Panasonic DVD-LV70 Portable DVD Player
Let me count the qualities I like about this device
I travel frequently on 3-4 hour flights and this device has saved me from the boredom of paperbacks and magazines while commuting from one coast to the other.<br />High marks:<br /> * - Exceptionally great display. The 7&quot; screen is wonderful for upclose or from a short distance. The colors are bright and the screen is sharp. I've noticed very little distortion<br /> * - Lightweight and portable. I bought a caselogic case for it and can store the device, battery, charger, remote, cables and several dvds (using slimline cd cases).<br /> * - Battery life. I get at least four solid hours with no problems. When the battery does go out it is sudden and immediate, no gradual loss of power or noticable artifacts. The battery is a healthy lithium ion that allows you to re-charge between connecting flights with no fear of harming the battery life.<br /> * - Excellent controls. Once you learn them, you can operate this unit in the dark with no problems. It allows you to manipulate many things, including screen size and audio options.<br /> * - Great sound. The stereo speakers work terrific and are more than adequate for personal listening. In the air I use noise cancelling earphones and get completely lost in the film (when I am able to stay awake). Another great option is to use an external speaker system (try the same ones you use with your desktop). My wife and I keep it with us on vacations, subwoofer and all.<br /> * - Usability. Not only is this a terrific portable, you can also use it as a source for your television. It is Dolby 5.1 compliant and does a great job, remote control and all.<br /> * - Coolness. Be prepared to answer a lot of questions when you break this player out. I've had stewardresses sit down and watch Rocky with me, and often notice people standing in the isle just to admire the display.<br />  a) The picture is sharper than a laptop, much more reliable and has better sound (even optical out!). It is lighter and takes up half the space. I travel light and never check bags, so this means a lot to me.<br />Downsides?<br />None that I can honestly consider a real problem. A few reviews back I notice someone complained about the 7&quot; screen being too big...FYI: the 5&quot; screen uses the same case, it just has more plastic to fill in the difference.light and never check bags, so this means a lot to me.<br />Downsides?<br />None that I can honestly consider a real problem. A few reviews back I notice someone complained about the 7&quot; screen being too big...FYI: the 5&quot; screen uses the same case, it just has more plastic to fill in the difference.