How to Buy a Portable DVD Player for Children

By eHow Electronics Editor

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The days of "Are we there yet?" are over. Well, not quite, but a portable DVD player will go a long way in keeping the kids entertained on long car rides and during boring hours. A portable DVD player, an expensive luxury only years ago, is now an inexpensive and practical tool for the kids. Follow these steps to buy the right one for you and your family.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Step1

Do your research. You should get an idea of the field of portable DVD players before you even leave the house. Use review websites like CNet to read editor and user reviews of different systems and compare these rating against price.

Step2

Look at kid-specific models. Portable DVD players designed specifically for kids take some special considerations into account. Spills, bumps and jostles are accounted for in the designs of these models. While the picture and sound quality might not be the best, the kid-proofing is worth it.

Step3

Think about buying a rugged model. If you want a portable DVD player that's good for the kids but doesn't feel silly when you want to kick back with a flick, consider "rugged" or "off-road" models. Major producers like GoVideo and Sony offer special rugged models designed to take the hard knocks of an active life.

Step4

Test before you buy. Especially with kids, it's important to test the equipment before you invest in it. Take the kids along to the store or show them the website, so you don't end up buying a DVD player in your kids' least favorite color or violate some other very important consideration.