Games

In camping, we never forget to bring our digital camera and video recorder because we want to preserve another interesting family getaway. Aside from the basic needs in camping like food and clothes, we make sure that we have our grill and fishing tools. Camping is a family routine every year because through camping, our whole family explores the world together. And as a remembrance of every trip, we spend a night watching our recorded video before the kids start their popcorn fight.

There are rumors flying around that Sony has plans of incorporating a new capability for the PlayStation3. If it would prosper, PS3 can function as a digital video recorder. Sony's PSP has its UMD and Memory Stick Duo storage capabilities, making it able to do more than play games. Meanwhile, Tivo has an upcoming support for Sony's PSP Media Manager. They are both ways to get video entertainment content on to the PSP's glorious screen from a variety of sources. Using the same technology, PS3 can indeed have DVR capabilities.

DVR functionality is said to be one of Sony's top priority, together with making high def movie and TV episode available for downloads just like the iTunes Music Store. There were no details on how the video is going to get into the system. But I think since that PS3 will likely not have a hard drive in all configurations, a DVR function might just be a secondary feature in the device. What can be clearly expected is a device similar to the Microsoft model. A centralized networked computer serves as the repository of content, and streaming media capabilities fill in the rest of the gaps. Rather than being a Tivo-type, a PS3 slash DVR may play content that is fed to it, but you'll need to do the feeding.

The real deal with portable video players is that they have the ability to take multimedia fun to another level. They're just not a pretty sight to behold but a powerful tool to kill time or save the day when you're all bored. Like most portable gadgets, video players offer complete mobility and easy access to all your multimedia files, which can include videos, photos, MP3s and of course games.

Enter Topfield's TFP20. This stylish gadget sports a jet-black color with a few silver buttons to break the monotone. The four" wide screen display is a delightfully bright feature that displays 16 million colors along with the sleek dimensions and weight. It is a mere 270 grams and it's 139mmx73mmx23mm. Even if it doesn't fit your jean's pockets, I'm sure you're still happy with the wide screen. The TFP20 is most likely the most full-featured portable gadget you'll ever get your hands on. This little device can play a wide variety of video and music formats, display digital images and text, as well as directly record audio or video straight from source devices such as televisions, CD players or DVD players.

Ever worried going on a trip leaving your iPod or your portable PlayStation 2 behind? A long trip can really get you bored, don't you think? If there's another device that can well be included in the list of your portables than, it's the MacVision Multimedia Machine.

It is not called a multimedia machine for no reason. The MacVision Multimedia Machine can do a lot than just capture everyone's attention in the room. At first glance it look like a kid's hi-tech toy. But it's packed with nifty features that even an old man would love.Through this portable device you can watch videos, record TV shows, songs and photos. This lightweight gadget has PVR built in it which allows you to record video from TV and even DVDs. It has a 20GB memory capacity that let's you store all the multimedia files that you want and need for that long travel.

A large storage room for twenty MP4 movies, five thousand songs, or twenty thousand digital pictures. With the 7-inch screen you can watch with high-resolution without bothering on putting your eye glasses. It's a photo album, audio and video player in one small cool gadget. What's more is that it even has a voice recording function.

Are you the type who loves portable stuff? Then you don't have to worry because Archos is adding a new gadget to your list of portables. The Archos AV 700 100 GB Mobile Digital Video Recorder has finally broken into the mainstream market and will definitely pose a serious threat to its competitors. This portable DVD player lets you in to some serious fun and entertainment with all its amazing features and capabilities.

This gadget is very easy to use. You can record long videos, take pictures, watch DVDs, listen to MP3s, and even enjoy mobile games. Because it has an excellent storage capacity you can have a wide collection of media without having to worry about the hard drive. This little gadget also supports the Mophun gaming engine, that let's you download and purchase games so you have something to play anytime, anywhere.

What's more, you can take your gaming experience to another level by connecting a mini game pad to it. Its 7-inch screen is definitely kicking your mobile viewing up a notch. This gadget was created not only for families, movie lovers but people who are always on the go.

Some portable video recorders can be used as monitors for your game consoles. This will make your road trips more fun and peaceful.

Some portable video recorders can be used as handheld gadgets where you can download freeware games and play it in the device.

This proves that you can use your portable video recorder in so many ways. Now you won't have trouble thinking about a way to kill time. Just bring a console with you or download a game for you enjoyment.

Your portable video game can have another use. It can also be a game console. You can install games in your portable video recorder and play with it when you have nothing to do or when your kid can't behave inside your car. Your portable video recorder will become the ultimate handheld entertainment system.

Thanks to portable technology, you can now have card, puzzle and word game on you video recorder. Anywhere you are, you can always amuse yourself with the different pictures of your handy video recorder.