Reviewed on July 28, 2009Gateway's DX4300-03 is a game attempt at a digital media hub-style PC, but the value proposition just isn't here. Slow performance in particular drags this desktop down, and unless you particularly value a TV tuner, you'll find faster, more capable computers not much farther down the retail shelf.TAGS:Gateway Inc., ASUS, wireless networking, Acer Aspire, TV Tuner, optical drive, 64-bit, networking, Acer Inc., TV, PC
Reviewed on November 10, 2005Hauppauge's WinTV-PVR-500 MCE is a good choice if you want to record two programs simultaneously, but it assumes you have a Media Center remote and the correct decoding software.TAGS:Hauppauge, TV Tuner, FM-radio, Media Center PC, card, TV, connection
Reviewed on May 22, 2007The Plextor PX-HDTV500U Mini Digital HDTV Receiver provides a cheap and easy way to watch and record HDTV on your PC. We recommend this compact tuner and antenna kit particularly for laptops that feature Microsoft's Media Center app.TAGS:Plextor, antenna, stand, Media Center PC, HDTV, app, TV Tuner, laptop computer, USB, TV, Microsoft Windows Vista, PC
Reviewed on June 12, 2006The Sony MFM-HT205 is a double threat, serving as both a TV and a computer monitor. This 20-inch wide-screen LCD features an impressive array of video connections, and it wowed us with its image quality. It will suit the work and entertainment needs of all but the most discerning graphics professionals.TAGS:monitor, port, Sony Corp., subwoofer, computer monitor, TV, TV Tuner, speakers, LCD, video
Reviewed on February 8, 2006The Plextor ConvertX PVR is an affordable USB TV tuner with a decent software bundle, but its performance is less than stellar.TAGS:SageTV, Plextor, Ulead, TV Tuner, Media Center PC, TV, USB, DVD, video, PC