Model: Kodak Pulse 10 Inch
Resolution: 800 x 600
Internal Memory: 512 MB
Image Transfer: e-Mail, PC/MAC via Photo Gallery or Facebook, USB, SD, SDHC, MMC, MS, MS PRO, MS PRO DUO, xD
Formats: Aspect Ratio 4:3, JPEG, EXIF
Extras: Unique e-Mail address, Kodak Photo Gallery, Facebook Integration, Touch-Screen Controls, Auto-Activity Sensing, Auto on/off Timer Settings

Wireless Digital Photo Frame | Best In Class

Finally, a wireless digital photo frame you can give to your parents or grandparents that you can keep loading photos into remotely even after you give it to them. The only technology they need to remember is how to turn it on!

Image links to Kodak’s specification page

You can set this wireless digital photo frame up to download photos from your Facebook album, as well as from your friend’s Facebook albums. How cool is that? As if that wasn’t enough, you can also load photos the old fashioned way: from your camera card, or a USB flash drive.

Commenting on photos shared to your own wireless digital photo frame is touch-screen-simple because it has a dozen of the most popular comment messages built into it; ready to send by email, or even directly to the senders Facebook account with a single touch.

Your wireless digital photo frame alerts you when it has new pictures, so you can send your comment right away. No need to log on to Facebook or email from your computer.

Kodak made this wireless digital photo frame supremely accessible and easy to use. Out of the box, when turned on for the first time, it immediately requests your network information.

Once connected to your network, the frame gives you an activation code, and then the Kodak website is your next stop to set up your user account and the wireless digital photo frame’s email address.

After that, you and any of your friends who know the email address can load photos from anywhere in the world!

The activation code is also on the outside of the box. If you’re giving it as a gift you can use it to set up the Kodak Photo Gallery account, configure the frame’s settings and options, and load up the Photo Gallery with pictures without even opening the box! Just wrap it up and give the gift of treasured memories.

Just under seventy percent of Amazon's reviewers of the Kodak Pulse 10 Inch Wireless Digital Photo Frame awarded 4 stars or better.

Wireless Digital Photo Frame | Downsides

Managing your wireless digital photo frame’s settings and options can only be done through Kodak’s website. There’s no way to do that using just the wireless digital photo frame alone. Arguably not a downside, especially if you’re using it to manage your grandmother’s frame remotely from a different state, but it’s worth a mention. In spite of this, managing your wireless digital photo frame’s photo collection using Kodak’s on-line tools is easy and intuitive.

Photos sent to this wireless digital photo frame, or to Kodak’s Photo Gallery, take a one-way trip. There’s no way to send photos from the frame or from Photo Gallery to any other destination or device. Make sure you keep a backup copy of your photos somewhere else.

Don’t buy additional memory cards or flash drives. Unlike most digital picture frames, external camera cards and USB flash drives can only be used to transfer your photos into this wireless digital photo frame’s own internal memory. They cannot be used as a source from which to display photos directly. Basically, this means the memory is not expandable. Getting a huge external memory card will not allow this wireless digital photo frame to store or show more photos.

Auto-activity sensing is based on light and sound (not motion), and its sensitivity cannot be adjusted. Unless you sleep in a sound-proof, light-proof bedroom (and you don’t snore or toss in your sleep), you shouldn’t plan on using that feature of this wireless digital photo frame. You might find it turning itself on when all you want to do is sleep.

Scheduled on/off settings are insensitive to weekdays versus weekends. You can’t set a different time to turn on for Saturdays, for instance. Furthermore, the schedule only supports turning on and off once per day. You can’t schedule it to run for an hour before work, and then turn on again when you get home from work.

Very limited transition effect and slideshow duration choices: fade is the only transition effect, and 10 seconds, 30 seconds, and 30 minutes are your only choices for slideshow duration.

Photos with quotations in the name might not load into Kodak’s Photo Gallery at times, but this seems to be intermittent.

The frame has to be plugged in to operate. It doesn’t run on batteries.

No remote control.

Cannot be wall-mounted.

