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Small player with minimum of cables
Plays many file types
Ease of use
Video upscaling
Easy to setup and easy to use
Supports FreeAgent Go drives
Or just about any other USB connected storage
Supports a variety of file formats
1080i high definition support
Audio and video from DVD folder playback is very good
Offers a variety of connection options
Easy setup
Intuitive sync software
Composite
Component
S-Video ports
Additional USB connection
Integrates well with Seagate’s Free Agent hard disks
Quality is good
Easy to set up and use
Removable hard drive included (250 or 500GB option)
Front mounted USB port for accessing content on USB flash drives and Digital Still Cameras
High definition video playback capability up to 1080i
Inexpensive.
Integrated slot for FreeAgent Go storage drive
Compact
Stylish design
You can connect up to two mass USB storage devices--including a camera--at one time
The $229 Seagate FreeAgent Theater HD Media Player is a good device for novices who want to view their PC’s content on a big screen but are intimidated by streaming media devices. However, true multimedia addicts may want to take a pass since the Fr...
Abstract: So you bought this fancy FreeAgent Go from Seagate and you begin to transfer all of your photos, music and movies onto the ultra-portable drive while shouting, “this drive is sweet!”, when suddenly a question mark appears above your head. You ask yours...
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Published: 2009-04-01, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
Integrated slot for FreeAgent Go storage drive; compact, stylish design; you can connect up to two mass USB storage devices--including a camera--at one time; 720p/1080i HD output; plays music, image, and video files; solid photo display capabilities.
Couldnt play back as many file types as competing products; no HDMI output.
While the Seagate FreeAgent Theater has a decent interface and good photo display options, it doesnt read as many video file formats as its competitors. Price range: $79.00 - $140.86 check prices See all products in the Seagate FreeAgent Theater series
Bland interface; folder-based navigation to files; no HDMI port
This device makes getting your media files off your PC and onto your HDTV a breeze, but youre forced to wade through folders to find what you want. File support is fairly robust, and videos looked good, but output resolution maxes out at 1080i, and t...
While it might seem like a good idea, the Seagate FreeAgent Theater is more novelty than useful. And the price point is not as competitive as others in this range. ...
Great for photos and videos, integrates well with Seagate’s FreeAgent Go range of hard drives
Doesn’t support some video codecs, no HDMI or 1080p playback
If you’re an avid Seagate external hard drive aficionado and have a predilection for watching slideshows on your television, the Freeagent Theater is exactly what you need. As a general purpose media player, though, it doesn’t stand up to the...
Abstract: While viewing digital content on your computer monitor is fine for certain activities, for a more enjoyable experience you might prefer to use your television screen. ...
