Editorial Review

Zune is here. Designed around the principles of sharing, discovery and community, Zune will create new ways for people to connect and share entertainment experiences. The Zune experience centers around connection-- connection to your library, connection to friends, connection to community and connection to other devices.Read more

Features

• 30GB digital media player stores up to 7,500 songs, 25,000 pictures or 100 hours of video
• Features wireless networking so you can share tracks and other media
• 3-inch color screen features a landscape mode for video viewing
• Compatible with Zune Marketplace for media downloads and subscriptions
• Automatically imports your existing music, pictures and videos from iTunes and Windows Media Player in a variety of formats

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Zune has enough features to bite into Apple's pie
Packing a 3" screen, an FM-tuner, and Wireless features into a unit almost exactly the size of a video iPod, Zune is a compelling alternative to Apple's iconic iPod.
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Features

• 46 (diagonal) widescreen LCD flat-panel
• HD-grade 1920(H) x 1080(V) pixel resolution
• 6000 - 1 dynamic contrast ratio
• 178-degree horizontal/vertical viewing angles
• NTSC and ATSC TV Tuners for analog and digital TV reception

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Awesome TV!
Bought the TV a week back after months of agonizing over Sony XBR and Samsung, and I am glad of the choice I made. It's probably the best LCD tv I came across with eye-opening contrast. The picture is exceptionally clear, even for the SD programs. Obviously, I can't test 1080p, but its a probably a good thing to have for 'future-proofing'. ( I did see a Samsung demo of 1080p on this model...its quite impressive).The native resolution of 1920x1080 also works great for connecting to PC. Movie Picture mode produces great black levels comparable to Plasmas.
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Features

• 16 hours recording time
• PC compatible through direct USB PC link
• Three recording modes with four folders
• Fast/slow playback with jog-dial navigation
• 25 hours of recording/play on 2 AAA batteries (included)

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Great value, works perfectly
This is a great little device, bought for my wife's business. It records conversations between two people perfectly at its mid-quality and we are still on our first batteries even after considerable usage. Others have mentioned difficulty loading down to XP but it worked for us exactly as per the instructions (we have XP Home). The lowest quality was not good enough to hear clearly on play back but the capacity on its mid quality is plenty for this not to matter. HQ is very clear. I would thoroughly recommend it, especially at this price

4 stars for the device; 1 star for the software+driver
This is an excellent recorder. Very impressed with it. It's very sensitive and picks up anything at a distance. Sound quality is quite decent. We use it to record our baby's sounds.
Cheap and handy
I've been using this little gizmo to record lectures for a while and I'm quite happy about it. It seems that the olympus voice recorders are becoming a standard: most of my classmates who record the lectures in class have one.
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Features

• Plays DVD/MP3/CD/CD-4 and CD-RW
• Compatible with PAL/NTSC
• Multiple subtitles/viewing angle
• Convenient on screen display
• Parental lock control

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Plays PAL discs on my NTSC system
We bought our DVD-237 last night and have watched about eight hours of video on it.The great attraction for us is its ability to play our Chinese PAL video on our NTSC television.The picture looks good and the sound, through our 2.0 system, is clear and clean.
Not What I Thought I Was Purchasing
I searched Amazon.com for a multi-region DVD player so I could view DVDs that I have purchased overseas.This DVD player came up.There are no instructions within the packaging that state how to watch Non-region 1 DVDs.I called the manufacturer and they told me how to "rigg" it to play region 2 DVDs.Also, the remote control did not work from the very beginning and the manufacturer said I would need to pay money to replace it.They also let me know that the DVD player will not work without the remote control (not compatible with universal remotes).This is not a good product.

