This fireplace really puts out some heat and it's fairly quiet compared to other electric fireplaces.  I have two others in the house and this one puts out more heat and is quieter.  You won't get large devices in the upper cabinet (slots) but if you have a smaller dvd player and other types of streaming devices such as a fire cube or apple tv, they fit perfectly.  The large size and wider firebox really makes this fireplace stand out.  Obviously it's not a real fire but it looks good enough on a cold night while listening to some music and keeping warm.