Wireless Digital Photo Frame | Summary

Every so often a new idea comes along that makes you think differently about how things ought to be. This wireless digitial photo frame from Kodak is one of those ideas. There’s nothing really new from a technological standpoint. It’s all familiar stuff; just assembled in a new and very innovative way; a way that makes you slap your forehead and ask, “Why aren’t all digital picture frames built this way?”

There are digital photo frames with higher resolution, more options, and there are certainly those with fewer quirks and downsides. Still, this frame does the one thing well that makes it easy to overlook everything else: it utterly eliminates once and for all the complexity and tedium of sharing your precious memories with those dear to you. It does this elegantly, and regardless of how technologically adept anyone might or might not be. That one thing puts this wireless digital photo frame into a class of its own. Click below to buy this now!

Note: Both Kodak and Amazon list this model somewhat imprecisely as a “10 inch” frame. 10.4 inches is the actual diagonal measure of the display area of this wireless digital photo frame.

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Model: NIX X08C
Resolution: 800 x 600
Internal Memory: None
Image Transfer: USB, SD/SDHC Cards
Formats: Aspect Ratio 4:3, JPEG, .AVI (Video), MPEG-4(Video), MP3(Music)
Extras: Music, video, remote control, auto rotate sensor, motion sensor, split screen option, LED backlit screen

8 Inch Digital Photo Frame | Best In Class

This 8 inch digital photo frame also resizes photos automatically depending on which side is touching a surface, so landscape photos can be viewed easily when the frame is laying horizontally.  The inner Auto Rotate Sensor orients itself automatically and ensures a viewable photo without turning the frame or your head.

Internal Memory Not Included

The NIX 8 inch digital photo frame has a SVGA LCD high resolution screen with LED backlighting, making your photos clear and bright.  Images can also be viewed side by side using the split screen menu option for a unique view.  

The free standing frame uses an embedded telescoping backrest that can be gently pulled away from the frame with your fingernail and the remote makes it easy to operate from across the room.   

The onscreen menus are easy to follow and a detailed instruction booklet is included.  If you have setup questions, NIX’s technical support team is fast and professional and is ready to assist you.

You can feed photos into the NIX 8 inch digital photo frame with either an SD /SDHC card, or attach a USB drive.

If the frame on its own doesn’t make you fall in love, these extra features will.  The NIX 8 inch digital photo frame doesn’t just showcase photos beautifully – it also plays music and video!  Compatible with MP3 audio files as well as MPEG-4 and .AVI video files, you can hear your favorite music, or view a favorite TV episode from your USB drive.
 
The speakers give clear sound, and buyers of the NIX 8 inch digital photo frame can also use external speakers for a richer sound.

The NIX 8 inch digital photo frame’s highlight feature is the Hu-Motion sensor, which shuts off until it senses movement nearby, then it resumes its last task.  This technology is called Hu-Motion.

Nearly eighty percent of Amazon's reviewers of the NIX8 inch digital photo frame awarded 4 stars or better; just enough to overtake our former best in this class, the Sony 8" Digital Photo Frame, by a hair.

8 Inch Digital Photo Frame | Downsides

The NIX 8 inch digital photo frame has an attached cord and is not mobile.  

It has no internal memory, so your photos will need to be loaded onto an SD card or USB drive.  

If you prefer viewing photos in portrait view, some USB drives may prevent you from standing the frame up.

USB drives may also be visible when attached to the NIX 8 inch digital photo frame, but artfully arranged candles or a frame grouping may solve that problem.

8 Inch Digital Photo Frame | Summary

Usually only found on high-end frames, audio, video and motion-sensing on/off are all quite rare in the 8 inch digital photo frame class. If you’re in the market for a competitively priced 8 inch digital photo frame with a few high-end extras, look no further than NIX’s 8 inch digital photo frame. Click below to snap this up now!

Artists and salespeople can use the compact and feature packed frame as a professional sales tool, displaying a portfolio or look book as you meet potential buyers.

