Panasonic Viera TC-P50X3 Plasma Television Review

We’ve got another interesting plasma on tap for you today as we check out the Panasonic Viera TC-P50X3. While it won’t be nearly as impressive as a lot of televisions we’ve seen here, it will have a lot that’s going for it, especially in the value department.

The Panasonic Viera TC-P50X3 is a fifty inch 720p plasma television that offers Viera Tools to help you with the various television functions, Viera Image Viewer to let you show pictures on your television, a 600 Hz refresh rate for smooth video, two ten watt speakers with Surround Sound capability, two HDMI ports, one component input, one composite input, two USB ports, and wi-fi, once you pick up an adapter for it.

Admittedly, a bit short in the features department, but don’t be too concerned about this. While this is certainly a basic piece of hardware, one thing it’s not is a bad piece of hardware. That 720p picture looks better than you’d think with a 600 Hz refresh rate behind it, and the sound is actually better than you’d expect too. And streaming even becomes a possibility, which is terrific.

Now here’s where things get even better–the price tag. I told you this one was going to be a pretty nice value, and it is. You’ll be able to pick one of these up for $718 out at Amazon, and that’s a really very impressive price. You’re getting a fifty inch plasma television that can handle streaming and puts on a nice picture and sound display for well under a thousand bucks. I call that a good solid value.

And that’s why you’re definitely going to want to have a look at a Panasonic Viera TC-P50X3 yourself. It’s a good value system, and though it may be simple, it’s still going to put on a nice show, and that puts it head and shoulders over others I’ve seen. (Source)

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Sony 55 (140cm) EX720 Series BRAVIA Full HD 3D TV Price and Specifications

Sony’s new EX720 BRAVIA redefines television at a great price, delivering the best of the internet directly into your living room. Coupled with a stylish design and enhanced 2D and 3D picture quality, the EX720 heralds a new age in entertainment.

Features :

3D Integrated (Full HD 3D) features a built-in 3D Transmitter
Skype™ Ready (requires Skype™ camera CMU-BR100)
BRAVIA Internet Video & BRAVIA Internet Widgets
Wireless LAN Ready & Wi-Fi Direct (requires Wi-Fi adaptor UWA-BR100)
Edge LED Backlight
X-Reality™ picture engine

Price= Rs 179,900

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- Internet Use Ties TV Use in Latest Study
- Vizio XVT3SV gets very good reviews
- Samsung UN46C7000 Television Review–Decent if Underwhelming Value

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Samsung LN46C600 LCD Television Review

Samsung has offered up plenty of televisions in all subclasses, so it’s always worth taking a look at them. You never know when you’ll be out looking at televisions, find a Samsung, and want to know if it’s worth your time. That’s why we’re looking at the Samsung LN46C600, an LCD that will have plenty to offer and do so at a good price, to boot.

The Samsung LN46C600 is a forty six inch 1080p LCD television that offers a 120 Hz refresh rate to reduce blurring in high speed images, the Wide Color Enhancer systems to improve color presentation, BD Wise to automatically adjust the relevant settings on your peripherals to get the best possible image out of them, two ten watt speakers, ConnectShare Movie to access content on thumb drives and digital cameras directly, four HDMI ports, two component inputs and one PC input.

Again, we’re short on the basics here–we’ve got a great picture and somewhat weaker sound quality (you’ll note there are plenty of augmentations to the picture but not near so much to the speakers), and you’ll get more than enough ports for your various needs, whether you need newer ports or old. Get this thing hooked up to even the most rudimentary of home theater speaker systems and you should be doing just fine here.

It’s a little hard to look at a television that doesn’t offer the next generation of capability, no streaming here at all, but it will still do a nice job of providing your current needs, whether they be older or newer, just not the very newest.

And you’ll even be able to find this one at a pretty nice price–in two different places you can find this at seven hundred ninety seven dollars, and that’s not a terrible price for a television slightly larger than the smallest of the big screens.

The Samsung LN46C600 isn’t the best you’ll find, but it will do a pretty nice job with most anything you’ll need it for. It’s surprisingly impressive for a smaller large television, and it will definitely put a punch in your home theater system.

Source [http://www.cybertheater.com/samsung-ln46c600-lcd-television-review-a-good-boost-to-your-home-theater/]

- Panasonic VIERA TC-P50VT25 Plasma 3D HDTV
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- Samsung UN46C7000 Television Review

Samsung PN50C680 Plasma Television Review

It’s back to the Samsung pile to get us today’s dose of plasma fun, and we’ve got another great one in the form of the Samsung PN50C680. We’ve had a lot of good Samsungs, and thankfully, this one will match up.

The Samsung PN50C680 is a fifty inch 1080p plasma television that offers two ten watt speakers with SRS TruSurround, a game mode for improved image quality in high-speed video situations, Samsung’s Touch of Color for an extra aesthetic push, BD Wise systems, ConnectShare to access those USB drives through the television, Anynet Plus, four HDMI inputs, a USB port, a PC input, two component inputs, a headphone jack, two composite inputs and a digital audio output.

The display looks great–fifty inch 1080p is hard to do much else but look great–and the sound is also pretty nice at that. Once again SRS TruSurround shows up and gives everything a sorely needed shot in the arm. And also, you’ll get a nice mix here between support for old and new components. It’s a very nicely put together package overall, and that should get your interest.

