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July 2014
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Powerful enough to run highend games
Sleek design
Affordably priced
The Nvidia Shield Android TV streaming box offers best-in-class hardware
Connectivity and gaming capabilities. It works with 4K streaming services including Netflix and YouTube. The Android TV platform delivers good conversational voice search from the i
The Nvidia Shield Tablet packs a lot of graphics punch with a new Tegra K1 processor. It has expandable microSD card storage
Runs Android 5.0 Lollipop and offers full access to Google Play app store. Its add-on wireless game controller enables connected
Powerful
Plenty of features
Attractive design
Decently priced
Great specs
Possible alternative to Steam Machines
The editors didn't like
Performance will depend on quality of internet connection
It's more expensive than any other streamer and doesn't include a remote
Aside from the game controller. Native app selection is still weaker than that of Roku
Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. The menu system seems designed to push users toward Google's med
Its plastic chassis feels a little cheap
There aren't many Android games that support the K1 graphics potential
The game controller required to play most games is sold separately
Published: 2013-07-31, Author: Brian , review by: anandtech.com
Is NVIDIA Shield fun to use? It absolutely positively is. Android is still however really nascent as a gaming platform, and I wish that Google had given Shield some sort of extra special status or inclusion in the Android 4.3 love with Google Play Games a...
The NVIDIA SHIELD is a valiant first attempt at creating a premium, portable Android gaming experience. They've not only succeeded in this challenge, but gone several steps further.The SHIELD hardware is nearly flawless, offering an incredibly comfortable...
Abstract: NVIDIA’s SHIELD is a gaming device that defies classification. The full-sized controls and Android software make it more than a portable gaming device, at least on paper, but it doesn't compete with (or complement) more conventional mobile form factors...
Published: 2013-07-30, Author: Eric , review by: cnet.com
The Nvidia Shield Android TV streaming box offers best-in-class hardware, connectivity and gaming capabilities. It works with 4K streaming services including Netflix and YouTube. The Android TV platform delivers good conversational voice search from the i
It's more expensive than any other streamer and doesn't include a remote, aside from the game controller. Native app selection is still weaker than that of Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. The menu system seems designed to push users toward Google's med
The Nvidia Shield brings console-level quality to portable Android gaming, but it needs a longer list of compatible games before it can truly rival the Vita or 3DS.
The first thing to remember about Nvidia's Shield is that it's a toy. Yes, it's driven by an advanced SoC, comes with some very innovative technology, and is really well-built. But at the end of the day, Shield is a handheld gaming console. We love the bl...
Well, time to wrap it up. In conclusion, I would just ask that potential buyers be sure of what they are looking for SHIELD to accomplish. If you are looking for the perfect device to connect to your PC for streaming games to your couch, then it's a no...
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Published: 2013-03-26, Author: Lawrence , review by: Theinquirer.net
Abstract: Nvidia's decision to build a handheld console has resulted in a unique flip-display unit that offers what many gamers will consider a real controller mated to a 5in HD 720p resolution touchscreen display. The firm powers its Project Shield with its recent...
Abstract: Project Shield is NVIDIA's first attempt at creating its own mobile device, and after a few minutes with the device it seems like an impressive first effort.Holding the NVIDIA Shield feels a lot like holding a game controller like the Xbox 360 or Dreamcas...
Exceptional power, Great for gaming, PC streaming is excellent
Controller isn't included, Battery life is poor, Not many games push the hardware
Hardened gamers may be disappointed that NVIDIA has taken a step back from the handheld console concept with this tablet device, and not bundling the wireless controller as standard is a mistake. However, it's impossible to deny the incredible power con...
Exceptional power, Great for gaming, PC streaming is excellent
Controller isn't included, Battery life is poor, Not many games push the hardware
Hardened gamers may be disappointed that NVIDIA has taken a step back from the handheld console concept with this tablet device, and not bundling the wireless controller as standard is a mistake. However, it's impossible to deny the incredible power con...