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Model: Sony DPF-D1010
Resolution: 800 x 480
Internal Memory: 128 MB
Image Transfer: MS, MS Duo, SD, SDHC, USB, Mini-USB->Frame
Formats: Aspect Ratio 16:10, JPEG, TIFF, BMP
Extras: Remote Control, Auto Image Orientation, Calendar/Clock, Backlit Sony Logo on/off

10 Inch Digital Photo Frame | Best In Class

If you don't like reading manuals you can simply put your camera's memory card directly into this 10 inch digital photo frame and the pictures will automatically start showing in the same order they were shot.  Nothing could be simpler, and you can do this right out of the box.

If you like tinkering with features many more options open up once you load your photos into the 10 inch digital photo frame's internal memory.  Store images into internal memory directly from a memory stick or via mini-USB cable connected to your computer (cable not included with model).  

Set a timer for the frame to turn itself on and off at preset times of the day.  A thumbnail index view lets you quickly choose the right photo for today's display, or you can set up a random shuffle or a slideshow.

Select from up to nine slideshow transition effects, or let the frame choose one at random between each slide.  Set a delay between photos from settings ranging from 3 seconds to 24 hours.  Choose full image display, or allow the frame to fit the photo to the display.  Optionally choose from up to 14 clock/calendar designs to include in the playback.

This 10 inch digital photo frame remembers the slide show position when you switch off the power.  When you turn it back on the frame simply picks up where it left off.   Whether you position the frame long side horizontally or long side vertically, it auto-orientates images to display correctly.

Over ninety percent of Amazon's reviewers of the Sony 10 inch digital photo frame awarded 4 stars or higher.

10 inch Digital Photo Frame | Downsides

While the product advertises enough memory to hold 200 photos, many cameras produce oversized image files, which might dramatically reduce the number of photos this frame can store.  You can work around this by photo-editing your pictures to match the frame's resolution before loading them into the frame.  In this case you can conceivably store more than the advertised number of photos without loss of quality in viewing experience.

Even though the manual lists support for the raw image format, in fact this 10 inch digital photo frame does not support this type of format.

No battery powered options; only a power cord.  This needs to be considered in terms of where you want to place the frame in your home or office.

No scheduled on/off. You must turn it on and off manually.

Editorial note: while not specifically mentioned in the reviews–not even in the few negative reviews–the 800 x 480 resolution is slightly on the low side for the 10 inch digital photo frame class. This fact, combined with all the glowing reviews could, and probably should, be taken as a validation of Sony’s expertise in the digital imaging space. Nevertheless, if raw resolution and high pixel density are your main criteria, it might be a good idea to read the Sony 8” Digital Photo Frame Review before making a decision.

10 Inch Digital Photo Frame | Summary

There is no such thing as a perfect gadget.  This is especially true when it comes to consumer electronics, and this 10 inch digital photo frame is no different.  What makes this frame stand apart is that you have to dig deep to find its drawbacks.  This explains why it is the most highly rated frame among those covered here.  It might just be the best value for the money you can find in a digital picture frame, period.  Get this one now!

Note: as of this writing, Amazon has this incorrectly listed as a 10.2” frame.  It is actually a 10 inch digital photo frame.

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Model: NIX N' EASY X15A
Resolution: 1024 x 768
Internal Memory: 1 GB
Image Transfer: SD, SDHC, Sony MS, Sony Pro Duo (with adapter), USB Flash Drive
Formats: Aspect Ratio 4:3, JPEG (photo), MPEG-4/AVI (video) and MP3 (music)
Extras: Video, music, remote Control, Wall Mountable, Split Display Function, Photo Shuffle, Variable Slideshow Timer

Noteworthy Features

NIX's 15” digital photo frame not only shows photos, but plays video and music as well. Use the split screen option to view multiple photos at once, or utilize it along with the calendar function. Control your viewing from a distance using the compact remote included with the frame.

A power adapter is included, and the frame has a built in timer to turn it on and off at specified times allowing you to display your images at your will. The large internal memory holds a lot of your photos and the easy to use navigation controls plus plug-and-play abilities makes adding photos quick and easy.

