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Consumer Electronics
 Websites presented in alphabetical order ConsumerReports.org: TVs & Services 
 Step-by-step guide to buying a TV. Topics include TV types (such as LCD, plasma HDTV, rear-projection, and front projectors), image quality (high definition versus standard definition), screen size, screen shape (regular or wide screen), connections for devices such as DVD players and cable boxes, and other features such as flat screens and aspect ratio controls. Note: product reviews and ratings require paid subscription. From Consumer Reports. http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/electronics-computers/tvs-services/index.htm Topics: Home & Housing, Technology Last updated Nov 1, 2008 Digital Home DIY
Collection of do-it-yourself home technology projects, such as archiving VHS video to DVD, turning a computer monitor into a TV, choosing an HDTV (high-definition television) provider, setting up a wireless computer network, and connecting an iPod to speakers. Includes product reviews, instructional videos, examples, and related resources. Note: Includes links to product vendors. From CNET. http://www.cnet.com/1990-7381_1-6222935-1.html?tag=lnav Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Home & Housing, Technology Last updated Sep 30, 2009 Geek-Free Home Automation
This 2004 review of home automation technologies and applications discusses limitations on functioning of systems. Covers X10 technology, which dates to the late 1970s and "sends power pulses from a switch over your household current to a device," and various wireless protocols. From PC Magazine. http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1759,1628489,00.asp Topics: Technology Last updated Jun 4, 2008 Home Theater
The website for this print magazine features equipment reviews, shopping tips, news briefs, blogs, and other home theater content. The shopping tips section provides articles on shopping for a television (with discussion of HDTV and flat-panel TVs), portable DVD player, digital video recorder (DVR), and surround-sound speaker system. Note: "AV Marketplace" section includes commercial content. http://www.hometheatermag.com Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Home & Housing, Technology Last updated Feb 21, 2006 myGreenElectronics
This website features a ZIP code look-up for electronics recycling facilities and listings of electronics (such as computers, home theater, and televisions) that are energy efficient, made of recycled materials, or have other green properties. Includes reuse and recycling tips related to electronics. From the Consumer Electronics Association, a trade organization promoting consumer technology. http://www.mygreenelectronics.org/ Topics: Technology Last updated Aug 19, 2008 O'Reilly Digital Media: Article Archives
Collection of articles about audio, video, and photography technology trends. Some of the topics include computer music videos, digital image management, digitizing videotapes, MP3 players, vocoders, and digital bookmarks. Includes a mix of highly technical pieces and beginning articles such as "What is Podcasting" and "What is Vlogging." From O'Reilly Media, publishers of books on computers and technology; articles are written by O'Reilly book authors and other industry experts. http://digitalmedia.oreilly.com/articles.csp Topics: Home & Housing, Internet, Media, Photography Last updated May 2, 2006 Retrevo
This search engine is designed for finding product reviews and buying guides, troubleshooting tips, manufacturer information, and related material for consumer electronic products. The "Examples" section lets users browse through vendor names for reviews and manuals, and the "Products" section provides digital camera, camcorder, TV, and other electronics reviews. Also includes a blog. http://www.retrevo.com Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Technology Last updated Mar 19, 2007 Sound & Vision Online
The website for this home theater magazine features buying guides and articles about TVs, DVD players, surround-sound systems, and related equipment. Highlights of the site include "How to Speak A/V" (definitions of technical terms), a guide to HDTV (covering display types and technologies, widescreen versus standard aspect ratio, screen size, and other considerations), and reviews of iPod players and accessories. http://www.soundandvisionmag.com Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Home & Housing, Technology Last updated Feb 21, 2006 Wired: Gadget Lab
Blogged reviews of new tech toys, such as game controllers, iPod accessories, MP3 players, PDAs (personal digital assistants), cell phones, headphones, and digital cameras. Includes unique items such as a home weather station and a "spot-free" car wash system. Archives go back to 2003. From Wired Magazine. http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/ Topics: Technology Last updated Sep 22, 2009 |
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