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more about #battlemodo more comments → bonedog73: Will any of these give me Hulu on my TV? I need something that will do that. I have a roku and ps3. more » Cash907Censored: I got my dad the WD HD TV last Christmas, and he loves it. I love it because it just works right out of the box and plays every format I throw at it, ... more » KassiaHaoe: Why is it called "Apple TV Killers" if you think Apple TV is a poor product? more » ossuary: Good article. I have been looking over this info for a while now and glad to see it collected. i like the idea of the Patriot, BUT I just don't see ... more » Unknown2U: This is what I plan to do. Currently I rent 2 HD-DVRs for $16 a month each. My PC has Windows 7, I purchase this thing next year: [www.cetoncorp.com]... more » diamonddnice: do you really need to kill apple tv? its not like it's popular like an ipod. Isnt' this kinda like saying, "which soft drink will be the Fresca killer... more » Vermifuge: Out of these 5 "Apple TV Killers" do any of them work with the iTunes store? #hdmediaplayers more » dallasmay: The best ATV Killer Ever [store.apple.com] #hdmediaplayers more » RoboBagins: The more I heard about this, the better deal it sounds to build a nettop XBMC [lifehacker.com] #hdmediaplayers more » Justinpaulson: Can you really call it an AppleTV killer when the thing was barely breathing anyway? #hdmediaplayers more » -
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HD Media Player Battlemodo: Apple TV Killers
When Apple TV 3.0 came out, we were unimpressed. Readers asked what else they could use to play their many videos. Here are five nice ones to suit different needs—nearly all cost less, and do more, than ATV. More » -
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$1000 1080p Projector Battlemodo: Optoma HD20 vs Vivitek H1080FD
The idea of a $1000 1080p projector is enticing, but are the first products to reach this price, the VIvitek H1080FD and the Optoma HD20, any good? Yes, yes they are. More » -
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Win 7 Laptop Battlemodo: Thin and Lights For Under $800
A group of 13-inch laptops priced around $800 have been hitting the gym hard, like that Russian guy Rocky fought, in order to shed the pounds and learn to run for hours. But one is the best. More » -
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Bluetooth Headphone Battlemodo: The Best Isn't the Best
Chances are, your phone—yes, even your iPhone—supports Stereo Bluetooth, but not that many people actually use the feature. We've gathered up the best A2DP headphones to either a) figure out why, or b) ask, why not? More » -
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iPhone Navigation App Battlemodo, Part II: The Best Cheap GPS App
When I published the turn-by-turn navigation app battlemodo, many readers asked me to evaluate some other popular choices. Because everything I do, I do for you, here are CoPilot, GoKivo and Sygic, a.k.a. the best of the rest: More » -
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Task Chair Battlemodo: Herman Miller Setu vs. Steelcase Cobi
Two of the biggest names in office chairs, Herman Miller and Steelcase, both recently released a relatively affordable task chair, each with its own quirks and charms. But which should you convince your office manager to buy? More » -
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Wireless Ebook Readers: Which One'll Burn Down the Bookstore?