What will clearly keep that interest, however, is that two places are selling these for under a thousand bucks each, and that’s an excellent price for a high quality piece of hardware like this.

The Samsung PN50C680 is big, looks great, sounds great and is priced right, so if you’re looking for a new television to cap off your home theater, give this one a second look.

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- Panasonic VIERA TC-P50VT25 Plasma 3D HDTV
- Eizo’s glasses-free 3D TV gets more details
- Samsung UN46C7000 Television Review–Decent if Underwhelming Value
- Toshiba ZX900 Genesis 3D Cell TV

Sony’s new TV can give two pictures to two viewers

Sony has recently announced the development of a technology called dual-view, which allows two different viewers to see two different images.

I suppose that this could be used for when two different viewers want to watch two different shows, but they will have to wear headphones so they don’t hear each each others’ audio.

It would appear that Sony wants to market this for gamers. So if two people are playing a game with a split screen, the screen would not have to split.

At a recent press conference, where Sony showed off this technology, the company warned that “this will make your eyes hurt”. Clearly, some more development is required. Until then, the results are like 3D.

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- Vizio XVT3SV gets very good reviews
- Eizo’s glasses-free 3D TV gets more details
- Internet Use Ties TV Use in Latest Study
- Samsung UN46C7000 Television Review–Decent if Underwhelming Value
- Toshiba ZX900 Genesis 3D Cell TV

Tivax MiniVu7 Portable 7-inch Digital TV Price and Specifications

The Tivax MiniVu7 widescreen LCD portable Digital TV with advanced ATSC digital tuner for high performance! Enjoy your favorite television programs anywhere*. Take it camping, hiking, to a sports game, in a car or use during emergencies. * anywhere digital TV signal is available.

Features

* User Friendly Interface
* Superior picture quality
* Works with both antenna and most cable
* Parental Control Auto / Manual Scan/EPG
* Built in stereo speakers
* Light weight and compact
* Built-in AV input, can serve as an external monitor

Connectors:

* Earphone output (3.5 mm), AV In,
* RF input audio in, audio out.
* General Data:
* Input Voltage: 12 V, AC Input:
* 100-240 V
* Power Consumption: max 11W
* Size (WxHxD): 8.7” x 1.2” x 5.1”
* Weight: 1 lb

Accessories

* Magnetic antenna, A/V cables,
* Remote Control, Instruction
* manual, Power adapter, Earphones, Car adapter, Li-ion batteries.
* Warranty: 1 Year

Price : $106 – $117

Source [http://www.latest-price.com]

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Sony Bravia KDL46EX500 LCD TV's Review

With the Pro Bowl now just a memory and the Super Bowl staring us right in the face, you’ve still got some time left to get your hands on a new television ahead of that biggest of games (at least as far as football goes). Thus, this week, we’re going after the low-hanging fruit, the most abundant of models–and often the least expensive–the LCD television. We kick off our week with the Sony Bravia KDL46EX500, which is going to really impress both you and anyone you have over for the big game.

The Sony Bravia KDL46EX500 is a forty six inch 1080p LCD television that offers Motionflow 120Hz technology to cut down on blurring by bumping the frame display rate up (most televisions operate on a sixty hertz cycle–Motionflow ups that to one hundred twenty), LightSensor technology to change the brightness level based on conditions in the room, Ambient Sensor systems to change other settings to match conditions, the Bravia Engine 2 image processor, two ten watt speakers with simulated surround, 24p True Cinema display mode, a variety of video modes, four HDMI ports, two component inputs, two composite inputs, a PC input, a USB port, and an optical digital audio output.

I’ll say right off that I found the picture on this one pretty impressive, especially for an LCD television. Granted, it’s no 3D LED, but it’s still pretty nice indeed. It’s also somewhat dismaying to see that there’s no internet connectivity here, which is steadily becoming more of a requirement. But still, this plays equally well with old and new hardware, and is great for someone trading up from an old television.

The going price for this one (or so I found at four different places) is eight hundred ninety eight bucks, which is a little on the healthy side for a forty six inch television, but still mostly in line.

If you want a big, impressive new television for the Super Bowl, take a look at the Sony Bravia KDL46EX500, a television that should keep you front and center on the action.

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- Internet Use Ties TV Use in Latest Study
- Samsung UN46C7000 Television Review–Decent if Underwhelming Value
- Toshiba ZX900 Genesis 3D Cell TV

Samsung LN40C560 LCD Television Review

Our look at the LCD television, ahead of the big game this Sunday, continues on with one of Samsung’s many delightful LCDs–the Samsung LN40C560, a surprisingly potent system that will manage to do a good job on price besides.

The Samsung LN40C560 is a forty inch 1080p LCD television that offers Samsung’s Touch of Color design (Charcoal Gray, specifically), ConnectShare Movie to allow content to stream from thumb drives or digital cameras, a game mode to enhance playback in high speed situations like gaming, wide color enhancer systems, the AllShare system that lets you stream video and audio from your PC to the television, two ten watt speakers with DNSe, AnyNet Plus, four HDMI ports, two USB ports and one PC input.

