The weight of a portable DVD player can be a concern to you or not depending on your usage. If you are a frequent flyer and you carry it with you whenever you go out then you need to be very careful about its weight. You must be having your bag, laptop, purse etc also besides this player. So, you need to opt for a lightweight dvd player which is convenient to carry. But if you are going to use it in your car only or at home only then you need not bother about its weight.

So, when you go shopping for a portable DVD player, don't only be dazzled by the sleek-looking unit with a brushed aluminum finish. Do a reality check before you take it home. What does it weigh? Will it fit in your purse or wherever you plan to take it? If you travel a lot or plan to carry the player in your backpack or purse often, aim for a lighter portable dvd player that weighs around 2.5 pounds or less.

If you are likely to only move your portable DVD player from room to room at home, you can buy a player that weighs up to 4 pounds and probably not be bothered by the extra weight. Make an appropriate choice, and you won't ever have to decide to leave the portable dvd player at home because it's too bulky or heavy.

Of the 31.1 million DVD players sold last year, roughly 10% were Apex dvd players, according to the NPD Group, the retail tracker. That puts the brand in second place, just behind Sony, but the two companies could not be more different. Sony is a storied innovator, a name familiar to consumer-electronics buyers for decades as a technological leader. The Apex name - for those who even notice it - has been around for about five years and basically means ''bargain.''

One thing to take a look at is the recent news that an established company had made the decision to reduce the price of its HD-DVD player accessory in order to get people to buy the X-Box 360 and increase HD-DVD sales. The HD-DVD format has struggled in the United States, and one reason is because Blockbuster opted to use the Blu-ray format.

Apparently Vole has opted to have a fire sale on its doomed products by slashing the price of the Xbox 360 games console in the United States from $199 to $179. In addition it is also giving away five free movies to all those who buy the Xbox in August or September.

The weight of a portable dvd player is an important consideration when making a purchase. Consider how often you will want to move your dvd player. Apex dvd players are newer to the market, and are known for being a bargain priced brand. If you are looking for a hd dvd player, consider buying a Xbox 360 machine. The prices on this unit have been cut, especially with people considering the Blu-ray option. Vole cut prices on their machines and is giving away five free movies with purchase for a limited time.