Sony DVP FX930/L (blue)
As shown: $189.99
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- Reviewed by: Jeff Bakalar
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The good: Hi-res 9-inch screen with 800x480 resolution; full 180-degree swivel screen; includes remote control, AV cable, and car charger; reliable 6-hour battery.
The bad: Somewhat hefty 2.7-pound weight; no USB port or flash card reader; no support for DivX or other digital video files.
The bottom line: The combination of a stunning high-resolution 9-inch screen, long battery life, and impressive design makes the Sony DVP-FX930 a winning portable DVD player.
In 2008, Sony released the DVP-FX820, a portable DVD player that drastically increased picture quality over previous models. For 2009, the company has upped the ante once again, this time offering a 9-inch swivel screen and light-touch buttons. The result is still the best viewing experience we've seen on a portable DVD player, but we're not completely sold on the new buttons.
The DVP-FX930 has a smooth plastic housing that Sony sells in a variety of colors--the one we tested was accented in dark blue. The player is one of the heaviest we've seen, weighing a ... Expand full review
In 2008, Sony released the DVP-FX820, a portable DVD player that drastically increased picture quality over previous models. For 2009, the company has upped the ante once again, this time offering a 9-inch swivel screen and light-touch buttons. The result is still the best viewing experience we've seen on a portable DVD player, but we're not completely sold on the new buttons.
The DVP-FX930 has a smooth plastic housing that Sony sells in a variety of colors--the one we tested was accented in dark blue. The player is one of the heaviest we've seen, weighing a sturdy 2.7 pounds. We liked the placement of the unit's battery that runs along the entire bottom of the player. It may be large, but it's flat enough so that it doesn't protrude at all, unlike the Toshiba SD-P71S, which has a small bump on the rear.
All of the DVD controls are located below the screen, making them easily accessible even if you take advantage of the swivel hinge and watch the unit in tablet mode. The screen can flip a complete 180 degrees and fold back on itself to be held in your hands. We were happy to see that most DVD controls were represented here, including the sometimes forgotten fast-forward and rewind functionality (just move the four-way directional pad left or right during playback). Unfortunately, the new light-touch buttons don't move when pressed. They're sensitive enough--we just enjoyed the feeling of last year's model better. Thankfully the four-way directional button remained unchanged.
The FX930 also ships with a remote control that expands on the playback options. It's among the larger remotes we've seen packed in with a portable DVD player, but there's no reason to leave it at home. The two IR sensors let the player respond regardless of its orientation.
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Before covering video games and gear for CNET Reviews, Jeff Bakalar worked in film and video production. He's a gamer, comic book nut, and a diehard New Jersey Devils fan. Off the ice you can catch him live every day as the co-host of CNET's infamous podcast, The 404, or every week on preGame.
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"Nice DVD Portable Player !" By IndianG48
Pros: After waiting 2 months for this portable DVD player to arrive at sears for $189.00 i purchased it and was not disappointed at all . I hooked it up to my Vizio HDTV and its awesome! With summer camping and road trips this will work great!!!!! Get it
Cons: No problems with this Sony DVD player
Summary: Save your self from all the reviews and online research and purchase this DVD player you won't be disappointed......I'm watching it on my Vizio HDTV and it looks picture perfect and the sound is great., .... For years i brought a 5 inch TV for camping and it ... Expand full review
"High Quality in a Small Package!" By KevinMiles78
Pros: Amazing Picture Quality with 800 x 480 Resolution, Advanced Soft Touch Keys, SIX hour battery, 180 degree Swivel and Flip Screen, High Quality Materials and Finish, Very Good Speakers for a Portable, Super Remote Control, User Friendly!
Cons: None that I have found yet!
Summary: I would Highly recommend this Sony DVD Player to anyone!
It is well made and the picture quality is amazing for a portable device, but it doesn't surprise me since it is a Sony. The 9" screen is much bigger than my last DVD player and it makes it ... Expand full review
