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NeoDigits Helios H4000 February 27th, 2007 | by Ian Bell

Conclusion

While we have to give props to NeoDigits for creating an attractive DVD player with 1080p upscaling abilities at a reasonable price, a few corners appear to have been cut to reach this attractive price point. The H4000 will appeal to those looking for a region-free player or a good value. At $169, the H4000 will give you a lot of bang for your buck in the form of 1080p upscaling, an included HDMI cable, and DivX/Xvid compatibilities, but if you are missing a TV capable of 1080p resolutions, take a look at the Oppo Digital DV-970HD or Samsung 931 DVD players instead.



Pros:

• 1080p video upscaling
• Region-free
• HDMI cable included
• Support for DivX and Xvid files



Cons:

• No SACD or DVD Audio Playback
• Slow start-up time
• Average video performance
• Spotty remote reception
• Cheap-feeling construction