DVD & PVRs

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    Sony PlayTV (PS3)

    02 Nov 2009 4:16 PM

    The Sony PlayTV is an add-on for the PlayStation 3 that allows you to use your console as a fully-fledged, dual-tuner video recorder.

    Specs: Accessories , Dual-tuner PVR

  • 8.3

    Toshiba 22DV615Y LCD TV/DVD Combo

    23 Oct 2009 5:05 PM

    Toshiba's 22DV615Y LCD TV/DVD combo unit is compact and simple to use, but screen quality could be better.

    Specs: LCD , 22 inch, 1366 x 768 pixels, 1

  • 7.8

    LG MS408 HD DVR

    04 Sep 2009 3:29 PM

    The LG MS408 HD DVR is a hard drive-based PVR that offers two tuners and a wealth of connectivity options including YouTube access.

    Specs: 250 GB, Yes

  • 6.0

    Dvico TViX HD R-3300 HD Digital Jukebox + Ultimate PVR

    07 Aug 2009 9:34 AM

    TViX's supposedly HD PVR promises to be the "ultimate" PVR. We can't help thinking that "basic" would have been a better appellation.

    Specs: 0.125 GB, 1

  • 8.0

    Loewe Art 42 SL Full-HD+ 100 DR+

    26 Jun 2009 2:12 PM

    Not within everyone's ballpark, the Loewe Art 42 SL is a pricey LCD TV, but if you can afford it, you won't be disappointed. It's a stylish bit of kit with plenty of upgrade and customisable options.

    Specs: LCD , 42 inch, 100 Hz, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 3

  • 7.9 9.2

    Topfield TRF2400 Masterpiece HD

    25 Jun 2009 9:52 AM

    The Topfield Masterpiece HD is a very capable PVR that offers a lot of recording flexibility and just as many cutting edge features as the "big boys".

    Specs: 0.5 GB, 1 , Yes

  • 8.2 9

    Panasonic DMR-XW450

    22 Jun 2009 4:11 PM

    Panasonic's upmarket DVD recorder has oodles of functionality, but it's hidden behind a somewhat obtuse remote control.

    Specs: 500 GB

  • 7.3 5

    Western Digital My DVR Expander

    12 May 2009 5:28 PM

    Western Digital's TiVo expanding drive works as advertised, but is only recommended for non-networked homes.

  • 7.8 1.4

    TiVo Home Networking

    11 May 2009 1:48 PM

    It's tough to move past the sticker shock of the cost of TiVo's home networking solution, but it is a simple solution for those wanting more portable TV out of their PVR.

  • 7.5

    Marantz DV4003

    20 Apr 2009 4:17 PM

    If you're looking to play your existing collection of DVDs and don't want a Blu-ray player, then the Marantz DV4003 is an excellent choice.

    Specs: 1

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