In addition to TVs and video game consoles (both covered in their own sections of this gift guide), there are plenty of home theater gifts to choose from this season. We've included a broad array of home video and audio products, starting with wallet-friendly sub-$300 price tags and moving up to more luxurious fare. Whether you're looking for a straightforward iPod-friendly clock radio, a high-def DVR, a cutting-edge network media player, or even a modestly priced all-in-one home theater system, there are plenty of great options for anyone who wants to give the gift of better music, movie, or TV enjoyment to a friend or loved one.
Editors' top pick
The bottom line: The Slingbox A/V is the best way to stream your home TV programming to an increasingly wide variety of broadband-connected computers and smart phones.
The bottom line: Recent firmware and feature upgrades cement the Sonos Digital Music System's position as the best multiroom streaming audio solution available.
Price:
$1,199.99
The bottom line: Striking looks, easy setup, and great file compatibility make the Roku SoundBridge M1001 a solid option for streaming digital audio and Internet radio to your home stereo.
The bottom line: The Onkyo TX-SR605 raises the bar for AV receivers by delivering an amazing number of next-generation audio and video features at an unbeatably low price.
The bottom line: The exceedingly stylish Philips HTS8100 SoundBar packs the home theater experience--including a DVD player--into one slim package plus a sub.
Price:
$559.84 - $699.99
The bottom line: With its enhanced iTunes video offerings, PC-free operation, and a lower price tag, the updated Apple TV is a compelling Internet-enabled entertainment device for the living room.
Price:
$214.95 - $235.27
The bottom line: The Belkin TuneStage 2 transforms your iPod into a wireless music jukebox that works with any home stereo system.
The bottom line: While it's not compatible with your cable company's interactive and video-on-demand services, the TiVo HD's excellent onscreen interface and long list of network and Internet features puts it in a class above the generic high-def DVRs offered by most cable providers.
Price:
$249.97 - $299.99
The bottom line: The PC-programmable Logitech Harmony 550 universal remote control offers a sleek design, an impressive feature set, and a manageable price tag.
Price:
$59.99 - $101.67
The bottom line: The Parrot Boombox wireless Bluetooth speaker system ably combines elegant design, minimalist aesthetics, and better-than-average sound quality at an affordable price.
The bottom line: The unremarkable sound quality of the Philips HTS6500 is outweighed by its winning combination of slick aesthetics, impressive features, and affordable pricing.
Price:
$199.99 - $454.44
The bottom line: With its deep and detailed sound, the Boston Acoustics Recepter may well be the world's best tabletop clock radio.
The bottom line: The Samsung HT-X70 is stylish and has a great feature set for the price, but it sounds better on movies than with music.
Price:
$195.95
The bottom line: While the sound isn't overpowering, the wealth of connectivity options and features bundled into the JVC TH-L1 home theater in a box makes it well worth the inexpensive price tag.
Price:
$257.99 - $299.95
The bottom line: The Sony DVP-FX810 may not offer a great picture, but its sleek design, above-average battery life, and affordable price make it an attractive value in the portable DVD category.
Price:
$152.22
The bottom line: The Philips DVP5960/37 HDMI-upscaling DVD player is an excellent choice for budget-conscious HDTV owners and multimedia aficionados, and its DivX playback is a nice bonus.
Price:
$89.99 - $99.45
The bottom line: If all you have is $100 to spend on an iPod speaker system, the iHome iH8 iPod clock radio is one of your better bets.
Price:
$89.00 - $99.71
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