April 16, 2008
LG is one of the fastest growing electronics companies in the world. Their products is a testament to their growth. The 37LB5D is an LG LCD model featuring a 178-degree viewing angle USB ports, three HDMI inputs, built-in speakers with surround sound, and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. With this dynamic view, you'll get ...
LG 37LB5D LCD HDTV
Story link: LG 37LB5D LCD HDTV by Franz Bicar
LG is one of the fastest growing electronics companies in the world. Their products is a testament to their growth. The 37LB5D is an LG LCD model featuring a 178-degree viewing angle USB ports, three HDMI inputs, built-in speakers with surround sound, and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. With this dynamic view, you'll get ...
April 15, 2008
Speculation is growing that Sony is adding backlit screens to its Bravia XBR8 HDTV.
The news was leaked by the Boy Genius Report, which also claims that while the lower tier XBR7 will not have the backlit screen, it will feature support for DLNA media sharing and online program ...
Sony Bravia to feature backlit screen?
Story link: Sony Bravia to feature backlit screen? by Jan Harris
Speculation is growing that Sony is adding backlit screens to its Bravia XBR8 HDTV.
The news was leaked by the Boy Genius Report, which also claims that while the lower tier XBR7 will not have the backlit screen, it will feature support for DLNA media sharing and online program ...Sony KDL-52W3000 HDTV
Story link: Sony KDL-52W3000 HDTV by Franz Bicar
When looking for a high-definition TV, the most important thing to consider for buyers is definitely its performance. One thing is also certain, you can't go wrong with the Sony BRAVIA KDL52W3000.
A full HD 1920 x 1080 panel resolution with over 2 million pixels, more than twice that of 720p HDTV, is exactly ...
April 14, 2008
According to the chief executive of LG Display Co Ltd, Kwon Young-soo, demand is accelerating for 26-inch or smaller LCD sets.
More and more consumers are switching from bulky CRTs to flat-screens, and the smaller sets are proving popular with consumers who don't want to take up too much ...
Demand soaring for small LCD TVs
Story link: Demand soaring for small LCD TVs by Jan Harris
According to the chief executive of LG Display Co Ltd, Kwon Young-soo, demand is accelerating for 26-inch or smaller LCD sets.
More and more consumers are switching from bulky CRTs to flat-screens, and the smaller sets are proving popular with consumers who don't want to take up too much ...Toshiba 32AV500U LCD TV
Story link: Toshiba 32AV500U LCD TV by Franz Bicar
The Toshiba 32AV500U is fitted with Toshiba's CineSpeed LCD Panel. This allows response times that are among the best in the industry. A 10-bit video processor with a 60Hz scan rate provides plenty of power, even for the most demanding home theater enthusiast. DynaLight Dynamic Backlight Control monitors the brightness level of each ...
April 11, 2008
Hyundai's first 3D-capable HDTV has gone on sale in 23 shops in Japan today.
The 46-inch model has a 1920 x 1080 resolution, 1,200:1 contrast ratio and two HDMI inputs.
It produces a 3D image using stereoscopics - the rapid display of two different images, one for the viewer’s left ...
Hyundai 3D HDTV launched in Japan
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Hyundai's first 3D-capable HDTV has gone on sale in 23 shops in Japan today.
The 46-inch model has a 1920 x 1080 resolution, 1,200:1 contrast ratio and two HDMI inputs.
It produces a 3D image using stereoscopics - the rapid display of two different images, one for the viewer’s left ...Samsung HL-T5055S 50″ DLP HDTV
Story link: Samsung HL-T5055S 50″ DLP HDTV by Franz Bicar
Make a big impression in a limited space with Samsung's high-performance, value-packed, energy-efficient HLT5055S. The thin bezel and hidden speaker system let you enjoy more screen and less frame. With a slim 12.8" depth and remarkable light weight, it's the set that fits where others won't.
This 50" DLP HDTV offers the crisp definition ...
April 10, 2008
A new report from Informa Telecoms & Media forecasts that 44 million homes around the world will have high-definition television by the end of 2008, representing 4% of worldwide households.
This is a significant rise from the end of 2007 when only 2% of households watched HD television.
The growth ...
HDTV in 44 million homes by 2009
Story link: HDTV in 44 million homes by 2009 by Jan Harris
A new report from Informa Telecoms & Media forecasts that 44 million homes around the world will have high-definition television by the end of 2008, representing 4% of worldwide households.
This is a significant rise from the end of 2007 when only 2% of households watched HD television.
The growth ...Toshiba 40RF350U LCD TV Review
Story link: Toshiba 40RF350U LCD TV Review by Franz Bicar
When it comes to flat panel HDTV, less is always more. Toshiba's 40RF35OU features a super narrow bezel design providing less than one inch of frame around a 40" LCD HDTV screen. Less frame is one thing, but the real smile-maker here is more screen. The super narrow bezel around the 40RF35OU's screen ...
April 9, 2008
IPTV operator, Belgacom TV, is about to launch a new HD service in Belgium, with seven channels and a video-on-demand library packed with HD titles from Warner Bros, Disney and others.
The service, which will cost €9.95 a month, includes the Discovery HD, Disney Cinemagic HD, Exqi, HD1, History HD, ...
Belgacom TV launches HD service
Story link: Belgacom TV launches HD service by Jan Harris
IPTV operator, Belgacom TV, is about to launch a new HD service in Belgium, with seven channels and a video-on-demand library packed with HD titles from Warner Bros, Disney and others.
