Our Product Geek highlights the week! Editor Rachel Cericola has 5 product picks and need-to-know news items that are too good to be missed…

Hannibal: The Ultimate Entertainment Machine
Fava beans? Check. Chianti? Check. Hannibal? Order yours today. Forget Anthony Hopkins; this product has a killer combination of entertainment options.

Panasonic Debuts 1080p HD LCD Projector
As if I needed a few more hours of entertainment in my week… this projector looks extremely affordable and addictive—and has stats that are worthy of a double-take.

Will Xbox Allow HD Movie Downloads?
What was once a rumor is now official—the game console will soon stream high-def programming for rental or purchase.

Archos Beats Microsoft to the Wi-Fi Punch
Who’s Zune-ing who? Microsoft has been so busy boosting up momentum for their new portable, Archos snuck in and beat them to the punch.

Free HD DVD Movies with Player Purchase
Toshiba is offering free high-def DVDs with the purchase of one of their HD DVD players. The selection isn’t that stellar, but hey—I’m a sucker for freebies!

Rachel Cericola - Contributing Writer

Over the past 15 years, Rachel Cericola has covered entertainment, web and technology trends. Check her out at www.rachelcericola.com.