This is a great one if you’ve got a whole lot of new equipment, or if you’re looking for a television to use as a huge computer monitor, because it’s heavy on the HDMI, or rather, it’s almost exclusive on the HDMI. It’s kind of a tough sale, really, because it’s so dependent on new hardware, or at the very least, a receiver with an HDMI connector. Under any other set of circumstances, this television will be mostly useless to you.

Aside from that, though, the television itself is pretty nice. The sound quality is a bit on the lackluster side having no real augmentation for its dual ten-watt speakers outside of DNSe, but the picture quality is really very sharp, especially for forty inches, which is really about the lowest of the truly big screens.

And considering that the folks out at Amazon want six hundred fifty bucks for one of these, it’s a pretty good setup, assuming you’ve got just the right circumstances for it. The Samsung LN40C560 will not be for everybody, but it will do a terrific job, under just the right conditions.

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Sony Announces Google TV Powered HDTV

Sony announces the details of the first HDTV powered by Google TV software interface. The TV will be available in 4 different sizes, 24, 32, 40 and 46.

The software interface supports dual view mode which allows the user to do play with applications while watching television, for eg. one can use twitter while watching his favorite movie on television. This television comes with many pre-loaded applications including youtube and it has got a QWERTY RF remote which has got an integrated mouse to make the navigation easy for the user.

Coming to the hardware, all four of them will be supporting wi-fi and the top 3 of them will offer 1080p resolution and LED backlighting. The smallest one will be having the usual CCFL lighting.

The four different sets have been named NSX-24GT1 ($599), NSX-32GT1 ($799), NSX-40GT1 ($999) and NSX-46GT1 ($1,399). All of them will have Intel processors and built-in Google TV. Google TV Platform will be upgradeable and the users will be able to download applications from the Android Market in the early 2011. Each of the four sets four HDMI intputs and four USB slots.

All the models will be available for purchase from October 16th. The price of the basic model is $599, however the 42″ model will be available for $1399.

[via crunch gear]

Fujitsu Japan announces ESPRIMO FH/99CM naked-eye 3D television

I don’t know whether or not Fujitsu had this particular naked-eye 3D display on display at CES 2011, but I’ve only been seeing it on today’s tech blogs.

According to my Source, the ESPRIMO FH/99CM was announced today, and its 23-inch screen can do full HD pictures.

It also features a Blu-ray drive, Core i7-2630QM (2.00GHz) CPU, Intel H65 Express chip set, 4GB memory, 2TB HDD, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, double USB 3.0 ports, quadruple USB 2.0 ports, and Windows 7 Home Premium.

We should be seeing the ESPRIMO FH/99CM in Japan for about February 25 for about $3,100.

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Google TV gets ARM

I believe that Google TV got off to a shaky start, and it would appear that Google is making some significant changes to make it better.

Google is planning on making a transition from Intel’s CE4100 to an ARM processor, which are cheaper than the Intel ones.

The cheaper boxes could result in some serious decrease in price versus the Apple smart TV. A Logitech Revue set box already costs $299, and perhaps this is what it needs to get higher sales.

Of course, comparing Apple TV with Google TV might be a mistake.

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Sony Bravia KDL55HX800 LED Television Review

We’re going in for a look at LED televisions this week, the big, impressive new entries in the home theater pantheon. And for the most part, we’re going to find some good stuff, some clearly better than others. Our first stop is with the Sony Bravia KDL55HX800, a big, impressive model that should really put a spark in your home movie watching.

The Sony Bravia KDL55HX800 is a fifty five inch 1080p LED television that operates at 240 HZ and is 3D ready once you get all the necessary extra components. You’ll also get internet connectivity (an extra dongle provides wireless access) that will get you access to a wide variety of content sources, the Bravia Engine 3 image processor, two ten watt speakers with Dolby Digital decoder, Deep Color technology, Live Color Technology, four HDMI ports, two component inputs, two composite inputs, one ethernet jack, an RF port, a USB port, a PC input, three analog audio inputs and an optical digital audio output.

You get in front of a fifty five inch LED that could handle 3D and it’s hard not to say this thing has an amazing picture. It’s not as good as some, really, but with LED, it’s pretty much a foregone conclusion that it will look at the very least good. The sound isn’t the best here either, especially with just two ten watt speakers and only Dolby Digital to back them up. The controls are friendly enough, there are plenty of options, and I love a television that plays just as well with older gear as new.

Price will be an issue here, as you can find this in a few different places at $2598, an oddly specific price, but still. It’s a hefty price tag, but you should be fairly satisfied with the final outcome.

The Sony Bravia KDL55HX800 is a surprisingly nice television for the money, but be prepared to put out a hefty sum if you want this as part of your home theater system.

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LG 46LD550 LCD Television Review 2011

Today we’re splitting off of LED televisions to check out a representative out of the LG camp, the LG 46LD550. And you’ll likely be impressed by the kind of show this television will put on.

