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Review summary: The sad demise of the Sega Dreamcast might seem irrelevant now, but the reason for its death is one that all technology companies should be...

Verdict: Microsoft ups the stakes against Apple's iPod

Pros: Excellent screen ; simple menu system ; video out socket

Cons: Creative (no UK number)

Verdict: Record and store digital media to play on the go

Pros: Exceptional battery life

Cons: No PVR function

Verdict: Great functionality, but youmay want to wait for next generationmodels before parting with your cash.

Review summary: If you don't own a PC capable of TV taping, it's hugely disappointing. Without the ability to directly record video, and no easy way to port DVDs to the PMC, you'd be better off buying a portable DVD player.

Review summary: Microsoft and Creative Labs come together to create a portable media center, but is it any good?

Verdict: If you don't own a PC capable of TV taping, it's hugely disappointing. Without the ability to directly record video, and no easy way to port DVDs to the PMC, you'd be better off buying a portable DVD player.