Portable televisions were an electronics engineer's dream just a few years ago -- it wasn't until the very late 1950's that a battery-powered, transistorized portable TV, with a couple hours run time, appeared on the scene. Now it seems that they are just about everywhere.

After the jump, a look at what's on the market today. It's good stuff.

For people that really appreciate top quality audio, there is one name that is synonymous with high end audio, and that is Bose. Bose audio equipment is known for delivering top notch audio, and when you are looking to give your audio set up a boost, Bose is the way to go.

Since Bose is considered to be among the best, its products can sometimes be a bit pricey, so it's great when you find these Bose audio products on sale and save a little cash. Let's take a look at some of the Bose products that are on sale right now for the upcoming holiday season.

Sony is one of the most reputable names in home entertainment, and its Bravia line of goods encompasses high definition televisions and top line audio components to bring the best theater experience into your home. If you are looking to set up a home theater that will blow you away, then the Sony Bravia line of goods has everything you need.

What does Bravia mean? Bravia is an acronym for "Best Resolution Audio Visual Integrated Architecture" and all high definition televisions that Sony has made since 2005 have sported the Bravia logo.

If you are looking to pick up a new television, make sure to check out Olevia LCD TV's before you make your final selection. Olevia makes some really nice televisions, and it has never been more affordable to pick up a really nice high definition Olevia LCD TV.

Let's start by taking a look at a 32 inch Olevia LCD TV that will bring you the beauty of high definition for a very affordable price. You can pick up one of these televisions refurbished for only $280, or brand new for as low as $425. This is a really good price for this Olevia LCD TV, which features resolution up to 1080i. These LCDs can also be used to super size your computer monitor. Imagine how much more productive you would be with a 32 inch computer monitor! This television also features surround sound technology to bring the sound of the theater to your home.

To be honest, I usually wait until the last minute to do my holiday shopping (eventhough every year I vow to get a head start in Sept./Oct.). Once I do start shopping, I tend to spot deals on things that I want to get for myself, especially when it comes to shoes, gadgets/electronics, accessories and clothes.

So before I even hit the malls for Holiday shopping, I compiled a list of the top 12 gifts on my wishlist. I certainly don't need everything on this list but a girl can wish right?! Hopefully, it will help me stay on track when it comes to buying gifts for others.

In today's world, televisions keep getting bigger and better. There are so many options out there, it can get confusing, so let us take a look at a couple of top rated HDTV's and find one that is perfect for your needs.

There are two main types of HDTV's. Plasma and LCD high definition televisions are the main options on the market, although if you have a decent sized budget you may also consider a new LED television. Both plasma and LCD televisions are great options for your HDTV, but there are a couple small differences we should discuss before looking at a couple of each.

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The once hefty $329.00 price tag on the 160GB Apple TV just got slashed by $100. So, if you've been looking for an excuse to upgrade your entertainment experience, the lighter $229 price tag might just be the reason you're looking for.

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Wouldn't it be cool if you could submerge yourself in the lives of the characters for the movie you're watching and truly bring the story to life? How about if you could witness action-packed scenes up-close by transforming your living room into your favorite thriller.... say, 'Saw V' or 'Star Wars'? Can you imagine that? Well, the dreamers at Sony did just that and will unveil a range of devices featuring 3D technology. The line will include 3D Bravia LCD TVs, Blu-ray Discs, Sony VAIO, and Playstation 3 which will be available starting 2010. Sony has truly embraced their motto "Believe that anything you can imagine, you can make real." which they were able to bundle up in an enclosed box dubbed 3D TV. I can't wait for this to hit the market but until then, check out some of Sony's products.

Olivia Waldriff stars in the Emmy-nominated HBO movie Grey Gardens, opposite Drew Barrymore, Daniel Baldwin, Jeanne Tripplehorn and Jessica Lange.

Up next, Olivia is executive producing and hosting a new TV show called "The Totally Cool Travel Show." The kids travel show is the ultimate vacation guide where in each episode, Olivia will visit one of America's most popular cities and navigate its coolest spots-- from the insane and totally fun, to the historic and popular landmarks we all know and love.

As host, Olivia Waldriff, AKA Kid Traveler, will be a Super Secret Travel Agent hired by the Super Secret Travel Bureau with one mission- to find the totally cool spots in every city she goes. Currently the TV show is in post production and has solid interest from Discovery Kids, Travel Channel and ABC FAMILY. In addition to "The Totally Cool Travel Show," Waldriff is also an executive producer on an upcoming Canadian film called At Home by Myself which is also in post production.

As if all the extra production work isn't enough to keep a kid actress busy, Waldriff is also into giving back. In association with the charity Blessings in a Backpack, she has already sponsored two schools in Canada ($50,000.00 per school each year) and has visited sponsored schools with Blessing Spokesperson singer/actress Hilary Duff in support of the charity. Visit http://www.blessingsinabackpack.com for more information.

Olivia shares her travel essentials, wardrobe must-haves and more with us.

Panasonic is one of the biggest names in electronics with a solid reputation built on top quality and reliable electronic goods. Panasonic makes a wide range of electronics such as televisions, phones, home theaters and much more. We have found some great cheap Panasonic ideas for a wide range of electronic devices that will not cost you a fortune.

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