Toshiba 46XV545U(Flat-panel TVs) Consider the midprice Toshiba 45XV545U for its decent overall picture quality, not its gimmicky standard-definition processing.
Mushroom Men: Rise of the Fungi (DS)(DS Games)
Sonic Unleashed (Wii)(Wii Games)
Rune Factory 2: A Fantasy Harvest Moon (DS)(DS Games)
Hannspree SD7021(Digital Photo Frames) It may be no-frills, but Hannspree's SD7021 7-inch digital photo frame is a bit better than its budget price would indicate.
Apple LED Cinema Display (24-inch)(LCD Monitors) While performance is excellent, the Apple LED Cinema Display's one connection option paints it into a small corner that is welcoming only to newer MacBook owners.
Richard Solo 1800 Backup Battery(Power Devices/Batteries) The Richard Solo 1800 Backup Battery is on the expensive side, but you get a lot of bang for your buck.
Shaun White Snowboarding: Road Trip (Wii)(Wii Games)
2008 Toyota Prius(Coupe/Hatchback) Although still a fuel economy champion, the 2008 Toyota Prius is about to be replaced by a new generation that should be better in every way. The car is a great commuter, but wait for the 2010 model.
Nokia N96 (unlocked)(Smartphones) Though the Nokia N96 is a powerful all-in-one smartphone with an impressive amount of user storage, it's not a significant upgrade to the N95 and is outdone by new devices coming to market, including the Nokia N97.
LG Invision - (AT&T)(Cell Phones) Despite its quirky design, if you want an affordable AT&T Mobile TV handset, the LG Invision is the one to get.
Vizio VOJ370F(Flat-panel TVs) Accurate color performance helps the Vizio VOJ370F stand out from the midsize LCD pack.
2009 Lincoln MKX(SUV) Although not the car we would consider fun to drive, the 2009 Lincoln MKX's entertainment system delights, while information services can keep you out of bad traffic and help you find the cheapest gas.
Age of Empires: Mythologies (DS)(DS Games)
Baylis Revolution(MP3 players) The Baylis Revolution may be overkill for recreational camping, but it's a perfect boredom-buster for globe trekkers, outdoorsmen, and fans of green energy.
PowerUp Forever (Xbox 360)(Xbox 360 Games)
Kodak EasyShare W1020 Wireless Digital Frame(Digital Photo Frames) Kodak may have cut some corners on the build quality of the EasyShare W1020 Wireless Digital Frame, but it offers decent image quality, performance, and a strong feature set for the money.
Bolt (DS)(DS Games)
Rise of the Argonauts (Xbox 360)(Xbox 360 Games)
Call of Duty: World at War (Wii)(Wii Games)
LG HBS-250 stereo Bluetooth headset(Headsets) If you want a lightweight stereo Bluetooth headset for when you're on the go, the LG HBS-250 is a good affordable choice despite its quirks.
Alpine TUA T550HD HD Radio tuner(Car electronics) For users who spend much time listening to broadcast stations that offer HD Radio, the Alpine TUA-T550HD's increased sound quality and functionality make it a worthwhile addition to an Ai-Net compatible Alpine receiver.
HP TouchSmart IQ816(Desktops) No other all-in-one PC can offer touch-based input or an LCD screen as large as that of the HP TouchSmart IQ816. It's hard to deny that those features make this a compelling desktop for families with a place to put it. Weak performance hinders its suitability for work, and it's not the best digital entertainment center, but we recommend this system to anyone looking to get in early on the touch-computing experiment.
