When it comes to portable video players in the market today, the Archos 705 WiFi could very well be described as the big, bad wolf. It is just a sumo wrestler compared to the other portable video players out there today. It possesses a 7-inch screen that is simply big enough for those who have seen many of the competitors today.

Those 7 inches will cost you a bit but those inches do make for a somewhat intimidating factor to you. The face is button-less, making it a squeaky-clean image for the consumers. It is in the edges that it sports such features like the outputs for headphones and power adapter. The right edge, on the other hand, sports the USB ports and other add-ons.

The Archos 705 WiFi features a QWERTY keypad, photo viewer, PDF reader, a Wi-Fi video rental portal and the usual audio and video player. It could play MPEG4, AVI, WMV, and DIVX videos. Surely, this is a plus-sized addition to those gadget freaks out there.

Archos 705 WiFi, PDF, Wi-Fi, MPEG4, AVI, WMV, DIVX

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The ever affordable products of Coby is here for another shot at a portable DVD player. At a really low price tag, one should not expect to have a top-of-the-line product here. Still, one could not help but feel disappointed with what the Coby TF-DVD7307 has to offer. Simply put, it fails to meet the not-so-high expectations that you would have.

First off, the Coby TF-DVD7307 has a mediocre battery life. That would be the deal breaker there, right? What use is a portable DVD player if it would not last that long outdoors? Also, there is a file support for disc playback. While we are at it, if you are looking for some USB pot, start looking elsewhere, because it ain’t here.

While it is really an affordable piece of entertainment and the swivel display is a good design, it is really hard to think of it as something you would pay for. A bargain it may be but the stakes may be too high in the end.

Coby TF-DVD7307, DVD, USB

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Ever bought one of those combo gadgets? You know, the sort of thing that is typically accompanied by the line “all rolled into one”? Well, those sort of gizmos are kind of cool and cheap. Then again, if it is the sort of gadget that hardly serves their many supposed purposes, that results into a different degree of annoyance.

The Mach Speed Trio TV5 is one such gadget. Ah, it is an MP3 player, DVR, camcorder, and digital camera in one single package. It is even affordable. Usually, we would say it is a great way to invest on. Wait, it actually is not that great. All the things it is supposed to be good, it has a flaw or two to take away the fun out of it.

MP3 player capabilities? No organization options whatsoever. 5-megapixel camera? No flash here. The recorder? The noise is way too atrocious. In short, the Mach Speed Trio TV5 is a great tech product on paper. No more than that.

Mach Speed Trio TV5, MP3, DVR

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The JVC KD-PDR30 CD Receiver is a car stereo that actually realizes its overall purpose through an iPod. Also, it is able to function like other car stereos: you can listen to music that is broadcasted either through airwaves or the latest satellite radio broadcasts.

With its silver plastic trimmed faceplate with its two circular controls firmly attached and located at its left-hand side, it is stylish and visually arresting. Of course, it is only pertinent and viable that an iPod connector is standard with this gadget. There are 6 radio presets that also allows you to alter playback from CDs and iPod. The KD-PDR30 can play the usual MP3 and WMA formats.

What it fails to achieve is to make the navigation of large iPod libraries quick and easy. This brings the gadget down a notch as this is a potential distraction to your road responsibilities.

JVC KD-PDR30, iPod, WMA, MP3

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The latest trend in technology these days – well, aside from any incarnation of the iPod that is – is the Blu-Ray. Not everybody has bought into it just yet but the forecast is, sooner rather than later, most everyone would.

So, that brings us to the Samsung BD-P1200. One thing you should know before you proceed to read on: this ain’t yesterday’s Blu-Ray player. This is, in fact the first of its kind. This player is the first second-generation Blu-Ray player in the market. Another achievement for Samsung!

With that, it already raises the bar among the other companies involved in Blu-Ray. As expected, the BD-P1200 improves on some flaws of first-generation Blu-Ray players. This tabletop player has the following features and specifications:

1) parental lock

2) Width: 16.9 in

3) 40 watt power consumption

4)� DTS, Dolby Digital and MPEG-2 outputs

5) Infrared remote control

Let’s get back to the improvements we have noted earlier. This player can actually play HDCDs and basically almost every media format out there. Plus, the image quality is a s close to perfect as one could get in Blu-Ray and DVD. Moreover, as with most in teh Samsung brand, the design is real sleek and sexy.

The major flaw is not on the gadget itself. rather, it is the expensive price tag. The price would most probably make potential buyers cringe. Still, those who can afford it would feel blessed.

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Samsung BD-P1200, Blu-Ray

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At 30 GB, the Coby PMP-4330 portable media player is enough to get you going. This digital AV recorder has some key features that would definitely entice you to go grab one. Among them are:

1) Hi-Speed USB interface

2) FM recording

3) Color display

4) Digital graphic HDD format

5) Built-in microphone

This device supports MP3 and WMA audio formats plus video playback formats such as ASF, AVI, WMV, XviD and MPEG-4. An added bonus: its firmware is upgradeable. It even diplays lyrics of audio files!

