Samsung Mondi Review: WiMax, Windows Mobile And, Well, That’s All
As confusing to categorize the Samsung Mondi as it may be, the WiMax-enabled will device probably fit best into the new range of smartbooks and MIDs in the market. Notice that we sad WiMax. That’s right, the handheld contraption will only offer limited usage (Wi-Fi connectivity) outside of WiMax markets. In its current form, the [...]
Philips GoGear Vibe 8GB: The Most Well-Rounded MP3 Player Under $60
It’s fair to say that the market for budget MP3 players is a bit out of control, with all sorts of brands and models hitting the scene. Philips recently offered a recognizable name into the mix with its GoGear Vibe and it’s a bit of a mixed performer. Physically, the Vibe is as nondescript as [...]
Haier America Ibiza Trainer: Ultra-Compact MP3 Player With Bundled Fitness Suite
There’s a huge market out there for fitness-oriented music players. In more ways than one, this particular niche is more competitive, with the iPod Shuffle still unable to prove as the indispensable choice the way they Apple has cornered other areas of the market. The Haier America Ibiza Trainer is another one in a long [...]
Sony X-Series Walkman Review: High-End Audio Quality, Luxury Price
Positioned as direct competitor to the iPod Touch, the Sony X-Series Walkman is a high-end music player that has the potential to best every other device in its class. Does it succeed and will consumers take to it like they did with the iPod? Carrying a hefty price, it’s not unusual to have high expectations [...]
Sony KDL-V5100 Review: Good Picture Quality For An Entry-Level HDTV
Sony KDL-V5100 While Sony might be known for their all-in, high-end HDTV models, their entry-level HDTVs aren’t too bad either. The KDL-V5100 is the least-expensive panel from the company that features 120Hz processing. While it makes do without all the interactive niceties and extras of the more expensive variants, it fits in all the most [...]
Nintendo DSi Review: A Very Tempting Upgrade
The Nintendo DSi is the third iteration of the DS franchise, which has sold over 100 million units worldwide. This latest rehash of the handheld, which sees it updated with innovative media features and online functionality, is largely believed to be its last. Physically, the device features a much better build than either of its [...]
GeoMate Jr Review: Bad GPS, Great Fun
Designed to entice kids into giving the outdoors a try (instead of gluing themselves to videogames and TV), the Geomate Jr is a handheld GPS intended for use in a real-world game called geocaching. Essentially an Easter Egg Hunt minus the Easter Eggs, participants use the GPS to show the way to an unlimited number [...]
Livio Radio: Pandora Features In A Box
While traditional radio may be on the way out, its internet cousin continues to thrive, sometimes even managing to make waves. Services like Pandora and Last.fm have taken the reins from traditional airwaves and now supply the much The Livio Radio is an internet radio box that allows you to enjoy Pandora programming away from [...]
Samsung U5 Review: High-Quality Music Playback, Paltry Storage
The Samsung U5 is a small MP3 player in a long USB stick form-factor. Highly portable and inexpensive, it’s a good alternative to larger MP3 players, especially during workouts when the heft of your phone or iPod can prove to be a bother. At first glance, it looks much like a regular flash drive, complete [...]
Kaleido R7: Sexiest Digital Frame, Weakest Feature Set
Originally shown off at CES back in January, the Kaleido R7 is one of the few digital frames that offer a step-up from the typical “glorified LCD” function of similar devices. In fact, it wouldn’t be too far-fetched to say it’s the sexiest, most professional-looking digital frame in the market right now. As with many [...]
