TVonics DTR-FP250 Digital TV Recorder Review

We like:

Ease of use; good picture and sound quality; low standby power consumption; made in the UK

We don't like:

Styling is not to everyone's taste; price

SmartPlanet judgement:

This is a good PVR that offers lots of features -- albeit at a price -- plus good picture and sound quality. Our favourite bits are the lower power consumption on standby and the lead-free components, plus the fact it was made in the UK.

Remember the days when your video used to blink the time at you, mocking your inability to set it? Smug electronic devices are something none of us needs in our lives, so we welcome high-tech products that are easy to use with open arms. Especially when they consume less energy on top of all that blessed user-friendliness. Continue reading...