If you’re in the market for a Freeview HD recorder, it’s worth considering the Digital Stream DHR8205, which is the 500GB version of the unit that I reviewed here for RegHardware.
Although it doesn’t have network media playback facilities like the Humax (though some suspect that may come later), it’s a very capable unit and well worth a look – and one of the few that has support for surround sound.
It’s listed at the moment on the John Lewis web site for just £199, which is a much more competitive price than many other Freeview HD recorders, so well worth considering. Thanks to the guys on AV Forums for pointing out this offer.