The life-like display has excellent brightness and is true to color. This is a big 15 digital photo frame, so it easily catches the attention of viewers up to 25 feet away; the clear images really pull you in. A new combo feature that allows you to put specified photos, video, and music into a single folder enables you to set the mood by simply changing the prearranged folders.

A thinner frame around the viewing area allows a nice contrast for the photos without being over bearing. The frame itself comes included with an adjustable stand allowing you to set the perfect angle, as well as a sturdy wall mount so you can place the frame almost anywhere to suit your needs. Simply plug in your memory card or upload files directly from your computer and you are ready to go.

Over seventy five percent of Amazon's reviewers of the NIX N' EASY X15A digital photo frame awarded 4 stars or better.

Noteworthy Downsides

Cannot play HD video.

The speakers are rather small, so don't expect in-theater sound quality.

Photo resizing in the frame results in satisfying picture quality, but for some it is too slow.  As a result, some owners resize their photo collection to a 1024 x 768 resolution before uploading them to the frame.

The FAQ on their website is more accurate than the manual that comes with the frame.  With any conflicting information, rely on the FAQ.

Do not unplug the frame from the computer source or turn it off while uploading photos.  Doing so can cause loss of the stored photos, and in some cases has damaged the internal memory. This caution is in the manual, but it's worth emphasizing here.  This risk can be avoided by using memory cards instead of a direct connection to your computer.

15” Digital Photo Frame Summary

In the big 15 inch class, this frame has a full menu of features.  It hits high marks in the important categories: big, beautiful, smartly designed, and with high enough resolution to raise the pixel density to accomodate its large display size.  This 15” digital photo frame renders the reviewers' photos brilliantly, and it will do the same for yours too.

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Model: Pandigital PanImage PI1003DW
Resolution: 800 x 480
Internal Memory: 512 MB
Image Transfer: SD, xD, MS, MS Pro, MMC, mini-USB->Frame (not included)
Formats: Aspect Ratio 16:10, JPEG
Extras: Remote Control, Programmable on/off, Clock/Calendar overlay

10.1 Inch Pandigital Digital Photo Frame | Best In Class

With clear picture quality, this Pandigital digital photo frame makes excellent use of available resolution using a widescreen format to show your photos at their best.  All features are accessible using the on-frame controls, or by using the included remote control. The remote magnetically attaches to the frame, so you'll never lose it. 

The frame preserves the original aspect ratio of your photo to avoid distortion, and keep proper scale, when resizing the photo to maximize use of the display area.  Alternatively, photo cropping can be used to fill the entire screen.

Clock and calendar available.  Schedule the frame to turn on and off at preset times.  Customize a startup screen for special occaisions or when giving as a gift.

Over seventy five percent of Amazon's reviewers of the Pandigital digital photo frame awarded 4 stars or better.

10.1 Inch Pandigital Digital Photo Frame | Downsides

Resolution is on the low side for a frame of this size.

Remote control feels cheaply made, and is not very responsive.  Sometimes you'll have to hit a button more than once to get a response from the frame.

Without a mini-USB cable, there is no way to connect to a PC.  Cable not included.

User interface is cumbersome and not intuitive.

10.1 Inch Pandigital Digital Photo Frame | Summary

This Pandigital digital photo frame hits the low side on technical specifications when compared to other frames in this class.  Especially notable is the low 800×480 screen resolution.  Overwhelmingly, positive reviewers ended the sentence with, " . . . for the money."  It's true.  It does have nice features for the money.

Since the price point is the dominant  feature in the minds of many of the reviewers, it is fair to compare it to ViewSonic's 10.2" Digital Photo Frame, which is marginally larger, has a much higher resolution, and has a comparable price point.

Do be aware the ViewSonic falls down in the area of image distortion when resizing photos having aspect ratios different than the widescreen frame.  That can be a show-stopper depending on the format of your photo collection.

Flexible resize capability is where this Pandigital digital picture frame excels.  Its superior imaging software retains the photo's original aspect ratio, keeping your subjects in proper perspective when resizing photos.