SAVE YOUR MONEY
I got this DVD player because it was cheap and I figured it would get the Job done. Well big surpise every dvd I put in it skipped all over and soon it made a loud grinding noise.
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Editorial Review

Take high quality music with you wherever you roam with the stylish Sony CFD-S350 boombox. With a CD player, as well as a cassette deck and radio tuner, you can play those favorites you still have on tape, as well as audio CDs and CD-R/RWs.Read more

Features

• Portable boombox with CD player, cassette deck, and digital AM/FM tuner
• Compatible with audio CD, CD-R, and CD-RW formats
• Wide Stage convex speakers provide rich bass and crisp highs
• 20-track programming, shuffle and repeat modes, and synchro CD/cassette dubbing
• Includes slim 10-key remote control; measures 16.3 x 6.45 x 10.12 inches (W x H x D)

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Incredible value
I bought this boombox for a construction project where I didn't want to risk damage to a "good" stereo system.But this little Sony box sounded so great, when the construction was over I replaced my "good" system with this one and have had it for over a year with zero problems.I just can't believe what great sound comes from these simple speaker elements.It's amazing.Long live Sony engineers!

Very disappointed
I was looking for a small, no-frills radio/CD player and settled on the Sony CFD-S350 for its size, cost, and my opinion that it was one of the least ugly players at the stores I shopped.I've had it for six months and have been quite disappointed.The first thing I noticed was that the FM sensitivity was poor.My 21 year old Sanyo dual cassette player has a much better radio.Programming the presets was easy.
liked it, until the cd player stopped working
Only had it for 6 months and already it won't play my cd's, so now it's basically a very overpriced fm radio, with relatively poor reception on many stations.Very annoying.I expect more from Sony.This is the only Sony boombox I have tried.I have a Philips at home, which I've had about 8 years and still works like a charm. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The thin and stylish ICDP320 Digital Voice Recorder is great for digital recording on the go. Whether you're at school, in a meeting or on the road, this high capacity voice recorder will be a handy companion. With a 64MB Flash Memory IC chip and up to 32 hours of Recording Time in LP Mode, you can rest assured knowing your digital voice recorder will be ready when you are. The single function buttons on the front allow you to easily record your subject over and over again with distortion-free clarity. Convenient features such as the large LCD display for showing recording data and 250mW speaker output make seeing data and listening to audio a breeze. Read more

Features

• Digital Voice Editor software included
• Up to 32 hours recording time (LP Mode)
• 4 Folders
• Digital VOR
• Large LCD display

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Does more than you think!
I really recommend this Sony ICD-P320. I gave it a workout and it worked great. I am really pleased with this unit. No complaints at all. I like the fact that the mic is on top of the unit and not on the side. That means you can put it in your shirt pocket with the mic pointed up, which means it won't be muffled. The Olympus did not do that.The record button is user friendly. It has 3 recording levels, and you need High Quality level for lectures in big halls.
Sony recorder is a great deal for a reasonable price
I am a liberal arts student, and I purchased this recorder for two reasons+
Digital Voice Recorder
I use this recorder with Dragon Naturally Speaking. It works seamlesslly with the with the software provided. I use a clip on microphone. The recording is good but I'm going have to train Naturally Speaking to understand the difference between what it hears when I dictate with the headset and that from the recorder. The accuracy from the recorder is about 75% compared to about 90%. Not fault of the recorder or their software.
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Editorial Review

The micro-sized, coolly styled Zen MicroPhoto digital audio player/photo viewer enables you to watch slide shows of your favorite digital images on its stunning, high-intensity 1.5-inch OLED screen while listening to an MP3 or WMA soundtrack. This 8 GB player in white can hold up to 10,000 JPEG images or 4,000 songs. It's also nicely compact, measuring just 2 x 3.25 x 0.7 inches (WxHxD) and weighing under four ounces.Read more

Features

• 8 GB digital audio player/photo viewer with a stylish white design
• Compatible with MP3, WMA, Janus, WAV, IMA ADPCM, and PlaysForSure DRM WMA
• Vibrant, cutting 1.5-inch OLED screen provides sharp details and clear colors
• Built-in FM radio (32 presets) with record function, voice recorder, USB mass storage
• Measures 2 x 3.25 x 0.7 inches (WxHxD) and weighs under 4 ounces

