Typical price: £80
What is it: Low-cost, USB-based media streamer
What we think: Inexpensive but good option for people looking to get hi-def video, photos and music into their home cinema
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 1 July 2009
Tags: Western Digital, Western Digital WD TV, media streamer, OGG, album art
We like:
Low price; simplicity; appealing user interface; good format support
We don't like:
Occasional inability to play files
Also known as:
Western Digital WDAVN00
You might also need:
HDMI cable; some media
CNET UK judgement:
Considering how little it costs, it's hard to complain about the Western Digital WD TV. And, as much as we like the Seagate Freeagent Theater, it doesn't have anywhere near the same playback capabilities as the WD TV, which can play back proper 1080p video. The WD TV is also cheaper. All in all, this is a really good entry-level media player
Full review:
Media streamers are certainly the flavour of the moment. People are increasingly keen to watch video from the Internet or other places on their swanky HD televisions. We've seen quite a few of these devices recently, and, although they're mostly excellent, there are some that fall flat. Continue Reading...
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