Streaming devices
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Logitech Transporter
01 May 2008 12:02 PM
If you're looking for a high-end media streamer — and we're talking almost ridiculously lofty, here — then the Logitech Transporter could be the ticket.
Specs: Music streamer , Ethernet, Wireless , 802.11g
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Logitech Squeezebox Duet
17 Mar 2008 3:10 PM
With its excellent remote, multi-format compatibility and smooth performance, the Logitech Squeezebox Duet is an easy recommendation.
Specs: Ethernet, Stereo audio, Coaxial, Optical , MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC, OGG , 802.11b, 802.11g
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Linksys Media Center Extender DMA2200
13 Mar 2008 5:43 PM
The MCE DMA2200 is probably the best media streaming device we've ever tested. It only works with Windows Vista, but for streaming media from a PC to the TV, it's ideal.
Specs: Media Center Extender , Ethernet, USB, S-Video, HDMI, Wireless, Coaxial, Optical , MPEG-1, MPEG-2, LPCM, DVD audio , 802.11g, 802.11n
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LaCie LaCinema Premier
19 Feb 2008 1:59 PM
The LaCie LaCinema Premier is a relatively quick and easy-to-use media streamer and external drive that won't burn holes in your coin pocket.
Specs: External USB 2.0 drive , USB, S-Video, Stereo audio, Coaxial, Optical , MP3, WMA, AAC, OGG, JPEG, BMP, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, PNG
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Pinnacle SoundBridge Home Music
10 Jan 2008 5:14 PM
The HomeMusic tries to make home music streaming simple, and it does this -- but at the rather severe cost of home wireless security.
Specs: Ethernet, Stereo audio, Coaxial, Optical , MP3, WMA, WAV, AIFF , 802.11b
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D-Link DSM-320RD Wireless Media Player
10 Jan 2008 5:07 PM
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.
Specs: Ethernet, SCART, S-Video, Wireless, Coaxial, Optical , MP3, WMA, WAV, AIFF, OGG, JPEG, BMP, AVI, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, XviD, GIF, PNG , 802.11g
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Netgear EVA8000 Digital Entertainer HD
08 Jan 2008 5:43 PM
Netgear's EVA8000 is a streaming media player designed to plug into your high-definition television, allowing you to enjoy your videos and listen to music stored on your network from the comfort of your lounge.
Specs: Digital media receiver , Ethernet, USB, SCART , MP3, WMA, WAV, JPEG, BMP, AVI, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, PNG , 802.11b, 802.11g
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Creative Xdock
20 Aug 2007 5:31 PM
Simple to use, excellent range and sounds great, but the Creative Xdock and Xmod Wireless combo is a little expensive for the features it offers.
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Sony Vaio VGF-WA1
18 Jul 2007 1:28 PM
While Web radio is kind of neat, this Vaio is pricey and if you plan to only play MP3s, we'd suggest just getting a set of speakers for your MP3 player.
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Logitech Squeezebox
26 Jul 2007 4:28 PM
You couldn't ask for a much simpler audio/Internet radio streamer than the Logitech Squeezebox, although you do pay a premium for that convenience.
Specs: Ethernet, Wireless , MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC, OGG , 802.11g
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