If your photos are already in a widescreen format, and already match the display resolution, or if you don't mind photo editing them before loading them into your frame, you should take a closer look at the ViewSonic 10.2” digital photo frame's higher resolution.

Excellent on board software goes a long way in overcoming the low resolution of this Pandigital digital photo frame.  If your photos are not already in a widescreen format, and you want a frame that resizes them well, you'll be happier with the superior photo resizing capabilities of this Pandigital digital photo frame.
 

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Model: Deluxe NIX 12-Inch
Resolution: 800 x 600
Internal Memory: 2 GB
Image Transfer: SDHC, SD, xD, Sony MS & USB Flash Drive. PC and MAC
Formats: Aspect Ratio 4:3
Extras: Video, music, programmable motion sensor turns frame on and off, auto-orientation, remote control, clock and calendar

12 Inch Digital Photo Frame | Best In Class

Stylish blue-lit controls along the front right side operate with a light touch.  They include adjustable brightness and contrast.  The frame looks and feels solidly constructed with quality materials.  Use the remote for convenient control over all the frame's features.

The programmable motion sensor assures this 12 inch digital photo frame won't sit idle, unused due to forgetting to turn it on and off.  Sensing a lack of movement for a preset time, it turns off by itself.  Nearby motion turns it on again.  Set it to any preset time between one second and twenty four hours.

Plug in your camera's card or a flash drive to load up the frame's huge 2GB internal memory.  The frame resizes and orients your photos for optimal storage and display.

Alternatively, take control over your own photo editing.  Transfer photos directly from your PC or MAC.  The frame retains any edits you do because it doesn't resize photos loaded directly from your computer.  Organize your photos into folders and select which folders to display during slide show.

Superb customer support backs up the features of this 12 inch digital photo frame's design.

Over eighty percent of Amazon's reviewers of the NIX 12 inch digital photo frame awarded 4 stars or better.

12 Inch Digital Photo Frame | Downsides

The frame forgets the slideshow position of the last photo when it turns off.  It starts at the begining again when turned on.  Make sure you like the first photo in the slide show.

In contrast to the frame's sturdy construction, its stand is a flimsy plastic construction.  Several reviewers reported breaking it while attaching it to the frame.

Some computers have problems loading directly to the frame.  For these, copying photos to a card or flash drive to load into the frame is the only choice.  If you prefer your own photo editing, and if you have one of those computers, this can be a critical concern for you.  This is because the frame does the final edit for photos transfered from camera card or flash drive.

Designed to provide a gorgeous viewing experience from a distance.  When viewed from a range of three feet or closer, the individual pixels in the display become distinctly noticable.  It's probably not the best choice in a digital picture frame for your desk.

A small but significant group of customers report defective motion sensors.  This suggests issues in quality control.  These have required replacement frames before getting one that works as advertised.

12 Inch Digital Photo Frame | Summary

Despite a flimsy stand and apparent quality control issues at the company, this frame is well designed, and packed with features.

Moreover, the customer support organization seems unsurpassed in its determination to build a following loyal to the NIX brand, by delivering prompt and outstanding post-purchase support.  The organization observes no apparent boundaries when resolving issues, trying to convert the few frustrated buyers into happy, satisfied customers for life.  This 12 inch digital photo frame's reviews suggest they succeed far more often than not.

I would only advise reservations if you are buying one as a gift.  Make sure you get it in time to test it, and replace it if needed, before tying the bow around this beautiful 12 inch digital photo frame.

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Model: ViewSonic VFD1027w-11 Resolution: 1024 x 600 Internal Memory: 128 MB Image Transfer: SD, MS, MS Pro, SDHC, MMC, USB Host and Slave Formats: Aspect Ratio 16:9, JPEG Extras: Adjustable Brightness and Contrast, Remote Control, Calendar, Clock, Energy Saving, and Auto-On/Off

10.2” Digital Photo Frame | Best In Class

This 10.2” digital photo frame sports an ultra high resolution for a frame in this class.  It displays photos with crystalline definition and sharpness.   The frame is large enough to view photos from a distance.  It delivers a crisply detailed veiwing experience; stunningly striking even at close range.

