Testseek.co.uk have collected 34 expert reviews of the Netgear Digital Entertainer Elite EVA9150 and the average rating is 76%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Netgear Digital Entertainer Elite EVA9150.
June 2009
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34 Reviews
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The editors liked
Pluses
WiFi N
Internet services and networking
Universal remote
Nice looking graphics for the interface
Built-in hard disk
High-definition support
Easy to use
Excellent format support
Built-in hard disc
Easy setup
Format support
Fantastic array of media playback options
Easy to set up and use
Can stream content directly from the internet
Support 802.11n wireless
Great format support
Impressive pictures
Builtin storage
WirelessN
Wide range of format support
Excellent performance
Builtin 11n Wifi
Good access to online content
Terrific video
Audio and image support
Very good picture and sound quality
Removable hard drive
Good connectivity
Excellent networking support
Excellent performance and media support
Access to online content
Easy to configure and use
Range of extra features
The editors didn't like
Minuses
Multimedia compatability
The competiton is doing much better
Sometimes overcomplicated interface
USB
WiFi and Ethernet slowdowns
No DTS decoding
Expensive
Remote control takes some getting used to
Chunky case
No TV tuner
Sizeable unit looks a bit chunky next to the Apple TV
Setup wasn’t as straightforward as Apple’s unit either Min specs
Excellent performance and media support, access to online content, easy to configure and use, range of extra features
Minor issues with the interface, no USB-host connection, very expensive
For those serious about sharing media collections around the home and viewing video online, this is the most effective solution we’ve seen to date, if you can afford itKey specsAnalogue audio, Component, Composite, Ethernet, HDMI, Optical, S-Video...
Abstract: The EVA9150 is the successor to the EVA8000, which won a Best Buy award in our last group test. The new model has some significant improvements, including an easily accessible 500GB hard disk and support for an even wider range of HD video formats a...
In the final reckoning, the EVA9150 boasts support for a wide range of formats, but is beset on all sides by exemplary rivals. If you don't mind doing away with the streaming functions and can be bothered to copy your media files onto a USB hard drive...
Excellent file support. Intuitive user interface. Easy-to-use multifunction remote. HD-compatible. Several connectivity options. 500GB hard drive. Built-in YouTube, Flickr, Internet radio support.
Video streaming is very weak. Graphics are rather plain. Sometimes displays wrong album art. Pricey.
With a huge hard drive and excellent file support, Netgears EVA9150 is a strong media extender, but its weakness with streaming video will likely be a deal-breaker for many....
Abstract: Streaming standard-def movies from computers and remote hard drives to televisions has been old hat for years now. But for high-def connoisseurs looking to step up to the good stuff – pure 1080p digital content – extreme file size and bandwidth constr...
Hard drive buffering provides uninterrupted playback with almost any speed network, No computer required for YouTube, Flickr & other Internet content, Smooth 1080p / 24 playback, Improved remote with ability to control other devices
Internet video content limited to partners, User Interface still clunky in spots
Disk-based Network Multimedia Player supporting many formats and Internet Video and photos without requiring a companion PC....
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Published: 2009-04-21, Author: Jeff , review by: cnet.com
Network media streamer; enormous file playback compatibility; can access media RSS feeds and play many online video files; includes user-replaceable 500GB hard drive; 802.11a/b/g/n compatible; doesnt require Windows Media Center; plays YouTube videos ...
A bit pricey; occasionally crashes; cant play any DRM iTunes Store video purchases; no access to Flash-based online video; and no streaming video services, like Netflix or Amazon Video On Demand.
While its a bit pricey and far from perfect, the Netgear Digital Entertainer Elite EVA9150 offers an easy way to access the widest array of digital audio, photo, and, especially, video files for the do-it-yourself crowd.