With the Sony Reader Daily Edition, the 3G-enabled ebook reader battle is pitched. At the end of this year, it'll fight Amazon's Kindle 2 and DX and Plastic Logic's eReader to the death. Here's how they all stack up now: More » -
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The Best iPhone Navigation App: TeleNav vs. Navigon vs. TomTom
I'm happy to report that the leading car navigation apps for the iPhone work surprisingly well. Not only that, but for the next week, there's a clear choice for best app. More » -
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Canon Rebel T1i vs Nikon D5000: Entry-Level DSLR Battlemodo
Nikon and Canon—eternally locked in battle—do each other good by keeping product quality neck and neck. But in the newest entry-level DSLR shootout, if there has to be a winner, it's Canon's Rebel T1i. More » -
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Toughcam Battle: Canon PowerShot D10 vs. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Both Panasonic and Canon announced their first water- and shock-proof compact toughcams earlier this year, and we've taken them underwater for a test. Which is better for capturing your summertime antics both wet AND wild? -
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Nikon D5000 vs. Canon T1i: Place Your Bets
Nikon's D5000 and Canon's Rebel T1i are the two hottest sub-$1000 cameras ever created. But which one is hotter? The specs and shots below say plenty—but tomorrow we give you the final verdict. -
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From the Archives: Our Cut-the-Crap Earphone Battlemodo
You probably know that your stock earbuds are doing a disservice to you and your music, but choosing an in-ear headphone upgrade from the indistinguishable masses can seem impossible. So we did it for you. More » -
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Ultimate Battle: The Snuggie vs. Slanket vs. Freedom Blanket vs. Blankoat
The Slanket, the Snuggie, the Freedom Blanket or the supremely expensive and extravagant Blankoat? This is the most important question of the millennium. You're about to know the answer. More » -
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Dealzmodo: $50 For an Incredible iPod Speaker Dock
If you've read Gizmodo since 2007, you may remember our iPod Dock Bracket. After 17 head-to-head matches, the Grifin Amplifi came out on top as champion. And now it's just $50. More » -
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Battlemodo: Energizer vs Duracell Rechargeable Batteries
Duracell vs Energizer was one of the headlining tech fights of the '80s, as Walkmanseseses chewed through cell after cell. Today, a better match up is the one between their rechargeable batteries.
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Ski Resort Snow Report iPhone App Battlemodo
It's snowing all over the country and ski season in the US is kicking off hard this weekend. Here's my rundown on all major iPhone snow-report apps, and my pick of the worthiest. -
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Cheap HDTV Battlemodo: The Best Sets Under $900
With so much financial strife, it sounds insane to splurge on an HDTV now. Good thing there are 40" or bigger sets to be had for under $900. But which ones don't suck? -
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Windows Mobile Browser Battlemodo: Can You Get the Real Internet?
Many of you asked for a re-do of Windows Mobile browser testing after our Battlemodo declared the platform beyond worthless for surfing. So here it is, the internet running on Windows Mobile's finest hardware. More » -
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Ultimate Toy Robot Battlemodo
Everyone wants love, companionship and contact. Those who can't get it from humans can turn to the latest crop of hot toy robots: Wall-E in three sizes, WowWee's Rovio, Femisapien and Mr. Personality, the dino D-Rex, multi-talented Elmo Live and Sony's enchantingly personable Rolly music player. Each exudes a desire to be your loyal friend from every noisy servo and glowing LED. But which should you choose? More » -
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Cut-the-Crap iPhone Headset Battlemodo
Whether you love or hate your iPhone, you'll get tired of holding that big sticky piece of glass next to your face eventually. Want have a talk while you work or exercise? Need hands-free calling behind the wheel? Do you just have lazy, withered arms? Chances are you need a headset. Though the famed white earbuds are good enough for some, why settle for them just because they just happen to come free, and with an embedded mic? Other companies want a piece of that iPhone action, and have headsets that fit and sound a lot better. "Oh, but fair and wise Gizmodo, which headsets hath you divined for my unworthy purchase?" you might ask. Look no further. Well, no further than after the jump. (And by the way, this review is actually useful for any phone with a 3.5mm mic-and-stereo jack.) More » -
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Ultimate Cut-The-Crap In-Ear Headphone Battlemodo
Why do music lovers put up with cheap stock earbuds? You've spent hundreds of dollars on an MP3 player then effectively nullify your investment with headphones that suck the soul out of the music that you love. Choosing a higher-end set of earphones is almost impossible, since there are way too many, and they are deliberately marketed to blur the distinctions from best to worst. I tried out $2,000 worth of in-ear earphones—16 pairs made it to my final evaluation—and since I like you, I will share the results of my hours of ear penetration. More » -
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Gizmodo's Ultimate Water Gun Battlemodo Royale
There are few things more enjoyable on a hot summer's day than an epic water gun battle with some friends. In the end, everybody wins, because everybody gets soaked and cools down. But you don't want to be caught with a crappy gun; then you'll just be the guy that everyone else gangs up on. We here at Gizmodo don't want that to happen to our beloved readers, which is why we took on the horrible, difficult task ofplaying withtesting five of this season's hottest water guns under $20 to find out which one is going to give you the most splash for your cash. More » -
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The Gizmodo Water Gun Battlemodo Royale: Our Slo-Mo Trailer
This past Saturday, Matt, Benny, Summer Intern Dan, Wilson and I gathered at Wilson's idyllic upstate New York home to test out five of this summer's top water guns via an epic battle. The results and full testing breakdown will be coming later this week, but here's a little taste of what water guns, a Casio EX-F1 slo-mo camera, and a whole lot of beer will produce on a hot summer's day. Stay tuned, and please control yourselves in comments; I know how homoerotic this video is. You're welcome, readers! -
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iPhone Clone Battlemodo: Which One Is the iPhoniest?
