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The portable dvd player looks like a laptop computer, but it plays only movies, CDs and MP3 CDs. These players come with two headphone jacks and power adapters for use in cars, as well as at home and in hotels.
Screen sizes range from 5 inches (fairly small) to 12 inches (provides comfortable viewing for two people). For safety, buy an unfolding travel case (about $50) that straps to the front seats and secures the player.
MAGNAVOX mpd 850 8.5
Pros: Many portable players sell for under $200, and they also can be used in a hotel, at home, and on a train or plane. Battery life is not an issue, as the player can be plugged into the car.
Cons:The device could fall to the floor during a sudden stop, so use a travel case or tether.
Laptop used as a DVD player:
If you’ve got a laptop, you can buy a car power adapter and let the kids watch movies in the back seat. You’ll also need a headphone splitter (about $5 at electronics stores) to connect two headphones.
Pros: You’ve already paid for the laptop. Also, the laptop screen is usually larger than the screen of most portable DVD players.
Cons: You must deal with a maze of cables and wires, and the display screen may go to sleep if you don’t press a key every 15 minutes. Also, any spills and falls could endanger a $1,000 device. If you’re concerned about possible damage to the laptop, you can secure it inside a carrying case.
