NeoDigits Helios HVD2085

9 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 reviews of NeoDigits Helios HVD2085. The average rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average rating of 3.8/5 for other DVD Players for all reviews.

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other DVD Players the NeoDigits Helios HVD2085 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Evan Blass (engadget.com)

NeoDigits' Helios HVD2085 upscaling DVD player reviewed

Matt Burns has a thorough review of the NeoDigits' Helios HVD2085 upscaling DVD player (also known as the NeuNeo HVD2085) over at our sister blog HDBeat, and not only does he train his own experienced eye on the unit's video performance, he actually...

Apr, 2006

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Expert review by : Matthew Moskovciak (cnet.com)

Helios HVD2085 review: Helios HVD2085

Helios HVD2085

Upconversion over HDMI and component-video outputs; upconverts to 11 different resolutions; VGA output; supports HDCD; includes HDMI cable.

Subpar video processing; average design; somewhat expensive.

The Helios HVD2085's generous connectivity and upconversion capabilities can't make up for its below-average HDMI performance.

Apr, 2006

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Expert review by : Clint DeBoer (audioholics.com)

NeuNeo HVD2085 1080p DVD Player Review

It was only a matter of time until a company released a fully "unlocked" player that upconverted DVDs to 1080p. Just think of the marketing angles: "Why wait for high definition DVD when you can have it now!" or "Who needs Blu-ray Disc when you can get...

True 720p/1080i/1080p upconversion via component video outputs ; HVD support for true HD DVDs

Poor deinterlacing capability ; No flag-less 2:3 error detection ; Fisher Price remote control ; Cheap aesthetics ; Soft Picture ; User manual missing key graphics in diagrams

Feb, 2007

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Expert review by : Clint DeBoer (audioholics.com)

NeoDigits Helios HVD2085 DVD Player

I hope it's never too late to say “I'm sorry”. At least, that's how I feel about the new Helios HVD2085 DVD player. You see, I really judged this player harshly in its former incarnation under the

True 720p/1080i/1080p upconversion via component video outputs and HDMI ; Much improved remote control with helpful resolution and format buttons ; 480i support via HDMI

Poor deinterlacing capability ; No flag-less 2:3 error detection ; Plasma-killing screen when powered up with no disc ; Slow response time (power up, eject, etc) ; DVD menu button lost in remote ; User manual STILL missing certain images (same missing...

May, 2006

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Neodigits HVD2085

2006 is the year that most of us will probably think about buying a new TV, if for no other reason than the all important feature of HD (High Definition). Apart from the increased resolution and quality improvements, HD TV ready sets include the new...

On the other hand, there are several things that may trouble you. The most obvious, its price. The player costs around US$200. In that price range, we would expect the player to support Mpeg4/DivX formats and network connectivity. Its older brother,...

Apr, 2006

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Expert review by : Geoffrey Morrison (hometheater.com)

NeuNeo HVD2085 1080p Upconverting DVD Player

I must admit I, and I assume you, had never heard of this company before this review. The boss (Maureen Jenson) had been talking with them and had a review sample sent to our studio. I didn't find that part out until later. As far as I knew, this...

Dec, 2005

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Expert review by : Matthew Moskovciak (cnet.com.au)

Helios HVD2085 review: Helios HVD2085

Helios HVD2085

Upconversion over HDMI and component-video outputs; upconverts to 11 different resolutions; VGA output; supports HDCD; includes HDMI cable.

Subpar video processing; average design; somewhat expensive.

The Helios HVD2085's generous connectivity and upconversion capabilities can't make up for its below-average HDMI performance.

Apr, 2006

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Expert review by : Seán Byrne (myce.com)

NeoDigits Helios HVD2085 Review - Hi-Def Upscaling DVD Player

With HD DVD and Blu-ray players starting off expensive, this makes it the ideal time to get the most out of a HDTV set\'s capabilities with the use of a HD upscaling DVD player. NeoDigits was kind enough to send us their latest upscaling DVD player, an...

May, 2006

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