How to Shop for the Best DVD Player

Published on November 17, 2005 to Networking

You usually get what you pay for, but this is certainly not true for DVD players. Instead of overpaying $500 for a player from a brand-name OEM, we strongly suggest that you check out the decoder and video processing components under the hood first before making a purchase. Read more

The OQO: WindowsXP in the Palm of Your Hand

Published on December 14, 2004 to Notebooks and Laptops

With a WindowsXP OS, the OQO is no PDA despite its ultra-compact form factor. But what is the big deal about accessing WindowsXP applications in a device that fits in the palm of your hand? Read more

Archos 5 Media Player: Wishlist-Worthy

Published on November 3, 2008 to Audio/Video Players

The well-designed and seriously attractive Archos 5 media player has a better screen and sound than its predecessor, but should you buy it? Read more

First DivX Player: Kiss DP-450

Published on January 24, 2003 to Networking

Until now, movies in space-saving DivX (MPEG-4) format could only be viewed on a PC. The KiSS DVD player is the first standalone device for TVs and projectors. How does it stack up in practice? Read more

D-Link DSM-520: Flexible digital media player with HDMI

Published on June 13, 2006 to Networking

Jim Buzbee finds a lot to like in D-Link's HD digital media player, despite reoccurring hassles with MP3 files that have album art. Read more