Reviewed on September 11, 2007The Sony XAV-W1 is a stylish new entrant into the aftermarket in-car audiovisual market. Its SACD-playback ability will interest serious audiophiles, while its stunning display and intuitive media-selection interface will attract anyone looking for a user-friendly in-car media player.TAGS:Sony Corp., playback, album, touch screen, control panel, track, WMA, MP3, satellite, radio, function, video
Reviewed on October 10, 2007Sony's CDX-GT420IP is an affordable means of taking your iPod library on the road. While its basic user interface lacks the search functionality of some other systems, this is a competitively priced and decent sounding entry-level stereo for the digital-audio age.TAGS:album, Sony Corp., connectivity, Apple iPod, artist, display, song, button, MP3, WMA, CD
Reviewed on October 26, 2007The 2008 Scion xD is another snappy-looking boxmobile from the tuner crowd's favorite carmaker. In its base trim level it has precious few cabin-tech features, but the extensive options list will satisfy nearly everyone's desires.TAGS:dial, Apple iPod, car, album, stereo, artist, song, category, menu
Reviewed on October 18, 2007The Sony CDX-GT520 is a decent option for those wanting a reasonably priced stereo to play disc-based audio. While it does support HD Radio, it requires the connection of a clunky add-on module, which is almost more trouble than it's worth.TAGS:HD radio, radio, Sony Corp., stereo, album, subwoofer, ID3-Tag, artist, song, WMA, MP3