The LG 46LD550 is a forty six inch 1080p LCD television that offers internet connectivity for access to a whole lot of content options (this one actually includes Vudu, which is a little odd given that this is an LG–I thought Vudu was more Walmart specific), TruMotion 120 Hz to cut down on blurring in high speed video, Intelligent Sensor to automatically adjust picture according to light levels in the room, Picture Wizard to adjust other settings, three different AV modes to reduce blurring according to the situation, two ten watt speakers with Dolby Digital decoders and Infinite Sound, four HDMI ports, two component inputs, two composite inputs, one RF input, two USB inputs, and a headphone jack.

Nice, nice, nice–you’ve got to love this system. Sure, it’s not as big as some sets you’ll find, but the picture you’ll get is hard to deny. The sound isn’t so good as some either–two ten watts only go so far–but the extra augmentation is a pretty good help too. It plays about as well with your new gear as it does with the old and the addition of internet access is always welcome so you can get in on the streaming party early.

The folks out at Amazon will sell these for eight hundred fifty bucks, which is actually pretty good for a system like this.

So if you’re looking for a decently priced addition to your home theater system, the LG 46LD550 should be one worth checking into further.

CES 2010: LG Infinia LE9500, LE8500 & LE7500

LG has unveiled its new 2010 Infinia range of flat panel TVs. The new high-end models will be called Infinia and comes in three series; LE9500, LE8500 and LE7500. LE9500 has LED backlight, 480/400 Hz, a new Live Borderless design and 3D support.

LG has also introduced new plasma-Tv series that we will be talking about in a seperate article.

LG Infinia LE9500
LG's new flagship is named Infinia LE9500. The new LE9500 will be launched in two sizes. A 55-inch model and smaller 47-inch model called 55LE9500 and 47LE9500.
The Infinia Tvs does feature promising specs but also brags with a new Live Borderless design that almost eliminates the frame around the LCD panel. The frame is just 8.5 mm wide.

The Infinia models are the new high-end Tv series from LG and are packed with functionality and technology. LG mentions a Full LED panel with local dimming (in 240 zones on the 55-inch model) but this doesn’t mean that the LE9500 is not slim.
LE9500 also incorporates a newly developed 480/400 Hz system, making movement even more smooth. It also supports 3D.

The new Infinia models also eliminates cables, using a new Wireless AV link that can receive HD signales from other wireless devices.
LE9500 will include a THX-profile, which ensures that picture quality on LE9500 meets the stringent requirements of THX.

LG has also updated the NetCast system, known from the LG Blu-Ray players. NetCast lets users access the Internet to enjoy the new Skype-function, Google Picasa, YouTube, Netflix, and more. NetCast also supports DLNA.
Finally, LG mentions a Magic Motion Remote Control. The Magic Motion remote is a Wii-like remote which means that it is enough to point at the screen to navigate in menus.

LG Infinia LE8500
LG's nect Infinia model is the LE8500; the little brother to LE9500. The most significant difference is a 200 Hz system instead of 400 Hz. 3D is supported on LE8500, too.
The LE8500 model also features a LED backlight with local dimming, a sleek design with a slim frame, a THX profile, as well as the NetCast system. LE8500 will also incorporate Wireless AV Link and DLNA.

LG Infinia LE7500
LE7500 is the step down from the LE8500. Instead of an LED backlight with local dimming, LE7500 utilizes a Edge LED backlight and 100 Hz instead of 200 Hz. This also means that 3D is not supported on LE7500.
LG Infinifa LE7500 has a different design, although it is still based on LG's Borderless philosophy, but with wider frame around the LCD panel.
LE7500 also features NetCast, DLNA and Wireless AV Link.

Prices and availability
LE9500, LE8500 and LE7500 will be available in sizes ranging from 32-inches to 72 inches. The prices have not been announced yet.

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CES 2010: Samsung unveils C9000, C8000 & C7000 LED-TVs

Samsung has unveiled their complete 2010 portfolio of LED-TVs at CES 2010. You can start drooling because the 2010 Samsung line-ip is more beautiful than ever. Samsung's new high-end series are to be called 7000, 8000 and 9000 and supports 3D. The 9000 model is only 8 mm thick.

We have now received Samsung C8000 for a review: Samsung 3D LED-TV (C8000) received.

Samsung LED TV C9000.

Samsung has exhibited their new flagship. The 9000 series is thinner than ever and more beautiful than ever with a design in silver metal and black. The new LED-TV (LCD with LED) also features 3D support, which can be enjoyed with 3D content in 2010.
The secret behind the ultra-thin frame of 8 mm is a Edge LED backlight, where the LEDs have been placed along the edges of the panel. In order to make the 9000 series even thinner, Samsung has also moved some of the control electronics into the stand, which can be rearranged when TV needs to be wall mounted.
Samsung's new 9000 series can display true 3D content together with a 3D Blu-ray players, but it can also convert 2D content into 3D (although the quality is probably far from true 3D).
Developed with a completely new remote control the 9000 series seeks the Apple look. The new remote has a touch-sensitive screen. The remote can even function as an extra screen, and you can watch TV directly on your remote while watching Blu-Ray on the TV.

You can even browse through all your music, photos and video from another PC at home using DLNA technology. Once you've found the vacation photos from last year on the extra screen on the remote, you can "beat the air" with the remote towards the TV and the content will now be displayed full screen on your TV.
The 9000 series incorporates 240 / 200 Hz technology (which is required for 3D), as well as Samsung’s Internet@TV. Internet@TV features a wide range of online services such as YouTube, Twitter, etc.

