Samsung DVD-SH855M review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Ian Morris

Reviewed on: 5 February 2008

Tags: Samsung, Samsung DVD-SH855M, tuner, broadcast, DVD writer

We like:

Decent amount of features; lots of storage space; option to backup to DVD is handy if you're a hoarder

We don't like:

Menus; sluggish controls; only one tuner

You might also need:

HDMI cable

CNET UK judgement:

The Samsung DVD-SH855M offers a lot, but just misses the mark on usability. It does, however, make up some ground with better than average picture quality

Full review:

Watching broadcast TV is a pain for many reasons. You have to be there at the right time. Your bladder needs to be suitably empty and you might want refreshments prepared. Crucially, you have to be able to pay at least a smattering of attention. It's basically hard to actually give something quality time, and even if you do, you'll more than likely to be rewarded by advert breaks every four minutes. Continue Reading...