Home Theater Choices: 7 televisions you can take anywhere

Portable televisions make entertainment mobile

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1. Haier 7" LCD TV

The Haier 7" LCD TV is about as small and portable as you can get with a television. It includes a detachable antenna so that you can connect it to an alternative antenna if you prefer. You can select between two available aspect ratios to improve the picture for watching either movies or TV shows. The rechargeable battery can last up to 2.5 hours and recharges from either a wall outlet or a car power outlet.

Axion 7" Widescreen Portable Handheld TV

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2. Axion 7" Widescreen

The Axion 7" is a miniature widescreen television. It comes with a remote antenna in addition to the built-in antenna. The portable television also comes with a headphone jack, so you can listen to your programming in privacy. The rechargeable battery can last up to 3 hours.

Viore 7" Widescreen Portable LCD TV DVD Combo

3. Viore 7" LCD TV/DVD Combo

If you don't want to rely on the airwaves to watch TV shows or movies, then you might want a TV/DVD combo. The Vior 7" combination will let you play CDs or DVDs, and its external antenna lets you pick up television stations. The Viore 7" even has a USB port to connect with other devices. Like other portable TVs, the Viore TV/DVD has a rechargeable battery; this one lasts a little over 2 hours on a single charge.

Philips Factory-Refurbished 9" Class / Portable LCD TV

4. Philips Refurbished 9" LCD TV

If you're going camping or sharing the television with other people, you might want something a little bigger than 7". The Philips 9" LCD Refurbished TV is a nice way to get a little larger television for a low price. The Philips 9" comes with a detachable antenna, allowing you to connect the TV to an alternative antenna if you choose. The Philips includes a rechargeable battery that provides around 3 hours of viewing life.

Philips - 9" Class / Portable LCD TV

5. Philips 9" LCD TV

If you're not into the idea of owning a refurbished portable TV, this Philip 9" LCD TC is only about $20 more than the refurbished version. It has the same detachable antenna, and its rechargeable battery is good for up to 3 hours of viewing time.

Viore 10" Class / 480i / 60Hz / TFT-LCD Portable TV

6. Viore 10" Portable TV

The Viore 10" portable LCD television is large enough that you probably won't use it as a handheld system. Instead, this TV is great for taking on the road when camping or visiting other remote destinations that might not have a television. It includes a car adapter for its rechargeable battery, a remote, a mini USB port, and a media card slot.

DIRECTV Sat-Go Portable Satellite TV Receiver with 17" LCD Screen

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7. DIRECTV Sat-Go Portable Satellite TV

If you want to make sure you're not missing out on any of your favorite television shows no matter where you go, the DIRECTV Sat-Go portable system could be the option for you. It has a 17" LCD screen, travel case, and remote control. You can get satellite TV without being in your living room! The Sat-Go works with either a wall outlet or a car outlet, and its battery has about 1 hour of life without being plugged in.

Portable televisions make it easy to enjoy some entertainment while traveling, camping, or even just visiting the parents. After all, it can save a lot of trouble if the kids have their own TV to watch at Grandma's house. While most of these options are around $100 or less, there's even a selection that makes satellite TV more portable. Portable TVs are convenient and usually pretty cost-effective mobile entertainment.