Samsung has also integrated the newly developed "Samsung Apps" system. Samsung App is a store similar to Apple's App Store, where various developers and consumers can create applications for your TV. Internet@TV is of course wireless.
The Samsung C9000 series will be available in 46-inches (UE-46C9000) and 55 inches (UE-55C9000) later this year. No words on prices.

Samsung LED TV C8000

Samsung has also presented their 8000 series of LED-TVs, which has a new design that combines silver metal with a transparent framework.

The 8000 series is not as slim as its big brother in the 9000 series but Samsung proclaims that even though the 8000 series has Edge LED technology, the R&D department have been able to utilize some of the advantages of the local dimming system.
It’s hard to tell what Samsung means by this because local dimming technologies is typically associated with LEDs behind the LCD panel (backlit LED).
The 8000 series also supports 3D and converts 2D to 3D. It has a 240 / 200 Hz system, and Internet@TV, DLNA and Samsung Apps.

Samsung has also developed a new stand for the 8000 series, which consists of four legs in metal. The stand has been designed as a piece of furniture, according to Samsung.
Samsung’s new remote is not included with the 8000 series, but can be purchased separately.

8000 series will be available in 32” (UE-32C8000, only 100 Hz) 40” (UE-40C8000), 46” (UE-46C8000), 55” (UE-55C8000) and 65” (UE-65C8000). In stores in the second quarter of 2010.

Samsung LED-TV C7000
The next step is called the 7000 series and it features the same four-legged stand as the 8000 series. The design is based on Samsung's "Touch of Color" philosophy from the 2009 models.


The 7000 series is slim because of an Edge LED backlight but without the so-called local dimming feature from tthe 8000 series.

The 7000 series also incoporates 3D and converts 2D to 3D. It has a 240 / 200 Hz system, Internet@TV, DLNA and Samsung Apps.
Samsung's new remote control is not included with the 7000 series, but can be purchased separately.

The 7000 series will be available in 40” (UE-40C7000), 46” (UE-462C7000) and 55-inches (UE-55C78000). In stores in the second quarter of 2010.

Samsung C6500 and C5000 LED-TVs
Finally, Samsung will market two "small" LED-TV series without 3D support. These are the C6500 series and C5000 series.
The 6500 series has 100 Hz, Touch of Color design, DLNA, Samsung Apps. It will be launched in the first half of 2010. Samsung also mentions a DVB-S (satellite) tuner.

The 5000 series focuses on low power consumption, has DLNA, and USB.
The 6500 series will be available in 32” (UE-32C6500), 37” (UE-37C6500), 40” (UE-40C6500), 46” (UE-46C6500) and 55” (UE-55C6500) and sees the light of the day in the second quarter of 2010.
The 6000 series comes in three variants; white, glossy black and dark brown with a wave pattern.

Via [flatpanelshd.com]

Panasonic X3 and G3 LCD-TVs with SD card recording

Manufacturers have started gearing up for the annual CES show in January and Panasonic has released some teaser information on two new X3 and G3 Viera LCD-TVs to debut in Japan in February.

Panasonic X3 and G3
Panasonic is one of the manufacturers with a lot of new products lined up for a CES introduction, including their 2011 LCD and plasma line-up. Now Panasonic Japan has sent out a few details about two new LCD-TV ranges called G3 and X3.

X3 and G3 are mid-end models featuring a LED backlight and IPS panel. G3 will be available in a 42-inch variant called TH-P42G3. The X3 range will be available in 32, 26 and 19 inches called TH-L32X3, TH-L26X3 and TH-L19X3.

Both come with an integrated recording function that allow users to record directly to a SDXC memory card, with up to 5 hours of 1080p footage on a 64 GB SDXC card.

Panasonic's G3 and X3 ranges have only been announced for Japan but it’s noted that the current 2010 models are called G20 and X20 and the 2009 models were called G10 and X10. Therefore the 2011 models are expected to be named 30. We will keep you updated with more information from CES 2011 in January.

[Flatpanelshd.com]

Samsung Showcases Breakthrough Design Innovations and Smarter LED TV Products for 2011

New LED TVs offer rich and immersive entertainment, ultra-thin bezels and an even broader line-up of 3D and smart TVs

CES, Las Vegas – January 5, 2011 - At the International Consumer Electronics Show, Samsung Electronics today unveiled a new LED TV series that redefines the home entertainment experience and adds a touch of refined elegance, simplicity and luxury to any home. The new smart TVs address consumers’ growing need for greater choice and control over how and when they access their content.

Samsung will be augmenting its extensive product lines by previewing at CES more than 40 new models, with screen sizes from 19-inches to 75-inches. The new TVs offer dramatically enhanced picture quality in 2D, 3D, HD and streaming content, as well as richer connected entertainment options delivered through one of the most comprehensive offering of apps and connected devices.