What stands out really is its widescreen that gives consumers a great view of their selected media. Moreover, the price is remarkably affordable.� Of course, some reviews have sniped that a few compromises had to be made, specificaly with the really small drivers, in order to achieve that low price. Still, this gadget is a good buy.

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Coby PMP-4330 portable media player

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iTheater Video Glass is one of the gadget that movie lover must have. Watch your favourite movies whenever, wherever you are. This amazingly virtual eye glass will totally blown you away for full 8 hours of movies, so you don’t need to worry to find another battery to replace because this one is rechargeable, so its hassle free. iTheater is so light which only weighs 70 g., it also comes with a double TFT LCD monitor to let you feel a 50” screen from a distance of 8.5 ft. and the great thing about iTheater is that it supports any kind of video source such as DVD, PSP, iPod, MP4, and many more.

This is best recommended for those people who travel a lot but not driving, and for those gamers who like to feel the reality of every level/stages. Unfortunately, you’re too late now to avail this product on firebox, but you can still check out there about iTheater and you can even get a reservation if ever there will be an availability for this product.

iTheater Specification:

Dimensions:

•� Eyewear approximately 17cm(W) x 3cm(H) x 19cm(D)
•� Batterypack approximately 3.7cm(W) x 9.6cm(H) x 1.1cm(D)

Features:

•� Super light 70g
•� Private view
•� 50″ Screen simulation
•� Integrated headphones with simulated surround sound
•� Compatible with ipod photo/video
•� Slim design rechargeable Li-NH battery
•� 8 Hours battery life
•� Charges via USB, cable included

Contents:

•� 1 x iTheater eyewear
•� 1 x Rechargeable battery pack
•� 1 x Battery pack
•� 1 x iPod cable
•� 1 x Composite cable (L/R/V inputs)
•� 1 x USB Charging cable
•� 2 x Velcro cable ties
•� 1 x Plastic nose-bridge
•� 2 x Rubber nose-bridge
•� 1 x Instructions

Technical Specifications:

•� Aspect Ratio: 4:3

•� Resolution: 320 x 240
•� Contrast Ratio: 200:1
•� Viewing angle: 25° (diagonal)
•� Virtual image size: 50″ at 2.5m (diagonal)
•� Power adapter: 4.5~5.0 VDC
•� Power consumption: Max 430mW

[tags firebox, iTheater, Easy Limited]

The time of VCD player has already ended after a new advance technology was invented in the presence of DVD player, where the pictures and details are clearer and it gives more quality in terms of audio.

The 7” Shinco Portable DVD Player comes with a colour widescreen Active Matrix TFT screen, which can play a plethora of other formats that includes; DVD-R, DVD RW, CD, CD-R, MP3 and even JPEG or KODAK Picture CD. It also comes with a remote control for you to easily navigate with the player. This is available for $99.95 with free car carry case; this is just only a limited offer from Firebox so get it now!

Shinco 7″ DVD Portable Player Features:

•� Playback Format:
DVD, MPEG-4 ( DivX, Xvid), DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, VCD, SVCD, CD, CD-G, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, JPEG, Kodak Picture CD
•� Picture quality
� � 7″ Color active matrix TFT LCD display
� � High contrast (250:1) and high resolution display (483 x 3 x 234 = 336960 dot)�
� � Composite Video Output�
� � Sound:�
� � Dolby Digital Sound Output�
� � HDCD Decoder�
� � Composite Stereo Audio Output
•� Additional Features:�
� � Multi-Angle Capability
� � Multi-region out of the box (region free), plays DVD from any country
� � Multi-Aspect Ratio Capability : 4:3, 4:3 Letterbox, 16:9�
� � Zoom Play (2X/4X)�
� � Fast Forward/Reverse Play (2X/4X/6X/8X)�
� � Slow Forward/Reverse Play (2X/4X/8X)�
� � Frame By Frame Play/ Search Play/ Programmable Play/ Shuffle Play Repeat Play (A/B)
� � Still Frame�
� � Auto Power Off�
� � Screen Saver/Power Saving Function�
� � Hi-Fi Stereo Headphone Output�
� � Built-in Anti-Shock System
� � Built-in Stereo Speakers
•� Jacks
� � 1 x DC in 9 v 2.2 A�
� � 1 x Coaxial digital audio out�
� � 1 x AV out�
� � 2 x Stereo headphone
•� Dimensions: 190 x 140 x 28 mm (without battery)
•� Weight: 825g (without battery)
•� Region compatibility: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
•� Accessories Included
� � � Multifunction Remote Control
� � � AC Adapter
� � � High Capacity Rechargeable Lithium Battery (3 hours)
� � � Car Adapter
� � � Video Cable�
� � � � Audio Cable

[via Firebox]