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Beyonwiz DP-P2

Beyonwiz DP-P2

Beyonwiz's DP-P2 is a PVR for those who don't mind a bit of tinkering and setting things up. The quest for the perfect PVR still continues.

28/08/2008 05:27 PM

TiVo HD

TiVo HD

Despite missing some key features, the TiVo HD is a worthwhile investment if you don't want to pay for cable, and it poses no ongoing EPG fees.

26/08/2008 11:16 AM

LG DP392G

LG DP392G

The LG DP392G is a great portable DVD player with features to keep almost anyone happy, if only it had enough battery for long plane journeys.

14/08/2008 05:20 PM

Panasonic DMR-XW300

Panasonic DMR-XW300

The Panasonic DMR-XW300 is a very versatile DVD recorder which includes dual-HD recording and excellent DVD playback.

31/07/2008 05:14 PM

Panasonic DMR-BW500

Panasonic DMR-BW500

The Panasonic DMR-BW500 is Australia's first Blu-ray recorder and while it isn't a bargain, it is one of the most feature complete PVRs on the market.

23/06/2008 11:55 AM

Foxtel iQ2

Foxtel iQ2   Editors’ Choice

The Foxtel iQ2 is one of the best upgrades currently available for people who've invested in a HD panel, and it will only get better.

05/06/2008 05:55 PM

TEAC DVP703

TEAC DVP703

The DVP703 might seem like another cheapy portable DVD player. In price terms it is — but its value is rather more than first meets the eye.

19/05/2008 02:20 PM

Homecast HT8000 PVR

Homecast HT8000 PVR

The Homecast HT8000 PVR brings a budget approach to the twin tuner HD market — and that budget approach has both its good and bad sides.

13/05/2008 12:05 PM

Samsung BD-P1500

Samsung BD-P1500

The Samsung BD-P1500 is a Blu-ray player which features an HD Audio Bitstream output and an Ethernet port for firmware updates.

12/05/2008 11:54 AM

Denon DVD-1940

Denon DVD-1940

The Denon DVD-1940 is a worthwhile successor to to the 1930, with great DVD pictures. If the upscaler was up to snuff it would be perfect.

07/03/2008 10:15 AM

Panasonic DMP-BD30

Panasonic DMP-BD30

The Panasonic DMP-BD30 offers excellent video quality and is Blu-ray Profile 1.1 compliant, but those who want high-resolution audio will need a cutting-edge AV receiver.

28/02/2008 02:03 PM

Sony DVP-FX720W

Sony DVP-FX720W

The FX720 has its limitations, but for the price, it does what it is designed to do well enough.

20/02/2008 12:31 PM

Samsung DVD-HR755

Samsung DVD-HR755

The Samsung DVD-HR755 should only be of interest to those in analog TV reception areas. Everyone else can (and should) do better.

20/02/2008 10:27 AM

Samsung BD-P1400

Samsung BD-P1400

The Samsung BD-P1400 has a lot to offer for the price in HD audio-video performance and is highly recommended — especially if you don't care for interactive features.

29/01/2008 02:29 PM

Sony BDPS500B

Sony BDPS500B

The Sony BDPS500B is an excellent sonic performer and will upscale your DVD collection — but it's outshone by cheaper players for Blu-ray playback.

17/01/2008 03:48 PM

Sharp BDHP20X

Sharp BDHP20X

The Sharp BDHP20X is a fine HD performer for its money, but it lacks a few too many features for comfort.

16/01/2008 05:44 PM

Dvico TVIX 4130SH PVR

Dvico TVIX 4130SH PVR

DViCO's 4130SH will play back just about anything you throw at it. Just don't do your throwing from the network.

10/01/2008 05:33 PM

D-Link DSM-320RD Wireless Media Player

D-Link DSM-320RD Wireless Media Player

The DSM-320RD is a simple media streamer that's definitely a touch dated, but worthwhile if your needs are only very modest -- or if you need a spare DVD player.

10/01/2008 05:07 PM

Toshiba SD-P2900

Toshiba SD-P2900

The Toshiba SD-P2900 is a portable DVD player with a wealth of features, but for the price you can also afford a laptop with an onboard DVD recorder.

03/12/2007 04:31 PM

Sony RDRHXD870

Sony RDRHXD870

The Sony RDRHXD870 appears to offer an impressive range of features -- including 1080p upscaling and a USB port -- for an attractive price.

26/11/2007 03:44 PM

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    • Beyonwiz DP-P2

      Beyonwiz DP-P2

      Beyonwiz's DP-P2 is a PVR for those who don't mind a bit of tinkering and setting things up. The quest for the perfect PVR still continues.

    • TiVo HD

      TiVo HD

      Despite missing some key features, the TiVo HD is a worthwhile investment if you don't want to pay for cable, and it poses no ongoing EPG fees.

    • LG DP392G

      LG DP392G

      The LG DP392G is a great portable DVD player with features to keep almost anyone happy, if only it had enough battery for long plane journeys.

    • Panasonic DMR-XW300

      Panasonic DMR-XW300

      The Panasonic DMR-XW300 is a very versatile DVD recorder which includes dual-HD recording and excellent DVD playback.

    • Panasonic DMR-BW500

      Panasonic DMR-BW500

      The Panasonic DMR-BW500 is Australia's first Blu-ray recorder and while it isn't a bargain, it is one of the most feature complete PVRs on the market.

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