Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)
This week our editors were busy reviewing a rugged camera that doesn't look rugged, a tiny $99 pico projector for your iPhone, a 3D printer, and an Editors' Choice-winning Toyota Prius.
2012 Toyota Prius
2012 Toyota Prius
The Editors' Choice-winning2012 Toyota Prius just works, delivering outstanding fuel economy, good cabin-tech options, and a comfortable ride with few compromises. Read the review.
MakerBot Replicator 3D printer
MakerBot Replicator 3D printer
For those willing to invest the time and the money, the MakerBot Replicator 3D printer will provide the most powerful consumer 3D-printing experience available. Read the review.
Audio-Technica ATH-M35
Audio-Technica ATH-M35
While they're not in the same league as the step-up ATH-M50, the Audio-Technica ATH-M35 costs a lot less and offers impressive performance and decent build quality for the money -- plus it has the fold-up element that's missing from the ATH-M30. Read the review.
Audio-Technica ATH-M50 Studio Monitor Headphones
Audio-Technica ATH-M50 Studio Monitor Headphones
The Audio-Technica ATH-M50 Studio Monitor Headphones are among the best available for less than $200, offering excellent sound and build quality. Read the review.
Roku HD (2012)
Roku HD (2012)
With its capability to stream hundreds of audio and video channels (including Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu Plus), the $60 Roku HD (2012) would be our top pick for those seeking an ultra-affordable Internet media box -- if not for the fact that it's nearly identical to the slightly cheaper Roku LT. Read the review.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 (Orange)
The rugged camera that doesn't look rugged, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 is a nice option for people wanting an ultracompact for days by the pool and nights on the town. Read the review.
Samsung Series 5 Ultra NP530U3B (13-inch, 128GB SSD)
Samsung Series 5 Ultra NP530U3B (13-inch, 128GB SSD)
Samsung's finally made an affordable ultrabook, and the Samsung Series 5 Ultra NP530U3B (13-inch, 128GB SSD) is a well-priced and far slimmer product than its 14-inch cousin. Still, it's not a runaway bargain, and it feels like corners have been cut in adapting it from the stellar Series 9's design. You also might want to wait a few weeks for Intel's latest processors to arrive. Read the review.
HTC Evo 4G LTE (Sprint)
HTC Evo 4G LTE (Sprint)
The HTC Evo 4G LTE (Sprint) is a worthy successor to Sprint's Evo family, as long as you remember one important caveat: until Sprint gets its LTE network off the ground, the Evo 4G LTE won't actually run 4G -- it will be 3G only at first. Read the review.
Micron Technology Pop Video
Micron Technology Pop Video
While it has a few small drawbacks, the tiny $99 Micron Technology Pop Video is a nifty iPhone accessory that produces a picture that's good enough for casual viewing. Read the review.
D-Link DIR-605L Cloud Router
D-Link DIR-605L Cloud Router
The D-Link DIR-605L Cloud Router makes a great solution for people who just need a simple wireless network to share the Internet access among devices. Its cloud-based management feature also proves to be a helpful and practical bonus. Read the review.
Panasonic TY-ER3D4MU
Panasonic TY-ER3D4MU
The Panasonic TY-ER3D4MU is a pair of universal glasses compatible with the Full HD 3D. The glasses offer decent build quality and appreciably better picture quality than cheap glasses. Read the review.
Nocs NS400 (titanium/white)
Nocs NS400 (titanium/white)
The fairly affordable Nocs NS400 (titanium/white) earphones offer a simple, sleek design and strong performance for the money. Read the review.