Reviewed on April 16, 2009For people who listen primarily to MP3/WMA/AAC audio, the Alpine iDA-X305 offers one of the easiest-to-use interfaces for in-car browsing of digital media.TAGS:Alpine, digital media, TFT, electronics, Apple iPhone, Apple iPod, USB
Reviewed on November 6, 2007CNET did not review the Westinghouse TX-42F430S, but we did review a larger model in the series.TAGS:Westinghouse, electronics
Reviewed on July 28, 2009If you can figure out the bizarre interface for the electronics in the 2010 Volvo XC60, it can be a pretty satisfying car to drive, but you will end up paying for it at the pump.TAGS:Volvo, wagon, transmission, guidance, destination, car, electronics, button
Reviewed on October 20, 2009The new suite of cabin tech in the 2010 Lexus RX 350 catches this luxury SUV up with current car tech leaders, but the power train, while practical, doesn't take advantage of the latest efficiency technologies.TAGS:Lexus, Lexus RX, gear, engine, car, SUV, joystick, electronics, mouse
Reviewed on November 13, 2007The 2008 Acura TL Type-S is very fun to drive, but a number of small issues keep it from being a top performer. To stay on the cutting edge of tech, its cabin electronics need a makeover.TAGS:Acura TL, Acura, car, road, Honda, traffic, corner, San Francisco, GPS, electronics
Reviewed on April 28, 2009For users who already own an Alpine car audio receiver, the KCE-400BT offers an easy way to extend the functionality, safety, and usable life of the headunit by adding clear, hands-free calling and wireless audio streaming.TAGS:Alpine, Parrot, receiver, streaming audio, Bluetooth, call, microphone, touch screen, electronics
Reviewed on December 18, 2008The Alpine iDA-X100 is a great receiver for people who transport all of their music on an iPod or MP3 player. The unit offers fantastic digital-audio integration without the need for a separate adapter, but should you ever want to just play a CD, you'll be out of luck.TAGS:Alpine, digital audio, LCD screen, receiver, electronics, MP3, song, LCD, menu, button, Apple iPod, CD, USB
Reviewed on May 11, 2009Although the 2009 Nissan Cube S features good design and performance for urban areas, it completely fails as a tech car. Move up to the SL trim, and useful cabin electronics become available.TAGS:Nissan, stereo, electronics, subwoofer, car, MP3, MP3 player, speakers, Apple iPod, CD
Reviewed on October 2, 2007The innovative in-dash Alpine IVA-W205 provides a decent range of media playback options as well as a useful navigation service and a good Bluetooth calling interface when connected to Alpine's portable Blackbird GPS device.TAGS:Alpine, touch screen, navigation, electronics, GPS, button, LCD
Reviewed on November 13, 2007The 2008 Acura TL Type-S is very fun to drive, but a number of small issues keep it from being a top performer. To stay on the cutting edge of tech, its cabin electronics need a makeover.TAGS:Acura TL, Acura, road, car, Honda, traffic, corner, GPS, electronics, San Francisco