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Axion AXN-8701 7 in. Widescreen Portable Handheld TV - Black

Axion AXN-8701 7 in. Widescreen Portable Handheld TV - Black

with Built-In Tuner

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Reviews Summary

Pros:

color quality (4)

  • ...that I get on the channels that are received is really good, color is good and sound is acceptable also....[0.9]
  • ...performance of this portable tv. The picture is very crisp; the colors bright and vibrant and the reception continues to be better then the...[0.9]
  • ...haven't had to use the extenal antenna. (which they rec.) The color and quality of the picture is very good . For the money, it is a good product. ...[0.8]
  • ...the high definition digital channels. The picture is crisp and clear - the color tones appear very natural. Some of the standard analog stations...[0.8]

general (15)

  • ...great clarity. I have people ask me all the time where I got it. Worth every penny ....[1.0]
  • ...t have cable in my kitchen, so once I found a good spot for the antenna, this was perfect for watching news in the morning while making lunches and Dr...[1.0]
  • ...with the anntena streched out and even touching the glass of the window, the picture is perfect (and the picture is quite stunning in HD). However if I move...[1.0]
  • ...a couple of the channels pixilate but not all. Overall I'm totally happy with it because I only want to watch it out in the yard while bar...[1.0]

operate (1)

  • ...that lasted about 45 minutes each. The TV is nice and clear and easy to operate . The remote does it's job well. I had a Haier 7" TV that died...[0.8]

performing (2)

  • ...ground (as they often are). The tuner/antenna of this TV has performed better than any other small portable I have tried. I also like the threaded...[0.9]
  • ...integral, and one plug on, that stands on a little pad. The set performs fine . The one drawback is that there is no on off on the remote,...[0.8]

picture quality (15)

  • ...This is the best $100 I have spent in a long time. The picture is totally awesome . Very close to what comes in on my 32 inch digital. Best of...[1.0]
  • ...it works great. It automatically finds digital channels and the picture quality is great . The reception comes and goes for some channels but I expect...[1.0]
  • ... Picture was very nice . However, even with the additional antena, we were unable to...[1.0]
  • ... The picture quality is excellent , so far it has worked very well. The only thing I wish was different...[1.0]

portable (7)

  • ...I agree with many of the other reviewers that this is a very nice portable TV. Not perfect -- but very nice. It has a good "feel" to it...[1.0]
  • ... Absolutely amazing portable TV. Purchased for use at work as my faithful black and white...[1.0]
  • ...This is a great portable tv it gives a great picture great sound only one down side the...[0.8]
  • ...we need better than this, guys. Get busy developing! Build me a great little portable , self-contained, battery-operable (with long battery life!)...[0.8]

price (10)

  • ...mains for a time. My mother has it on her kitchen table. Very good buy ....[1.0]
  • ...card size remote. Low current draw for long battery life. Reasonable price . Not So Good News: No on/off or volume control on remote ...[1.0]
  • ...TV will be useless for you. If you ARE close enough, it is a great buy for a great product....[1.0]
  • ...small area I have set aside for it. Great picture and sound at a great price ! I can even take it to the football games with me! ...[1.0]

radio (3)

  • ...function well). Otherwise, you need to make sure you have a good radio (although, ironically, few radio stations interrupt their normal...[0.8]
  • ...one of the two stations to my main TV) and buying a separate, highly recommended Radio Shack antenna. I've since returned both the Axion TV and the...[0.8]
  • ...were close to me without too much difficulty. I was wrong. The problem with radio frequency waves is that the shorter the waves (higher frequencies...[-0.8]

reception (3)

  • ...because I'm allowed to listen to TV at work. Yes, I do peek. The reception is really great . Recently they had the Hauir(?) on sale at Target for under...[1.0]
  • ...the Axion portable TV was able to receive a digital signal, the reception was excellent . However, even with the external antenna, reception in my bathroom...[1.0]
  • ...when I took the whole unit, and its external antenna outside, the reception was weak . I MIGHT have kept the Axion around if it didn't suffer from...[-1.0]

reception quality (11)

  • ...I live in the metro area, NY. So reception is very good . Get about 20 channels. Sound is good too....[1.0]
  • ...This is so great. Incredible reception and great clarity. I have people ask me all the time where I got it. Worth...[0.9]
  • ...and WOW, what a difference. We are in the Houston TX area and reception is outstanding . This little set is an excellent value....[0.9]
  • ...highway, not as the crow flies) so I, falsely, thought I would get good reception for this portable 7" digital TV. Even with the external antennae...[0.8]

sharp (3)

  • ...OPERATED TV TO USE IF WE LOSE POWER DURING A STORM. IT HAS A VERY NICE SHARP COLOR PICTURE.ITS 7" WIDE WHICH IS EASY TO SEE.I ESPECIALLY...[1.0]
  • ...external ant that was supplied to get the stations. Picture is sharp and the sound is wonderful . I just have to wonder who in the world designed the outside...[0.7200000000000001]
  • ...or just the quality of the TV, but the picture is so bright, sharp and clear ! The color is amazing and the sound is incredible, I can hear...[0.7]

sound quality (15)

  • ...is clear, like how you can select Widescreen viewing or Auto. Sound is pretty good considering the small speakers that are built into front on...[1.0]
  • ...live in a medium-size city with lots of over the air channels. The sound is good and loud, too. It's quite portable; I've even taken it outside...[1.0]
  • ...picture is so bright, sharp and clear! The color is amazing and the sound is incredible , I can hear it perfectly from one room, while I'm in another...[1.0]
  • ...that was supplied to get the stations. Picture is sharp and the sound is wonderful . I just have to wonder who in the world designed the outside...[1.0]

usability (4)

  • ...somewhat thin, is also better than expected. Setup is easy and intuitive . Downsides are: 1) The TV cannot be used while moving, probably...[1.0]
  • ...was wrong. So ... this is a great little TV, well-built and easy to use . While it has a rechargeable battery rather than the ability...[1.0]
  • ...show it off to my friends at work. It's so very compact plus easy to install and use. I frequently take it to work now since I no longer...[1.0]
  • ...as it warranties for only a short time. The manufacturer is unresponsive . I have tried to purchase an additional battery but the manufacturer...[-1.0]

working (4)

  • ...was confident that I could get over the air signals. This TV works great for me. It was easy to set up - I went out on the upstairs deck...[0.9]
  • ...him due to his hearing impairment. The magnetic based antenna works out great also. I would recommend this tv to anyone. A great set for a...[0.9]
  • ...It worked just fine . Pretty much set itself up. I did need to add the external antenna...[0.8]
  • ...The TV works great but it is a little behind the times. It does not have an AM FM radio...[0.45]

Cons:

customer service (3)

  • ...we have not tried the digital reception yet. Amazon provided excellent customer service concerning questions on this product. We would buy another one...[0.8]
  • ...to reset it and nothing worked. You have to deal with Axion customer service, which is almost useless . ...[-0.6400000000000001]
  • ...this same TV for $50 elsewhere, $75 LESS than Amazon! What a ripoff ! ...[-1.0]
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