The drag and drop interface for transfering photos is intuitive and easy to use.   Choose from a variety of transition effects and timings for slideshow.

Single photo view supports image zoom with remote.  It views well at extreme angles from both sides, and from above.  Clock and calendar keeps you running on time.  Displays images from internal memory, or directly from a flash drive.

Over seventy percent of Amazon's reviewers of the VeiwSonic 10.2” digital photo frame awarded 4 stars or better.
 

10.2” Digital Photo Frame | Downsides

128MB internal memory is on the small side.  Only enough for 40 – 100 high definition photos,
depending on size.

Very narrow viewing angle from below.  Position the frame near eye level, or lower, for best viewing.

The frame is intolerant of photos with a different resolution or aspect ratio.  It was critically panned by many reviewers for bad cropping and resizing distortions.  Works beautifully for photos that are already 1024×600, or very close.  However, if your collection has a different format, you can't rely on the frame to make appealing adjustments.  You should plan on batch resizing your photos to 1024×600 before displaying them on this photo frame.

10.2” Digital Photo Frame | Summary

The beautiful display, and the ebony frame were the obvious focus of the designers.  Clearly not well thought out was the programming of key features.

Still, the price point is lower than some 8 inch frames.  If you're willing to edit your photos, the quality built into the display, and the stunningly beautiful rendering of a properly sized photo will be a satisfying reward.  For the price, it's especially hard to pass on this gorgeous 10.2” digital photo frame.

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Model:Kodak EasyShare D1025
Resolution: 800 x 600
Internal Memory: 512 MB
Image Transfer: SD, SDHC, MMC, MS, MS PRO, MS PRO DUO, xD, USB flash drive
Formats: Aspect Ratio 4:3, JPEG, EXIF
Extras: AC or Battery Powered

10.4” Digital Photo Frame | Best In Class

The large internal storage (512MB) of this 10.4” digital photo frame holds about 4,000 photos.  Insert a memory card and transfer all photos with a press of a button, or transfer only your selected photos.  Optionally runs off a plug-in memory card without transfering the photos to internal storage at all.  Automatically resizes photos to fit this 10.4” digital photo frame's display.

Choose one of three time interval / transition effect settings: 5 seconds with fade-in/fade-out, 10 seconds with pan-and-scan, or 60 seconds with push-across.  Watch slideshow in chronological order, as organized on your flash drive, or let the frame decide the shuffle order.

Display unit is removable from the frame.  Easily remount it into most standard (non-digital) 8 x 10 picture frames to personalize its style, and match the decor of your home. 

Over ninety percent of Amazon's reviewers of the Kodak 10.4” digital photo frame awarded 5 stars.  The single harshest reviewer awarded 4 stars. .

10.4” Digital Photo Frame | Downsides

No remote.

Starting a slide show from anywhere except the very begining requires manually pressing an on-frame button, once per each photo, to get to the point you want to start the slideshow.  Not practical for large collections of photos.

Limited and inflexible combinations of choices (there are only 3 choices) for timing interval / transition effect settings.

10.4” Digital Photo Frame | Summary

If you appreciate well designed simplicity over lots of different options, or you want a gift for someone to load their own photos into, this is the frame for you. It can optionally run off a 5V battery, so you can pre-load it with photos before wrapping it up.

If you like lots of bells and whistles, you might be hard-pressed to find more than a whistle or two.  You'll be happier giving a pass to this simple 10.4” digital photo frame.

Are you seeking a gift idea for someone who doesn’t live with you? Is it someone who wants to stay up-to-date on your latest photos (parents, grandparents, or spouse overseas, for instance)? If the idea of a 10.4” digital photo frame that lets you load photos into it after you give it as a gift, and lets you do it from anywhere in the world, suits your needs, then click here Wireless Digital Photo Frame Review now to read about what might be a better fit for your purposes.