Hands-on Reviews

Hands-On Review: VIzio VF551XVT LCD TV

LED backlighting with local dimming, as well as 240Hz processing, makes the Canadian retail price ($2,200) of this 55-inch LCD very attractive.

 

Gordon Brockhouse Published: 03/08/2010 06:33:08 PM UTC

 

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OverGeeked: Advance Review of the BlackBerry Presenter

Some of the best presentations are given inside elevators and in the backs of cabs; in intimate spaces where it isn't the audience that's captive, it's the speaker. No podium, no computer screen to hide behind, just a clear space between speaker and listeners, where the faces share ideas and the concepts are more impressive for it.

Kris Abel Published: 02/25/2010 11:28:28 AM UTC

Hands-On Review: XM SkyDock

There's no question that satellite radio is compelling. It's commercial-free music in a multi-verse of channels that cater to those with discerning tastes and eclectic needs. Few would turn it down if it were free.

Kris Abel Published: 01/21/2010 04:57:44 PM UTC

Hands-on Review: Pioneer XW-NAS3 iPod Sound System

As an audio device, the Pioneer XW-NAS3 iPod speaker system is a very respectable performer. But its video capabilities are what set it apart; and in that respect, this is a groundbreaking product

Gordon Brockhouse Published: 12/22/2009 04:25:33 PM UTC

Hands-On Review: Yamaha TSX-130 Desktop Audio System

If you're looking for an attractively styled, versatile, good-sounding iPod sound system for bedroom, study or other small space, the Yamaha TSX-130 will fill the bill beautifully.

Gordon Brockhouse Published: 12/01/2009 09:56:55 AM UTC

Hands-On Review: Sonos ZonePlayer S5 Wireless Music System

This affordable all-in-one wireless music player player, and Sonos' new iPhone/iPod app, are two great additions to a superb digital whole-house music system.

Gordon Brockhouse Published: 11/28/2009 11:40:13 AM UTC

Hands-On Review: Panasonic Viera TC-P50V10 Plasma HDTV

Selling for $2,700, this 50-inch plasma TV is the smallest model in Panasonic's top-of-the-line Viera V10 series.

Gordon Brockhouse Published: 10/29/2009 12:13:56 PM UTC

Hands-on Review: Samsung UN55B8000 LED HDTV

Priced at $4,500, this 55-inch television is  drop-dead gorgeous. The ultra-thin cabinet features an updated version of Samsung's Touch of Colour cosmetics.

Gordon Brockhouse Published: 10/29/2009 12:04:00 PM UTC

Hands-On Review: Denon AVR-4310CI Audio-Video Receiver

This is the third-from-the-top model in Denon's receiver lineup.  Power rating is 7x130 watts, and retail price is $2,699.

Gordon Brockhouse Published: 10/29/2009 11:49:46 AM UTC

Hands-On Review: Pentax K-7 Digital SLR

The flagship of the Pentax DLSR series, the K-7 is an unusually rugged semi-professional 14.5-megapixel camera that's built like a tank: with a splash-proof magnesium-alloy body over a stainless-steel chassis.

Peter Burian Published: 10/29/2009 11:44:20 AM UTC

Hands-On Review: Toshiba Regza 42ZV650U 42-inch LCD HDTV

Priced at $1,500, this 42-inch flat panel is part of Toshiba's second-from-the-top Regza ZV650 series, which also includes a 47-inch model and a 55-incher. They're Toshiba's first LCD TVs to incorporate ClearScan 240.

Gordon Brockhouse Published: 10/29/2009 11:18:18 AM UTC

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