Sadly, not on a portable. For that reason, the LC10 doesn't make sense on long-haul flights unless you buy a spare battery or two. An expensive microchip and active matrix liquid crystal display are to blame for the cost. Low worldwide demand for these items keeps them pricey. But Timon Kong, a general manager for Pioneer in Hong Kong, says the target market is enthusiasts who want to show off.
Money is second.
They want the newest model, even if they don't use all the features. For the rest of us, it's hard to justify buying a portable player. Sure, you can plug it into your TV at home, but it's the portability you're paying for. If you travel a lot for business, you'd be better off adding a DVD drive to your laptop. But at least you won't have to buy and carry around another piece of equipment.