The Trio TV5 is very light when picking it up and using it. It's the same size as a compact camera, but I suspect the reason for the device's light weight, is the fact it is NOT a compact camera, but merely supports a digital camera on it. The camera is limited but works. Combined with all the other features on the TV5, having a camera is a nice bonus.

Now let's talk about the included software app, shall we. If you don't need to convert your files to specific quality levels, then the included PMP Transcoding Tool will suffice. However, I must say, I've reviewed a few products which involve multimedia applications, and I am consistently finding poorly made software to handle the product. While the product is fine, the software seems to bring it down. Companies who make these innovative products need to realize that a robust software application to take advantage of their products' features, is essential to a successful product and future product offering.

At a price point of just over $100 on the street, the Trio TV5 is a portable multimedia device which does not have to break the bank of the consumer. Offering audio and video recording capabilities and a decent (although limited) graphical user interface, the Trio TV5 system provides just about everything you'll need to get a hold of your multimedia lifestyle.