The service, which will cost €9.95 a month, includes the Discovery HD, Disney Cinemagic HD, Exqi, HD1, History HD, ...JVC HD-58S998 RPTV
Story link: JVC HD-58S998 RPTV by Franz Bicar
Rear-projection televisions are fighting for survival. Buyers nowadays usually prefer slim and compact televisions rather than bulky sets. The only thing that is still keeping them in the market is that big-screen flat-panel televisions still cost a few hundred dollars more. Now, as major companies are trying to go for slimmer RPTV versions, ...
April 8, 2008
Mitsubishi demonstrated prototype displays based on laser technology at CES 2008 in January, and has now announced that the 'LaserVue' displays will be available in stores this autumn.
Pricing details and detailed specs will not be available until June, but it's likely that the LaserVue sets, which are the first ever ...
Mitsubishi announces laser HDTV
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Mitsubishi demonstrated prototype displays based on laser technology at CES 2008 in January, and has now announced that the 'LaserVue' displays will be available in stores this autumn.
Pricing details and detailed specs will not be available until June, but it's likely that the LaserVue sets, which are the first ever ...Panasonic TH-42PH10UKA Review
Story link: Panasonic TH-42PH10UKA Review by Franz Bicar
The Panasonic TH-42PH10UKA HDTV is a 42" inch screen TV that has a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, 60,000 hours of expected service life. It also has 3,072 shades of gradation and a powerful 16-bit processor. he TV also includes Panasonic's mult-function input slot system, that allows you to integrate any AV, PC or ...
April 7, 2008
Sony is increasing its focus on Blu-ray products and hopes to expand its share of the Blu-ray market from 20% to 50% by the end of 2008, according to its president and Electronics CEO Ryoji Chubachi.
Speaking at a recent press conference in Taipei, Chubachi outlined the company's plans to ...
Sony targets 50% Blu-ray market share
Story link: Sony targets 50% Blu-ray market share by Jan Harris
Sony is increasing its focus on Blu-ray products and hopes to expand its share of the Blu-ray market from 20% to 50% by the end of 2008, according to its president and Electronics CEO Ryoji Chubachi.
Speaking at a recent press conference in Taipei, Chubachi outlined the company's plans to ...LG Electronics 42LB5D Review
Story link: LG Electronics 42LB5D Review by Franz Bicar
If you are only looking at the spec sheet, then you'll feel that the LG 42LB5D is the perfect set, with 1080p capability, HDMI 1.3, and a fast response time. However, actually using the 42LB5D will more or less change your mind.
One of the features that a lot of users love on this ...
April 4, 2008
Pioneer has confirmed its intention to cease the in-house production of plasma panels, but will increase its focus on Blu-ray and audio/video products linked with displays.
The company plans to develop next-generation wall-mounted TVs with wireless connections. It will also develop video and audio analysis technologies through research into high ...
Pioneer drops plasma but pushes on Blu-ray
Story link: Pioneer drops plasma but pushes on Blu-ray by Jan Harris
Pioneer has confirmed its intention to cease the in-house production of plasma panels, but will increase its focus on Blu-ray and audio/video products linked with displays.
The company plans to develop next-generation wall-mounted TVs with wireless connections. It will also develop video and audio analysis technologies through research into high ...HP PL4272N Plasma HDTV Quick Review
Story link: HP PL4272N Plasma HDTV Quick Review by Franz Bicar
Looking for a value priced plasma TV in the 42 inch size range? Then check out the HP PL4272N HDTV. This set may not have the best looking pictures for an HDTV, but it is awfully cheaper than its contemporaries in the market. The PL4272N's 1024-by-768-pixel native resolution may also not be the ...
April 3, 2008
Ofcom has confirmed that HD broadcasts will be available on Freeview from 2009, but only in areas where analogue signals have been switched off.
This means that viewers in the North West of England will be the first to benefit from the new service, as long as they ...
HD coming to Freeview after digital switchover
Story link: HD coming to Freeview after digital switchover by Jan Harris
Ofcom has confirmed that HD broadcasts will be available on Freeview from 2009, but only in areas where analogue signals have been switched off.
This means that viewers in the North West of England will be the first to benefit from the new service, as long as they ...Sony Bravia KDL-52XBR4 HDTV
Story link: Sony Bravia KDL-52XBR4 HDTV by Franz Bicar
When it comes to home entertainment systems, nothing beats Sony. Sure, there are companies that produced great home entertainment products. There are even others that may have caught up with Sony. But the fact still remains, Sony leads the pack.
Their Sony Bravia KDL-52XBR4 HDTV is a testament to this claim. It has a ...
April 2, 2008
Buffalo Technology has announced the general availability of its LinkTheater HD media streamers, which were previously only available in Japan.
The Buffalo LT-H90LAN HD media streamer uses an Ethernet connection to stream media around the home from PCs, Macs, USB hard drives and DNLA compliant media servers, allowing content to ...
Buffalo announces LinkTheater HD media streamers
Story link: Buffalo announces LinkTheater HD media streamers by Jan Harris
Buffalo Technology has announced the general availability of its LinkTheater HD media streamers, which were previously only available in Japan.
The Buffalo LT-H90LAN HD media streamer uses an Ethernet connection to stream media around the home from PCs, Macs, USB hard drives and DNLA compliant media servers, allowing content to ...