D-Link unveils its pilot network media streamer

Philip Wong | Jul 29, 2009

(Credit: D-Link)

The D-Link DSM-350 is a handsome network media streamer dressed in brushed-metal and piano black finish. It utilizes a 2.5-inch notebook hard drive and is notably smaller than its rivals in the market at just 263 x 169 x 38mm. Out-of-the-box, the DSM-350 supports most of the popular audio, video and image formats and can also play off USB devices and networked PCs. These range from regular MP3s to MKVs for playing back ripped Blu-rays via its HDMI port. It also shines with the BitTorrent downloading function and can be managed easily through the Internet.

Nonetheless, there're a couple of glaring omissions. For a late entry, this D-Link can output up to only 720p resolution, which is easily overshadowed by the 1080p Korean and Chinese offerings. You will need a long Ethernet cable or a PowerLine adapter for network connection, too, since the DSM-350 lacks Wi-Fi, which is becoming a standard affair. Asia pricing and availability are not ready at the moment, but do check back next week for our hands-on look at this media player.

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ba8 says...
"For a late entry, this D-Link can output up to only 720p resolution, which is easily overshadowed by the 1080p Korean and Chinese offerings."

Which manufacturers provide these offerings?

Is there a comparable player with WLAN?

Sep 07, 2009 12:15