12/7/04 |
HD-DVD vs. Blu-ray: who cares?
With two high-def successors to DVD on the horizon, should you be worried that your DVD collection will soon become obsolete? The answer--and the full skinny on the upcoming format wars--in this week's Fully Equipped.
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11/22/04 |
Five reasons not to buy an HDTV with CableCard
Many of the new HDTVs, particularly those with large screens, come with a built-in digital tuner dubbed CableCard that eliminates the need for a set-top box to get HDTV via cable. The industry supports it. Salespeople tout its convenience. But is it really a step forward?
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11/1/04 |
Which of these high-priced cell phones would you take--for free?
Everybody's oohing and aahing over the newly announced PalmOne Treo 650. But there are plenty of other drool-worthy phones already available or about to hit the market. If we gave you a fantasy cell phone shopping spree, which model would you pick?
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10/15/04 |
LCoS HDTV's bumpy ride into the living room
LCoS--Liquid Crystal on Silicon--technology was supposed to be the next big thing for rear-projection HDTV. But somewhere between the promises of giant-screen TVs for less than a grand and razor-sharp image quality, LCoS seems to have lost its way. David Carnoy explains.
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10/1/04 |
Dream TiVo: it's all about burning DVDs
Digital video recorders represent the pinnacle of TV viewing convenience: watch what you want, when you want. But what happens when you want to archive that favorite episode for posterity? Fortunately, a growing crop of TiVo-powered recorders also includes DVD burners, putting us one step closer to video nirvana. Executive Editor David Carnoy explains.
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9/17/04 |
Budget LCD TVs: is OK good enough?
Can't afford the $3,500 price tag of a new Sharp Aquos? Plenty of no-name flat-panel LCDs are available for hundreds less--if you're willing to compromise. David Carnoy explains.
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8/20/04 |
TV on your cell phone: ready for prime time?
Once a Dick Tracy-style vision of the future, TV on your cell phone is here. But is it must-see TV or just a tired old rerun? David Carnoy weighs in with a hands-on preview of the technology.
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8/6/04 |
Pro HDTV calibration: rip-off or money well spent?
You've just purchased a $3,000 HDTV--but you have to spend $400 more to get it professionally calibrated. Is it worth the money? David Carnoy weighs in.
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7/22/04 |
Attack of the consumer electronics clones
Shopping for a new TV or DVD player or for other consumer electronics? Look closely: sometimes one product is sold under different brands--for different prices. David explains how to get the best deal.
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7/9/04 |
My digital home's dirty little secrets
Building the perfect digital home is a little like parallel parking: get a bad start, and things can get frustrating real fast, with exposed cables everywhere and nothing working quite the way it should. In his latest column, Carnoy discusses his approach to digital home building.
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6/25/04 |
Wireless TV is where it's at
Why buy multiple TVs for multiple rooms when you can simply move one TV around your house or apartment? That's the promise of wireless TVs just hitting the market, including a funny-looking Sharp Aquos.
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6/10/04 |
What's the ultimate HDTV for gamers?
Mature gamers with good incomes are ready to splurge on big-screen HDTVs that'll take advantage of their game consoles and their PCs' advanced video-output options. So what's the best bet?
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5/28/04 |
Handheld gaming wars: will Nintendo fall?
Nintendo has sold millions of Game Boy Advance systems, but now Sony, Nokia, the cell phone carriers, and smaller players Gizmondo and Tapwave want a piece of the portable gaming action. Who will come out on top?
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5/14/04 |
Run don't walk: Nike-Philips's new Bluetooth MP3 player
The iPod may be the Cadillac of MP3 players, but its delicate hard drive makes it a less than ideal jogging companion. Enter the MP3Run from Nike and Philips--a flash-based MP3 player with a wireless Bluetooth add-on that actually helps you work out. Casual jogger David Carnoy explains.
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4/29/04 |
DVI with your HDTV: Digital video nirvana?
With many of the new HDTVs featuring DVI, a digital video connection, discerning viewers are turning to DVI-equipped DVD players for the best picture quality. Learn about the ins and outs of DVI and the new HDMI standard, which brings digital video and audio together in one cable.
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4/16/04 |
Is Microsoft making the grade?
Over the past few years Microsoft has released everything from a game console to a smart display to a smart watch. Find out which initiatives have hit the mark and which haven't.
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4/2/04 |
LCD TV on the cheap
LCD TVs may be all the rage, but did you ever stop to think that they're just glorified computer monitors? Read on to find out what are the best ways to turn an old flat panel or even a laptop display into a thin-screen TV.
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3/8/04 |
DVD to Pocket PC: taboo or fair use?
Watching a full-length movie on your Pocket PC, Palm, or smart phone is a dream for many owners of the latest handhelds. There are ways to turn your DVDs into pocket-friendly formats, but there?s a rub. Read on for the full skinny.
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2/23/04 |
DLP or LCD: which TV type has the edge?
As Samsung and Sony face off, the debate surrounding the new breed of rear-projection HDTVs is heating up. Get the word on the pros and cons of DLP and LCD TVs.
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2/4/04 |
Flat-panel frenzy: What you need to know
Want to go flat, but torn between plasma and LCD TV? Get the best picture with these pointers.
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