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Humax PVR-9200T v2 Freeview player
Can the new update offer a real challenge to Sky?
12 December 2007 11:00 GMT
- The Good
- Series link gives Sky+ functionality without the monthly subscription, dual tuners allow recording of one channel while you watch a 2nd, easy to use menus, excellent picture quality
- The Bad
- The quality of the series functionality is only as good as the information transmitted by the broadcasters, so you sometimes miss the end of programs, slow EPG programming still persists
- Verdict
- A great leap forward in Freeview box technology, allowing Sky+ type recordings to be programmed easily without the need for a monthly subscription. Broadcasters need to ensure accuracy of transmitted timing signals to ensure correct functionality
- Price
- £200
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Microsoft Lifecam VX-7000 webcam
Is the Lifecam the best option for video recording?
11 December 2007 13:00 GMT
- The Good
- Relatively easy to install, good picture quality
- The Bad
- Insists on trying to load Microsoft Live during install to use "full functionality", lead not long enough to plug into machine under desk, slightly fiddly stand/clip arrangement
- Verdict
- An average webcam for video communication, offering good picture quality. Minor niggles (stand and lead length) let the device down slightly
- Price
- £50
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Portrait Professional - PC
Do you need a spot of airbrushing?
9 October 2007 13:00 GMT
- The Good
- Easy to use, allows you to adjust multiple faces within a single photo
- The Bad
- Sometimes over-softens portraits, giving almost a soft focus look to faces
- Verdict
- Overall, a simple to use package that can create some good enhancements to portrait photos. However, judicious use is recommended to stop all of your photos looking like they have been shot through a soft focus lens.
- Price
- £59.95
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Geek Squad PC service
Need your computer fixed? Does Geek Squad have the answer?
3 July 2007 9:00 GMT
- The Good
- Efficient, knowledgeable
- The Bad
- Expensive for simple tasks
- Verdict
- Useful for many people without computer experience or knowledge
- Price
- £Depends on work done, but standard home visit is £99.99. Remote diagnostics usually from £49.99.
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