Top-rated reviews of the week (pictures)
This week, CNET's merry band of jolly editors reviewed a refreshing all-in-one Lenovo desktop, a great set of V-Moda headphones, and of course, the Amazon Fire TV. But that's not all -- we also reviewed Flappy Golf. Because that's just how caring we are.
Lenovo IdeaCentre B750
This week, CNET's merry band of jolly editors reviewed a refreshing all-in-one Lenovo desktop, a great set of V-Moda headphones, and of course, the Amazon Fire TV. But that's not all -- we also reviewed Flappy Golf. Because that's just how caring we are.
A refreshing new way to look at all-in-one desktops, the Lenovo B750's Blu-ray-friendly, extra-wide display is great for movies (if you add some extra software), and games greatly benefit from a wider field of view. It's different, and fun to use, but it cries out for a touch screen.
WD My Passport Pro
The WD My Passport Pro is an all-around excellent storage solution for any Thunderbolt-enabled Macs, particularly the MacBook Pro or Air.
V-Moda XS on-ear headphones
If you're looking for a $150-$250 on-ear headphone, the well-built V-Moda XS should be on your short list.
Roku Streaming Stick
Roku's Streaming Stick offers tons of apps, a real remote, and a compact design for just $50, but the slow bootup times of some key apps keep it from being the ultimate streamer.
Flappy Golf
Flappy Golf is the perfect mash-up of Flappy Bird and Stickman Golf, and adds up to a must-have free game with tons of content.
Amazon Fire TV
The Fire TV streaming-media box is an impressive living room debut for Amazon, with standout features like voice search, gaming, and superfast video streaming, but it falls short of being an elite streamer -- at least for now.
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet
While the battery is a concern, the Xperia Z2 Tablet is still a good-looking slate that's loaded with more than enough power for anything you're likely to throw at it. It's a good choice if you're looking for a more affordable iPad alternative with 4G LTE -- particularly if you've ever lost a gadget through water damage.
LG Optimus F3Q (T-Mobile)
Fans of messaging phones will appreciate that the reasonably priced Optimus F3Q carries out the basics without breaking a sweat. Its unfortunately scant onboard storage is not a deal-breaker.
Dimika Action Cam
A tiny, point-and-shoot, full-HD video camera that's simple and fun to use, the Dimika Action Cam is a very good inexpensive option for situations in which you don't want to risk your more-expensive camera or smartphone.