Roku, the original streaming Netflix box, is still the best in terms of content, value and ease-of use. Unless you're wedded to iTunes, this little streamer delivers more bang for the buck than the Apple TV. It comes in three varieties, starting at $59 and ending with the $99 XDS model.

$99

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Our favorite AV receiver of 2010, this Pioneer ups the feature ante with an excellent iPod interface and plenty of connectivity. And oh yeah, the sound quality is among the best in its class.

$391 - $549

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For fans who want home theater in one box with the full benefits of 5.1-channel surround sound, this slick Samsung system is our top recommendation in its category. Just add TV.

$558 - $649

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While most single-speaker (plus subwoofer) "surround sound" systems skimp on the sound and connectivity, this little Sony demands fewer compromises.

$255 - $299

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Our favorite Wi-Fi compatible Blu-ray player that doesn't play games, the S570 offers many of the PS3's capabilities--including blazing speed--for half the price.

$169.97 - $499.99

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An Apple product that costs less than $100? For many people with massive iTunes collections, that's all the information needed to pull the trigger on this tiny box, but for others on the fence, its ultra-slick design and ease of use might seal the deal.

$94 - $99

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A 3D-compatible Blu-ray player, streaming media hub and, yes, game console wrapped in a new, slimmer case, the PS3 is as close as any living-room product can come to being truly "universal."

$299 - $399

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With access to seeming the entire web worth of streaming audio, the easy-to-use Logitech box is sure to be your music lover's main squeeze.

$147 - $212

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