Okay, so the iPhone 3G is going to be the second coming of Jesus in pocketable form, but maybe you're a rebel and don't wanna look exactly like the estimated 27 million other tools expected to be running around with an iPhone by 2009. You wanna be different. (Or maybe you can't seem to break out of that damn Sprint contract.) Still, you do want a touchscreen, 3G data, a music player and all that jazz. Is there an iPhone clone worth buying from your carrier? Relax, we've done the work for you and broken down the top three nationwide carriers' best iPhone wannabes into a single chart. -
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Battlemodo of Highest Res Video Goggles: Zeiss Cinemizer vs. Myvu Crystal
Despite the stigma, I've always wanted a pair of video goggles. I never did mind the nerd factor accompanying any piece of gear, at least not after admiring sci fi heroes like Cyclops of the X-men and Geordi from ST:TNG. But they've never been cheap or high-res enough until now. The Zeiss Cinemizer ($400) and the Myvu Crystal ($300) both do 640x480 resolution, which is best in class. And so today I'll try to figure out which one is better headset. During it all, I will suspend all disbelief when it comes to the practicality of wearing a second screen for your video iPod on your face. I mean, what are you really saving here but neck cramps? More » -
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The Ultimate Cheap Camcorder Battlemodo
Ever since the world caught wind of the Pure Digital Flip cam's success, super-cheap digital pocket camcorders have sprouted up everywhere. With everyone and their mother trying to become the next Lil Show Stoppa or Soulja Girl, people need a cheap and easy way to capture those magic moments. I tested six of these cams—from Creative, RCA/Audiovox, DXG and Pure Digital—all $180 or less. Here are samples of all of their videos in various conditions, and an overall look at how they stack up: More » -
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iPhone Cases Go Head to Head in Battlemodo Arena
Personally, I have never been big into phone cases. They can be bulky, flimsy, and having one clipped to your belt makes most people look like a tool. I prefer to let them hang out naked and free—as nature intended. Still, iPhones don't come cheap, and if you dropped all that cash on one you are certainly justified in wanting to protect it from the elements. That is why I have put four major iPhone cases (the Case-mate leather collection, the Otterbox Defender Series, the Ivyskin Xylo T2 Touch-Thru Case and the iShield Mirror) to the test in an effort to determine whether or not they will truly fit your needs.
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Razer vs. SteelSeries PC Gaming Gear Battlemodo: Which One Made Me a Better Gamer?
