Why do people buy portable dvd players instead of laptops?

[gplracer]

I cant help but notice that the price of many of the portable dvd players is near $1000 U.S. money. For that price one could buy a laptop with a bigger screen and more features. What are some reasons to buy the portable dvd player? I am just curious. Also the ones that are around $400 have a really small screen. Thanks!

 

[alfhead]

If I had the money, I would buy a portable DVD player because a) the wow factor b) it's compact and easy to carry around and c) I can bring it to any of my friends' places who don't have a dvd player, hook it up to their tv and watch movies.

 

[TMTCC]

Alfhead hit most of the major points. The device is compact, simple to operate, and you don't need to mess with booting up an OS or other programs.

 

[FordLorider]

never thought about it that way gplracer...sounds practical!

 

[Burn]

I can bring my laptop to a friends place who doesn't have a TV and watch a DVD on a 15inch screen, or if he has a TV I can hook it up to his TV. I think gpl racer makes a good point.