Reviewed on February 7, 2008With its sophisticated digital processor and car-specific acoustic output, the JVC KD-S100 is an innovative addition to the aftermarket audio world. Its limited availability and vague pricing restrict its appeal, but new car owners may well see it as a worthwhile means of significantly improving their in-car audio.TAGS:JVC, dealer, satellite radio, stereo, output, car, Apple iPod, satellite, speakers
Reviewed on May 9, 2007The Kenwood DPX302 has basic digital audio support and some advanced audio-customization features, but its user interface is less than adequate, even for an entry-level car stereo.TAGS:Kenwood, car stereo, digital audio, subwoofer, output, WMA, speakers, MP3
Reviewed on November 17, 2006With all the talk of HD video, you might scratch your head when you learn that HP's Digital Entertainment Center z560 only has a standard-definition DVD player. But when you learn what else it has and that its price is pretty reasonable, you might not care. This is a perfect home theater PC for riding out the HD format wars.TAGS:Digital Equipment Corp., home theater PC, HP, output, HDMI, video card, PC, DVD, video, Microsoft Windows
Reviewed on May 15, 2006The inexpensive Samsung DVD-V9650 DVD/VCR combo unit has an HDMI output, a nice design, and DivX compatibility, but its soft video quality falls short of other HDMI players we've tested.TAGS:VCR, DVD, output, Samsung Electronics, digital audio, 1080i, resolution, DVD player, video
Reviewed on July 31, 2006The Kenwood KDC X890 is a capable head unit that supports a broad range of audio formats. Voice indexing helps counteract awkward manual file selection, although the system's claims that it measures car performance are dubious.TAGS:Kenwood, artist, album, ID3-Tag, output, folder, USB flash drive, CD
Reviewed on February 22, 2008The redesigned 2008 Volvo V70 is a stylish grocery getter with plenty of get-up-and-go. Its entertainment and active safety tech options are impressive, but its lack of Bluetooth hands-free calling is a disappointment.TAGS:Volvo, cabin, speakers, output, car, high-performance, entertainment
Reviewed on April 13, 2006The Helios HVD2085's generous connectivity and upconversion capabilities can't make up for its below-average HDMI performance.TAGS:HDMI, 1080i, output, HDTV, DVD player, DVD, 1080p, button, MP3