Not to be a prick, but I'm a better gamer than probably 80 percent of you. At any given first-person shooter, I will probably kill you more than you kill me, and by a decent margin. The point is, I'm good—but I'm no pro. I've actually always been skeptical about "pro" gaming gear, and the sliver of an edge you might gain by paying a lot more. I put complete setups from both SteelSeries and Razer—using my beloved, well-worn five-year-old Logitech gear as a control—through a rigorous multi-day Battlemodo to definitively answer a single, fundamental question: Will pro gaming gear make me a better gamer? More » -
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DSLR Battlemodo Follow-Up
By now you've probably seen our Battlemodo between the four hottest entry-level DSLRs on the market—the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi, the Sony Alpha a350, the Nikon D60 and the Olympus E-420. With 91 good-sized comments (and counting), there were obviously some issues raised that merited further investigation. Here are some new details, discussed by camera model. More » -
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Entry-Level DSLR Battlemodo: Canon Rebel XSi vs. Sony Alpha a350 vs. Nikon D60 vs. Olympus E-420
This month, four eagerly awaited cameras all hit the market with a big ole thud: Canon's EOS Digital Rebel XSi, Sony's Alpha a350, Nikon's D60 and Olympus' E-420. They are not all evenly matched on paper, as you will see, and they certainly vary in price. But what's different about them, really? They are all aimed at people who wake up one morning and realize their point-and-shoot's pics are pretty crappy, people who don't consider themselves photographers but wouldn't mind spending a little money (under $1,000) to put those high-school photography lessons to practice with a decent body-and-lens kit. I decided to fiddle around with the four hottest new entry-level DSLRs and see what I could see.
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Apple TV vs. Vudu vs. Xbox 360: Video Download Battlemodo
If you've been wondering how to compare the video-download options of Apple TV, Vudu and the Xbox 360, I think today is your lucky day.
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Speed Racer vs. Batmobile Zoomdown: Entire 2008 Toy Lineup Get Us All Revved Up
We've got Mattel's entire line of Batman and Speed Racer cars for 2008, and we hope the movies are as geekgasmic as the toys. The Batman lineup punches all of my little fanboy buttons—not only the entire squadron from The Dark Knight, but the two best Batmobiles ever: from the animated series AND Adam Batwest. Speed Racer's got the Mach 5, its sleeker, zippier successor the Mach 6, plus a battle bus! Check out every one in detail after the jump, then tell us who has the most wonderful toys. More » -
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Is MacBook Air Worth the Money? Five Slim Laptops Face Off
Updated with battery life stats, by popular demand. We can all agree that the MacBook Air is a slick-looking little laptop. It's so thin! You can't argue with that! But if you're in the market for a small, high-performance laptop, is it the best option? I pored over specs for four similarly positioned and more-or-less similarly priced laptops to see if you'll get your $1,800 worth out of the Air. Let's go to the chart, shall we?
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Battlemodo: Pioneer Super-Black Kuro Concept Duels Best TV Ever... and Wins
Pioneer execs shuffle us into a dark room, reveal the most critically acclaimed TV made, and then unveil a TV that can kick its ass on contrast. Yes, Pioneer's current Kuro—the "best flat-panel ever"—was shedding light like a sumbitch next to Pioneer's concept Kuro, whose black literally emits no light. So here it is, a strange Battlemodo pitting the super-hot 8th-gen Pioneer plasma against its own future self. [Pioneer at CES 2008]
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Wireless Surround-Sound Headphone Battlemodo
Problem: you want to watch a movie or play a game in glorious surround sound. But someone in your house is sleeping, studying or just annoyed that you are playing BioShock for the third time to get all the achievements. The solution: wireless surround-sound headphones. We tested the three of the most popular models to ensure that you won't buy the wrong one, become sad then throw your life away with booze and drugs.
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Proof the iPod's White Earbuds Don't Suck...That Much
We had a plan. After years of bitching and moaning about crappy, stock Apple earbuds, we were going to put Apple in their place, and once and for all, prove what a lousy product they were packaging with their iPods—the one kink in their plan of global music player dominance. Obviously, the $30 stock earphones in the iPod would get destroyed versus more expensive competitors like those from Shure, Ultimate Ears or V-Moda. So we ordered a bunch of earbud-style headphones all under $20 for "testing". We use those quotes because we really meant "slaughter". Who would have thought that the disrespected Apple earbuds would hold their own?
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