Best Digital Media Player

[francisvr7]

I'm looking for a Digital media player for my tv-50'' Plasma. I'm in Australia and looking for one about or less than $200 AUD and I don't know which way to head.
I'm looking for some key features such as
-HDMI
-USB/HDD support
-Wireless Networking
-If possible internal Hard Drive
Thanks in advance

 

[vanekl]

I'm looking for a Digital media player for my tv-50'' Plasma. I'm in Australia and looking for one about or less than $200 AUD and I don't know which way to head.
I'm looking for some key features such as
-HDMI
-USB/HDD support
-Wireless Networking
-If possible internal Hard Drive
Thanks in advance

I think this is about the best your going to get for your price range:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883103228&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-Desktop+PC-_-Acer+America-_-83103228

And how to convert it into a media box:
http://lifehacker.com/5391308/build-a-silent-standalone-xbmc-media-center-on-the-cheap

 

[vanekl]

You may also find this works within your price range:
http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/1742/western_digital_s_wd_tv_hd_media_player_video_review/index.html
(you have to add storage, either a hdd or a usb thumb drive)

 

[vanekl]

And this was just released:
http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/15/a-c-ryans-playon-hd-mini-player-is-tiny-still-pushes-1080p-wo/
USB on the back. Storage extra.

 

[vanekl]

And this is a streamer (no hard drive, no tuners). But it fits in your budget.
http://sagetv.com/
http://hd.engadget.com/2009/02/06/sagetv-hd-theater-review/