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Awesome Mp3 Player!!!
I finally decided that I needed an Mp3 player, so I started searching.My friend told me about Creative Labs players and how in his opinion they were much better than any iPod on the market because of their compatiblity.Werll here I am, two months later, the proud owner of a 8GB Blue MicroPhoto, and I must say it's one of the best purchases I've made in a while.Me being a sophomore in college, I wanted something that woulc hold all my music while walking to class or riding the bus or working out in.But I didn't want an over-the-top player like a 30GB iPod Video or something like that, because I don't have the $300 to spend and I wouldn't need THAT much space.So all in all here's what I think about the player:
Better Than an iPod
I like it, because it's got a lot of memory (8 gigabytes) to store more songs than I can ever hope to add. The sound quality from the supplied earphones (earbuds) is adequate. There are better earphones available to take advantage of the excellent sound quality from this 8 GB Microphoto player. The batteries do not last very long. With a full charge, it will only last 5 to 8 hours, instead of the touted 15 hours. I also like the fact that you can charge the unit when it's plugged into your computer with the USB2 cable.

My Hot Lil Rock Box
I love my Microphoto! I love it, love it, love it!!! I purchased this item from Circuit City for about $180 plus a special protection plan for $60 after the first 6gb Zen Micro I got from Best Buy stopped working within months. I love that I can integrate different parts of this item in my everyday life with the calendar, and other great features like the fm radio so I can check out my favorite talk shows. That, is what's up!
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Editorial Review

Sony's TCM-150 cassette recorder offers one button recording for quick play/record operations. The required two AA batteries will run for up to twenty-five hours. With the LED battery level indicator you can be watchful of remaining battery time. Other features include: clear voice recording system, cue and review, pause switch, stop/pause release function, built-in microphone and automatic shut-off.The Sony-Matic automatic recording level control will help you with recording, while the L/R monaural earphone jack will further enhance your recording experience.Read more

Features

• Records 2 track, 1 channel on standard cassettes
• One touch record from stop or playback
• Up to 25 hours recording life on 2 AA batteries
• Clear Voice recording system
• 38% larger playback speaker for enhanced sound

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Pros and Cons
Pros:
Works well but................
I am quite disappointed with this sony product. It works well but the big drawback is that you hear the motor rumble in your recordings. I wonder if other buyers have this problem or did I get a poor model? Buy cheap and get cheap I should know better.

Just for me
The article is nice and I am using it with good results. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

A good option for listeners who prefer their stereo equipment to be heard but not seen, this pair of two-way 80-watt speakers installs conveniently in the ceiling, where they deliver a clear, full-bodied sound. Each speaker's mounting cutout measures 7.88 inches in diameter and sits 4.25 inches deep--an unobtrusive size that easily holds the speaker's 6.5-inch titanium-laminate cone woofer and 1-inch dome tweeter. The units are ideal for use as main speakers in your living room or secondary speakers in an adjacent room (when connected to the main receiver), or even as home theater surround speakers (rear left/right) when watching movies or listening to five-channel audio sources. Listeners will appreciate the 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response--which handles bass frequencies with ease--along with the white faceplate that blends easily into most ceiling surfaces (users can also paint the faceplate to match different-colored ceilings). In addition, the tweeters are located on swiveling mounts, so users can customize their angle to maximize the audio performance. Read more

Features

• Pair of round 2-way in-ceiling speakers with 80-watt max power handling
• 6.5-inch titanium-laminate cone woofers with rubber surround for tight bass
• 1-inch titanium-laminate dome tweeters with swivel mounts for directional listening
• 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response; includes integrated dog-ear brackets
• Mounting cutouts measure 7.88 inches in diameter and 4.25 inches deep; 5-year warranty

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Arizona Cowboy
Great speakers for the money.I used them for rear speakers in my home theater and they blend perfectly with the rest of the system.