Samsung’s 2011 line-up combines elegant styling with a wide range of higher-end features previously exclusive to premium sets, including 3D capabilities and improved, advanced smart TV features so that people get the most out of their entertainment experience. Select models will offer Samsung’s new Smart Hub, which includes:
• Web Browser offering full web browsing right from your TV
• Samsung Apps, the world’s first HDTV-based apps store, which offers a range of paid and free apps that help people connect to their various passions – whether in sports, entertainment, information, games or social networking
• Search All, to make it easier to search for desired content on your TV and other DLNA-certified connected media storage devices, networked PC and mobile devices, and Internet and video-on-demand services
• Your Movie, which delivers recommendations based on a user’s viewing history

Samsung will also expand the number of 3D TV models available in 2011 so more people can enjoy 3D home entertainment at affordable prices. Consumers will be able to choose from a wide range of TVs to suit any home and lifestyle needs. Several TVs sport new innovative, ultra-thin TV bezels that give consumers a more immersive viewing experience. The new bezels are the result of extensive design research, Samsung’s proprietary new panel technology and innovative signal processing technology.

As the pioneer in 3D home entertainment, Samsung realised that consumers are increasingly choosing larger TV screens to fully experience immersive 3D entertainment, and today also previewed a 75-inch LED TV.

The latest TV lineup will be on display at Samsung’s booth #12006 in the Central Hall at the International Consumer Electronics Show, which will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), January 6-9, 2011. The Series 8 LED TV (D8000), a CES 2011 Innovations Design and Engineering Award winner, will also be on display in the Grand Lobby at the LVCC.

“As we enter a new era of immersive and inclusive entertainment, Samsung has redefined the visual elements that will make our TVs the centerpiece of any room,” said Sangchul Lee, Senior Vice President, Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “People want to stay connected to the relationships and information that are important to them, and our latest line-up reflects a vision where smarter technology virtually and physically connects users through shared moments in the comfort of their homes.”

Deep Focus on Immersive and Smart Entertainment Supported by Breakthrough Engineering and Design

As the No. 1 brand for TVs in Australia and globally, Samsung led the industry in 2010 with the launch of the world’s first 3D TV and holds over 75 percent of the 3D TV unit market share in Australia . As 3D content becomes more prevalent, the company expects more consumers to opt for 3D features in their TVs. To this end, it aims to reduce the cost of acquiring a 3D entertainment system – 3D TV, Blu-ray player, 3D glasses and content – in 2011 significantly and making 3D features available in a wider range of models.

Samsung also successfully reduced the bezel size by up to 80 percent – an engineering feat – so that the thin bezel blends in easily with the environment, almost becoming invisible to the viewer. The reduction in bezel size means consumers can enjoy a more immersive viewing experience without having to increase the physical size of their TVs, and makes using social applications like Skype and YouTube, browsing the Web, sharing content and playing games that much more inclusive.

Samsung expects 2011 to be a watershed year for connected TV. Almost all of Samsung’s new 40” and above 2011 TVs will offer smart TV features, making it even easier for viewers to engage their passions by accessing Web-delivered content on their big digital screens.

The Ultimate Entertainment Showpiece with Bespoke Design Features and True-to-Life Picture Quality

The first thing you notice about the new Series 8 LED TV (D8000) is its barely visible 5mm brushed metal bezel, a fine line that subtly frames the rich content on the screen and enhances the TV’s light form factor. The Series 8 LED TV (D8000) continues the minimalist style of the award-winning 2010 Series 8 model and uses an improved Quad Stand to ensure ultimate harmony between the TV and its environment.

With a 200Hz refresh rate, 2 millisecond motion picture response time (MPRT) and improved LED backlight scanning, this CES Innovation Award honoree offers true-to-life 2D, 3D and HD images with outstanding clarity. In addition to the Ultra Clear Panel, the TV is the first to offer Micro Dimming technologies to provide the richest, most lifelike pictures with deep blacks and pure whites.

The Series 8 LED TV (D8000) comes with Samsung’s new 3D glasses with Bluetooth connectivity and Samsung’s innovative Touch Control TV remote that can also stream TV programs to its built-in 3” LCD screen, almost like a second TV, even while a Blu-ray disc is being played on the TV.

The Series 8 LED TV (D8000) has a built-in Wi-Fi connection and many convenient ways to manage and display content through Samsung’s Smart Hub portal. The set can connect to other devices using DLNA or Samsung's patented One Foot Connection technology.

Setting Up Full 3D Becomes a Breeze With the World’s First Auto 3D Format Setup Function

The Samsung Series 7 LED TV (D7000) represents a successful balance of high technology with minimalist design aesthetics. The stunningly thin 5mm black bezel is framed by a jewel-like transparent bezel that uses Samsung's award-winning Crystal design based on dual-injection mold technology to reflect a hint of red along the crystal bezel’s edge. The Quad Stand is slimmer than the one introduced in 2010, yet its lower height manages to keep the TV stable and sturdy while maintaining an air of elegance.

Watching 3D content has never been easier – with the new Auto 3D Format Setup, the TV automatically detects the encoding format (i.e. side-by-side and top-bottom) when playing 3D content and viewers can now sit back and let their smart TV configure the content for the best viewing experience.

The Series 7 LED TV (D7000) also incorporates improved backlight scanning technology and Auto Motion Plus, Samsung’s proprietary frame interpolation algorithm, to create sharp 2D and 3D pictures and smooth frame transitions without blurring, even for video moving at top speeds; 3D picture quality is also improved as a result of Samsung’s new 3D Peak Algorithm.

