Advantages: cheap, many inputs, easy to use and set up
Disadvantages: long finalize and start up times, little choice in chapter length.

...I bought this machine just before my wedding in 2006. I was looking for a budget machine as I did not want to put the big money in for a sony or some other name brand. I found the liteon for 135 dollars at walmart, 20 dollars more then a durabrand and a magnavox but I knew lite-on, it was the brand of my computers burner. I bought the machine and right after getting it home I was already impressed, the ease of set up was astonishing. I quickly ran my digital cable box through the machine, ran the machine to my tv using component cables, and attached my dvd player and vcr to the machine using component cables and regular RCA cables. Other then the component in, and component out as well as the coax in and out and the rca in and out all on the back the machine also has a usb in and rca in on the front which I use for moving content... Read review

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Advantages: cute little thing with a brilliant picture
Disadvantages: sound could maybe be slightly louder.

...I had an old portable cluttering up my kitchen for a while and had decided it had to go to give me more room, However i didnt realise how much i would miss it for when i had to cook when my favourite programs were on. So i went on the hunt for an inexpensive flat screen tv, was there such a thing? Yes was the answer to my delight, it came in the shape of the daewoo DSL17D3, a cute little thing which going by the picture i could see in the shops display looked like good tv too. At the very reasionable price of £169.99 i thought this was the tv for me, so i bought it and set of home to see if it looked good in my kitchen and well i can tell you it did but then this stylish tv would look good just about anywhere. the tv`s specifications --------------------------- stereo sound Picture In Picture Auto tuner Resolution 1280 x 768... Read review

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Advantages: Looks great, plays great, lots of accessories, multiregion
Disadvantages: no free headphones

...I frequently travel on the train for 3 hour journeys each way so I wanted a portable DVD player to stop me being bored rigid. I happily chose the Shinco 1731A portable DVD player for the following reasons 1) The seven inch model was small, easily portable but the colour ActiveMatrix TFT screen didn't seem too small when watching films on the train. THe screen also has a 400:1 contrast ratio giving really clear pictures. 2) I wanted a multiregion portable DVD player so I could use all formats (1-6). This DVD player also plays other formats, including DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, JPEG and Kodak Picture CD. The Shinco also has multi language/angle/subtitle capability, zoom play and programmable play and comes with a tiny remote control. 3) I wanted a portable DVD player that I could use with my TV set at home or in the car... Read review

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Advantages: Read my op ;o)
Disadvantages: Read my op ;o)

...and the use of applications into simultaneous. Certain processors profit from a function of energy saving (SpeedStep at INTEL and PowerNow! at AMD) which optimizes their consumption according to the level of battery available. Ø the mean velocity of the processors for portable computer is 1,6 today GHz. The type of memory embarked on your portable computer is a very significant criterion... before even its size. For heavy work like the image or video, better is worth it to choose a memory of the type GDR which is very fast and accelerates the treatments A Cd-r(w) engraver is today essential to store, file and copy from a support from now on usable by all. The combo is an engraver integrating the function of reader DVD. It offers a good report performances. Lastly, will know that certain portables are equipped readers removable CD/diskette whom... Read review

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Advantages: Cheap, Easy to use
Disadvantages: None really

...I first came across Portable DVD players on a trip to Thailand and i was very tempted to get one however the cost didn't seem worth it. However i've been glads to see that the price of them in the UK have fallen dramatically so therefore i chose to snap one up. I chose the Mustek MP 70 D as it seemed like a good buy at just under £150 and it was a brand i was familiar with as they make scanners. The great thing about portable DVD players is that it can keep you occupied on a long trip. Since it has an integrated screen,it is no surprise they are becoming very popular-especially when you consider that DVD films are so cheap to buy nowadays with prices starting from around £1!!. ------------------- Personal Use ----------- I generally use my portable DVD player when i go on train trips as i travel quite a lot. I usually charge it up... Read review

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Advantages: Reliable, cheap, anti skip system
Disadvantages: Limited uses when compared to newer products

...The Durabrand CD855 was a gift to me and like all gifts I appreciate them ... I mean who doesn't right. When I first saw it I was immediately impressed with the look and slim sleek design of the modal but I have learnt the hard way never to judge a book by its cover. Now with this CD player it is a bit old but still I think it is a good product to use even today. In the past my CD players either skip when I am running or there durability isn't really good. But for me personally I haven't found this to be the case with this modal. I usually go running with this is my pocket and I found it very steady and I feel very comfortable with it in my pocket. Also I have found that t doesn't skip and especially when I am running with it the quality is still there. I have to say I prefer to use this for running because in the past I have used mp3... Read review

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Advantages: Cheaper than the bread it cooks
Disadvantages: Cannot be left to its own devices

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Advantages: 8" screen, support of multiple DVD formats, JPEG & MP3 playback,
Disadvantages: Mediocre integrated speaker system

...If you are just the type of person who enjoys movies on the go, then look no further as this one of the best portable DVD players out there. Sony have really produced a GEM of a portable DVD player in the form of the DVP-FX 850. Sony are renowned for their ability to create magnificent electronics both for the average consumer and for large organizations. This portable DVD player is no exception to Sony's policy of producing high-quality products. To play a DVD you simply press a button located just above the DVD drive, which opens up the area in which you place your chosen DVD. The player automatically reads the DVD and plays the content. If the DVD does not automatically play you can manually press the PLAY button which is located just under the DVD players screen to start the DVD. Alternatively you can press the PLAY button... Read review

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Advantages: Reasonably priced and easy to install
Disadvantages: Only plays European ( Region 2 ) discs

...I was looking for my first DVD player and the Samsung 709 was a perfect solution. The machine is easy to install and comes with all the connection leads necessary. Within 10 minutes the machine can be up and running. The sound and picture quality are excellent (even when attached to a portable tv).The machine however is outstanding when you connect it up to a widescreen television as most of the films you will find come in the widescreen format. The only disadvantage is that it can only play European discs. If you are looking for a DVD player then you can't go far wrong with the Samsung 709.... Read review

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Advantages: Alot of features
Disadvantages: Doesnt like dark films, can go out of sync

...The Orbit PTVDVD768S 3 IN 1 portable DVD player is the perfect compainion for a long journey. It lets you play movies, listen to music and even picks up TV! There are now many portable DVD players around, but not many as good as this. It comes with a carry case that doubles up as a support to attatch to the head rests in your car along with a power adapter for the cigerrette lighter socket. If you have kids you can keep them entertained with this little box of pleasures. Put on their favorite DVD or let them play their own music so you dont have to hear! It even comes with an aerial for picking up TV, which, to be honest doesnt tend to pick up much, but when it does it is decent enough quality. Some added features are games that come on a cd, up to the quality of SNES and ar eplayable on an additional game pad. The DVD playback... Read review

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