Although most converter boxes will run a little more expensive now than they would have with the government coupon, you can still find great deals. Some of the best-reviewed boxes can be got for little more than a mid-quality DVD player. The RCA DTA800B1 (78 from novatechgadgets) was one of CNET’s favorites during the original transition. One of the pluses is its remote, which features large and clearly-marked buttons for even the most digitally-nave consumer. Other features include an electronic program guide, above-average video quality, and compatibility with automatically-aligning Smart Antennas. If you’ve got a wide-screen TV, though, you might want to check out some of the other options, since the RCA’s quality is much more noticeable on wide screens. (more…)