With Smart Hub, the Series 7 LED TV (D7000) is the ideal media centre, complementing consumers’ ever connected and mobile lifestyles.

The Ideal Value Model TV for an Immersive 3D Experience

For the consumer looking to embrace 3D entertainment without breaking the bank, the Samsung Series 6 LED TV (D6400) is the ideal 100 Hz 3D LED TV, offering stunningly clear 3D pictures with the world's best panel technology and proprietary image-improving techniques. Samsung’s unique double-rate frame transition technology – the world’s fastest – also reduces the picture frame transition time by 50 percent to enhance the viewing quality of 3D content.

The Series 6 LED TV (D6400) also offers Samsung’s narrow bezel design to deliver a more immersive 3D viewing experience. The prism-like Crystal design thin bezel has a hint of colour that is barely visible from the front, but intensifies as the viewer moves to the side to minimise distractions while watching 3D, 2D, HD or streaming content.

Samsung’s new range of LED TVs will be available in Australia from April 2011. Local pricing will be confirmed closer to launch.

Samsung D8000 Tv's review 2011

Samsung has announced two new premium models in its 2011 range due mid-year: the D7000 and the D8000. These TVs form part of the company's smart TV line-up with web access and search, video-on-demand and DLNA streaming available as standard.

Being the ultimate TV in Samsung's range, the D8000 also features 3D, but it's the active kind and not passive like LG's LW6500. Unlike last year's C8000, the glasses are much less like welding goggles and actually quite slim. They can also be supplemented with a wireless charging stand.

The Series 8 LED TV features Samsung's Touch Control TV remote that can also stream TV programs to its built-in 3-inch LCD screen, in a similar way to last year's C9000 remote.

These models also sport an eye for elegance. The D8000 boasts what Samsung calls a 0.2 inch bezel, which also comes with a clear plastic "frame". Samsung's aim was to create a TV that blends with its surroundings.

The D8000 will be available in the coming months. While Samsung says this is the flagship model, pricing won't compete with a 10 grand price tag of last year's premium TV.

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Panasonic shows off new Full HD LCD LED TVs

Panasonic has rolled out its 2011 range of Full HD LCD-LED televisions, with the DT30, D30, E3 and E30 ranges all arriving with 1080p resolutions in a range of sizes.

Arriving alongside the non-Full HD C30 range, the new ranges include IPS Alpha Panels, Easy IPTV (with the DT30 and D30 also boasting Viera Connect), DLNA, multiple HDMI connectors and USB ports.

The C30 range includes a new screen size, a 19 inch version, while the E3 brings 32, 37 and 42 inch versions.

E30

The E30 is a 42 inch television with LED backlighting and 120Hz Motion Picture Pro 4 and 4 HDMI connections.

Last and definitely not least is the top-of-the-line TC-L42D30 television which offers 120Hz Motion Picture Pro 5 technology and Viera Connect.

“Also included in the feature package are Viera Image Viewer; DLNA connectivity; Viera Link; four HDMI connectors; threeUSBPortsand a PC input,” adds Panasonic.

The televisions have all been given a Spring arrival date, although no UK release date or price is available.

Sony brings out 27 new LCD televisions 2011

Sony’s press conference was simply bringing the 3D experience to your house, and with its new BRAVIA LCD HDTV lineup for 2011, it plans to do so. The company will bring out this year 27 new televisions – 16 are capable of watching 3D content, and 22 have internet connectivity.

The 3D televisions will share common features, such as a 5:5 pull down for a more real cinematic experience, built in 3D emitters and deliver outstanding performance with its active shutter technology. For its internet connected devices, it plans to offer content via its Qriocity platform, as well as third party content from YouTube, Amazon, Blip.tv, Hulu Plus and Netflix. They will also have Skype inside the televisions.

Qriocity also got some big changes – with a new video on demand service now allowing movies from all major motion picture studios, and bringing its Music Unlimited service from the UK and Ireland to many other territories via the Qriocity platform. The Music Unlimited service is Sony’s streaming music service and will feature a catalogue of over six million global tracks from all the major labels.

New additions include an improved remote control and even the option to use the Media remote application available on iOS devices or the Android OS phones As well, some of the models will include Corning’s Gorilla Glass – allowing for the screen to be scratchproof, via Sony’s Monolithic Design.

Sony’s new 3D capable television, with included glasses, the XBR-HX929 will be out in April. Sony’s line-up of televisions is after the jump.

BRAVIA XBR-HX929 Series 3D Capable HDTV

Available in April, Sony’s new 3D capable (with the addition of Sony active shutter glasses, sold separately), XBR-HX929 series features brilliant full HD (1080p) picture quality with Sony’s Intelligent Peak LED backlight for outstanding contrast.

The model also features Sony’s MotionFlow XR 960 featuring a precise backlight control that is synchronized with the liquid crystal movement from frame to frame creating clearer, sharper moving images.

The beautifully designed model features Sony’s improved Monolithic Design Concept that draws viewers into the picture when the TV is turned on, and blends into the room decor when turned off. The 2011 Monolithic Design BRAVIA models incorporate Corning®’s Gorilla® Glass allowing for thinner, lighter, and stronger screen material.

