Axion AXN-8701

870 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Sound (115)
Tuner (9)
Image quality (9)
Build quality (9)
Energy (6)

Negative
Remote control (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 870 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers are impressed by the energy efficiency and tuner. The build quality and image quality are also appreciated. There are some mixed comments about the resolution, while some have doubts about the remote control.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other TVs the Axion AXN-8701 7-Inch Widescreen Handheld LCD TV with Built-In Tuner, Black is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review by: CharlesNdago (cnet.com)

Nice sharp widescreen picture and multi power choices

Great for over the air broadcast reception of HD programming and with versatility with RCA cables and earphone miniplug output lets the user take advantage of computer based sound systems or earbuds/headphones.

Easy to program with suplied remote. Aux antenna supplied works realy good. Picture quality in 16x9 format is sharp and color is good. Built-in rechargable battery, car charger cable make this easily portable. The supplied RCA cables are invaluable

Supplied remotes buttons require some effort(pressure)to work. Needs a tote bag for portability

Dec, 2008

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Consumer review by: TommyTV (cnet.com)

Poor performance, very very strong signal required

Useless as an emergency TV unless you are in a very strong signal area and only need 1 to 2 hours of viewing.

Sleek design, simple controls, good image when you can get a station, light weight, easy to use

Much poorer sensitivity than any other TV I have ever tested.Unless you are in a very strong signal area, don't buy it. Also, it uses an internal battery with very short viewing time of 2 hours or less. If you want a TV for emergency look elsewhere

Dec, 2008

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Amazon review summary for the Axion AXN-8701 7-Inch Widescreen Handheld LCD TV with Built-In Tuner, Black

alaTest has collected and analyzed 812 user reviews of the Axion AXN-8701 7-Inch Widescreen Handheld LCD TV with Built-In Tuner, Black from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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70% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Patrick Purdy (amazon.com)

Reception Sucks

Signal Reception on this TV Sucks big time for me. I get ten stations on my reg TV and this TOY got NONE. For the money it would make a fair Monitor that's why I gave it One star and not Zero. I got a refund

May, 2011

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Consumer review by: Judy (amazon.com)

I am Satisfied

I recently bought this item to use when we sit in our gazebo in the evening. I did not want to pay much for a small tv that I was not going to use all that much. I wanted something very portable and easy to set up with reasonable reception (over the...

May, 2011

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Consumer review by: PeterJmail (amazon.com)

Excellent as a CCTV Monitor!

We recently bough 2 more of these because of the Video in feature. We had one that lasted 2 years and STILL works as a TV (the Vid in stopped working but not due to poor workmanship but due to our wear and tear). I have one and my service teck has one...

May, 2011

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Consumer review by: J. Sheppard (amazon.com)

Portable Emergency TV

The TV was packed well and arrived very quickly in good condition. I was a little apprehensive about the quality of the TV based on some of the reviews. I purchased the TV for emergency purposes. Here is what I found:

May, 2011

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Consumer review by: Paulidoodler (amazon.com)

Don't buy this useless piece of junk.

I bought this portable tv about a year ago, but didn't open the box until April 2011. I plugged it into the ac adapter and turned it on - a green power light came on and it worked. Then, when I tried to charge the battery, it wouldn't charge, because...

Apr, 2011

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Consumer review by: MEdouble D "Good Book Lover" (amazon.com)

Oh my goodness

I agree with one of the 1 star ratings.

Apr, 2011

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Consumer review by: toes10 (amazon.com)

SOLD

Outstanding!! Have had for a few weeks now, works Great! With included exernal antenna I pick up more channels then tv in garage with converter & $40 antenna. The reception, image and remote are outstanding.. Just wish it had a carry bag, or a smaller...

Apr, 2011

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Product Specifications

Axion AXN-8701 widescreen portable handheld TV gives you the ability to enjoy your favorite television programs anywhere in your home – even away from home. Use it to watch TV while others are occupying the main TV or the room where it is located. Watch the morning news without having to get out of bed, or while sun bathing in the back yard. The LCD TV has a 7-inch LCD widescreen that offers a high-resolution, high-brightness display. The built-in ATSC/NTSC tuner for both analog and digital channels and the built-in antenna enables you to receive crisp reception of your favorite channels - and it will work after the digital to analog transition on February 19, 2009. The AXN-8701 comes with an additional external antenna to help receive stronger reception. The portable player features A/V input for external audio/video sources. The built-in twin speaker system allows for multiple people to watch at once or you can plug your headphones into the headphone jack to enjoy your favorite programs without disturbing those around you. The rechargeable Lithium-Polymer battery offers you a sufficient amount of time to watch several of your favorite shows without having to frequently recharge the battery. Portable TV includes an AC power adapter as well as a car adaptor (used by plugging into the cigarette lighter of your car) so you will be able to have unlimited use on a long road trip. Remote control, A/V cables and instruction manual are also included with portable TV player.