This week on gdgt: Razer's Edge isn't quite sharp enough
Each week, our friends at gdgt go through the latest gadgets and score them to help you decide which ones to buy. Here are some of their latest picks -- along with a few you should probably avoid. Want more? Visit gdgt anytime to catch up on the latest, and subscribe to gdgt's newsletter to get a weekly roundup in your inbox.
Razer Edge
Razer wants to change the face of tablet gaming with the Edge, bringing laptop-style performance to a slate form factor, but the two might not be a match made in heaven. Here on Engadget, we found the design "boring, but functional" and said there "are limits to how long one can hold a 2.1-pound tablet aloft." Making the experience even poorer is the price, since you'll have to shell out $1,000 for the lowest-end machine, and $1,450 for the 256GB Pro model. That doesn't even take into account the price of the accessories, like the intriguing Gamepad Controller, which will run you an additional $250.
Buy from $999
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Oppo BDP-103
The Oppo BDP-103's price may be high, but not many players combine built-in support for major streaming services with support for SACD, DVD-Audio and even FLAC audio files, as well as an MHL port for devices like the Roku Streaming Stick. If you put a lot of stock in video and audio quality, and want a player with support for a wide range of file formats, it's hard to beat.
Buy from $499
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ASUS VivoBook S500
Want a big, affordable touchscreen Windows 8 laptop? It's hard to go wrong with the S500 -- though it's heavier than a typical Ultrabook and lacks a full HD display.
Buy from $659
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Behringer iNuke Boom Jr.
If volume's your top priority, you're on a tight budget and you don't need wireless (or portability), the Boom Jr. could be worth considering, especially since it's now available from some discounters for about $100.
Buy from $116
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