Good speaker at a good price
The speakers were easy to install and work well.For the size and price, they are a great deal.The bass response is not great, but that's not what you are looking for in speakers like this.I'm not sure they would be worth the original price at $250, but at <$100 they are well worth it.

Very impressive
These speakers were easy to install, and look great.
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Editorial Review

The sleek and stylish Machspeed Trio digital audio player provides skip-free playback, thanks to its 1 GB of flash memory. It's also a multitasker, providing an integrated microphone for voice recording (great for short reminders or capturing lectures) and USB mass storage capability (for backing up and transferring files from one PC to another). It features a backlit LED screen for viewing song information, and it has three preset animations (for welcome/goodbye) that you can choose from, as well as English and Simple/Traditional Chinese language display.Read more

Features

• Lightweight digital audio player doubles as voice recorder and USB mass storage drive
• 1 GB flash memory holds 16 hours of MP3 and 32 hours of WMA audio
• Plays MP3, WMA, WAV, and ASF files; records to WAV
• LED screen with backlight; 7 EQ presets
• Powered by single AAA batter for up to 10 hours of battery life

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Good
I read some of the reviews before I bought this product and I was a little put off, but then I went out on a limb and purchased it. I like it. If your just looking for something simple and sleek then this is it, but if you want something more advanced then this porduct is not for you. The only thing I don't like about it is that you can't select by genre, artist or track title. I like it and I would recommend it to first time mp3 buyers and kids or a person who really doesn't know anything about a mp3 and just want some music to carry around.

Don't Waste Your Money
I purchased this and was dissapointed more and more upon getting it.
Absolutely Love It
I was looking for something small and convenient and that's exactly what I found. The manual wasbitt a challange, had to call my friend for help :), but once I got a hang of it, it was easy, smooth and quick.
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Features

• Perfect for an apartment or condominium
• Front-motorized CD door with view window
• Plays CD-R/RWs, MP3s, and standard compact discs
• Sleek, wall-mountable design
• Measures 9.8 x 9.6 x 3.8 inches (W x H x D)

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pretty good
I have had this for about a year and it has worked well. I specifically bought it to tune into radio, so I have not used the CD player and whatever functions it might have. Pretty light, 7 of 10 sound quality, can hang on wall, detachable speakers. Good for cost. I would recommend and buy for a gift.

Great for a small office
I recently purchased this item for my wife who has a small office.the reception on this unit is great.Bieng in a steel building she is able to get all the local radio stations. The sound quality on it is perfect for a small room considering the price range it is in.If you are looking for a booming sound this is not for you but it will provide a solid quality sound.

zhang
We were looking for a compact system and this particular system takes up very little space!It also has amazing sound. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Get the sharpest and clearest images possible from HD and standard TV with with the 56-inch Samsung HL-S5686W DLP television. A contrast ratio of up to 2500:1 captures blacker blacks, crisper whites and images that burst into life. And the high-speed of the DLP chip, with millions of tiny mirrors that switch on and off over 15,000 times per second, delivers a precise, razor-sharp picture. It has a built-in analog/digital (NTSC/ATSC) tuner, offers both HDMI and component video connections, . It also measures just 16.3 inches deep (with a "hidden speaker" thin bezel), fitting where many other large-screen HDTVs won't. Read more

Features

• 56-inch Digital Light Projection (DLP) HDTV; measures 50.8 x 35.6 x 16.3 inches (WxHxD)
• Latest Texas Instruments DLP chip faster than any other HDTV technology
• 1280 x 720-pixel resolution; 2500:1 contrast ratio; 3-line digital comb filter; Cinema Smooth 3:2 pull-down film mode
• Connections: 3 composite A/V (1 front), 2 S-Video (1 front), 2 component (Y/Pb/Pr), 2 HDMI, 1 RF, 1 USB
• Two stereo speakers, 10 watts apiece (20 watts total); SRS TruSurround XT virtual surround

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very pleased
I, like some, was a bit cautious about ordering this big ticket item online. I must say, I would do it again without question. The delivery was quick and professional, and without issues.