With integrated Wi-Fi (802.11n), the XBR-HX929 models offer instant access to thousands of Internet movies, videos and music from BRAVIA Internet Video and Qriocity. Sony’s Media Remote app provides simple operation and search for internet content.

The XBR-HX929 models are also custom installation friendly with key features such as rear IR-input and a two-way RS232c connection for easier integration with third-party control systems.

Other XBR-HX929 Series features include:

* Brilliant Full HD (1080p) picture quality with full-array local dimming LED backlight
* Sleek Monolithic Design with OptiContrast Panel Technology
* Integrated Wi-Fi (802.11n)
* Skype™ ready in 720p high definition
* BRAVIA Internet Video and Qriocity
* X-Reality™ PRO Engine
* MotionFlow™ XR 960
* Rear two-way IR inputs and two-way RS232C control
* Screen sizes include 65-inch (XBR-65HX292, which is available in August 2011), 55-inch (XBR-55HX929), and 46-inch (XBR-46HX929)

Other new BRAVIA models include:

BRAVIA® HX820-Series LED LCD 3D Capable HDTV
Available in May

* Brilliant Full HD (1080p) picture quality with Dynamic Edge LED backlight
* Sleek Monolithic Design with OptiContrast Panel Technology
* Integrated Wi-Fi™ (802.11n)
* Skype™ ready in 720p high definition
* BRAVIA Internet Video and Qriocity™
* X-Reality™ PRO Engine
* MotionFlow™ XR 480
* Screen sizes include 55-inch (KDL-55HX820), and 46-inch (KDL-46HX820)

BRAVIA® NX720-Series LED LCD 3D Capable HDTV
Available in May

* Brilliant Full HD (1080p) picture quality with Dynamic Edge LED backlight
* Sleek Monolithic Design with OptiContrast Panel Technology
* Integrated Wi-Fi™ (802.11n)
* Skype™ ready in 720p high definition
* BRAVIA Internet Video and Qriocity™
* MotionFlow™ XR 240
* X-Reality™ Engine
* Screen sizes include 60-inch (KDL-60NX720), 55-inch (KDL-55NX720), and 46-inch (KDL-46NX720)

BRAVIA® HX729-Series LED LCD 3D Capable HDTV
Available in May

* Brilliant Full HD (1080p) picture quality with Dynamic Edge LED backlight
* X-Reality™ PRO Engine
* MotionFlow™ XR 480
* Integrated Wi-Fi™ (802.11n)
* Skype™ ready in 720p high definition
* BRAVIA Internet Video and Qriocity™
* Rear two-way IR inputs and two-way RS232C control
* Screen sizes include 65-inch (KDL-65HX729), 55-inch (KDL-55HX729), and 46-inch (KDL-46HX729)

BRAVIA® EX720-Series LED LCD 3D Capable HDTV
Available in February

* Brilliant Full HD (1080p) picture quality with Edge LED backlight
* X-Reality™ Engine
* MotionFlow™ XR 240
* Wi-Fi™ ready (USB wireless LAN adapter sold separately)
* Skype™ ready in 720p high definition
* BRAVIA Internet Video and Qriocity™
* Screen sizes include 60-inch (KDL-60EX720, which is available in April), 55-inch (KDL-55EX720), 46-inch (KDL-46EX720), 40-Inch (KDL-40EX720), and 32-inch (KDL-32EX720)

BRAVIA® EX620-Series LED LCD HDTV
Available in February

* Brilliant Full High Definition (1080p) picture quality with Edge LED backlight
* X-Reality™ Engine
* MotionFlow™ 120
* Wi-Fi™ ready (USB wireless LAN adapter sold separately)
* Skype™ ready in 720p high definition
* BRAVIA Internet Video and Qriocity™
* Screen sizes include 55-inch (KDL-55EX620), 46-inch (KDL-46EX620), and 40-Inch (KDL-40EX620)

BRAVIA® EX520-Series LED LCD HDTV
Available in February

* Brilliant Full HD (1080p) picture quality with Edge LED backlight
* X-Reality™ Engine
* Wi-Fi™ ready (USB wireless LAN adapter sold separately)
* Skype™ ready in 720p high definition
* BRAVIA Internet Video and Qriocity™
* Energy saving Presence Sensor minimize power consumption
* Screen sizes include 46-inch (KDL-46EX520), 40-inch (KDL-40EX520), 32-inch (KDL-32EX520)

BRAVIA® BX420-Series HDTV
Available in February

* Brilliant Full HD (1080p) picture quality with CCFL backlight
* Five HD Inputs to connect multiple HD devices
* USB input for photo, music and video playback
* Scene select customized picture and sound settings
* Ambient Light Sensor
* Screen sizes include 46-inch (KDL-46BX420), 40-inch (KDL-40BX420), and 32-inch (KDL-32BX420)

BRAVIA® BX320-Series HDTV
Available in February

* Amazing High Definition (720p) picture quality with CCFL backlight
* Five HD Inputs to connect multiple HD devices
* USB input for photo, music and video playback
* Scene select customized picture and sound settings
* Ambient Light Sensor
* Screen sizes include 32-inch (KDL-32BX320), and 22-inch (KDL-22BX320)

[Techgeek.com.au]