be filling it up, testing it out and getting a select panel of piscine judges to deliver their verdict in due course. And not a fishy-pun in sight.

Now where's that copy of Finding Nemo..?

More here.

Reef One BiOrb Life Collection


Price: £240
Website: www.reef-one.com

OVERVIEW

  • Acrylic aquarium with LED lighting

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Dimensions:
    38 x 26 x 58 cm (WDH)
  • Features:
    Available in 30l, 45l, and 60l sizes. Intelligent LED Light – replicating sunrise, sunset and blue moonlight. Cast Acrylic construction – 10x stronger than glass. Low-voltage pumps and lighting.