Panasonic Viera TH-37PX600 37in plasma reviewed

As always seems to be the case with Panny plasmas, if there’s one picture element that stands out above of all the rest, it’s black level response. We’ve never seen any other flat TV brand deliver blacks with the...

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Posted by Staff on 20 August 2006

Samsung SPD-50P7HDT wireless plasma

What sets this 50″ high definition plasma screen apart from similar displays is its fully wireless peripheral connectivity. The setup allows users to avoid cable clutter with a new technology that connects DVD players, VCRs and other devices via...

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Posted by Staff on 17 August 2006

NEC PlasmaSync 61XR4G 61" plasma reviewed

In many ways NEC is to be congratulated for the 61XR4G – not least for its pictures’ extreme sharpness, lack of noise and natural colours. In fact, if NEC could just sort out its black levels and light output...

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Posted by Staff on 17 August 2006

Maxent USA debuts $2,499 50" plasma

Maxent USA today announced the release of its value-oriented 50" plasma display with a suggested list price of $2,499. Via 1080eye The set features dual HDMI w/ HDCP, Component, Composite, and RS-232 connections. It also includes a stand. •...

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Posted by Staff on 16 August 2006

Hitachi UltraVision HDS69 42" and 55" plasmas announced

As you'd expect, there are a ton of specifications to go with these new display beasts, but highlights include: • PictureMaster HD III digital video processor • 3 HDMI inputs • 3 component inputs • Separate Day and Night memories...

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Posted by Staff on 31 May 2006

Panasonic Viera TH-42PX60B 42" plasma reviewed

Wrapping up the 42PX60’s superlative pictures is their clarity. High definition films look pin sharp - but so, tellingly, do almost all standard definition sources. This reveals a flexibility in the 42PX60 with different quality sources that’s rare indeed in...

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Posted by Staff on 21 May 2006

Will HDTV work on your flatscreen TV?

With the looming introduction of first HD TV content in the UK (SkyHD and BBCHD) and release dates available for HD media players (HD-DVD and Blu-ray Disc) you might be wondering whether your 2-3 years old Plasma or LCD TV...

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Posted by Staff on 10 May 2006

Sony KDE-W50A12U 50" plasma reviewed

As you’d expect of a big flat panel TV costing in the region of £4k, the W50A12U is fully HD Ready, with its native pixel resolution coming in at 1,366 x 768. It can also handle the key HD format...

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Posted by Staff on 6 May 2006

Pioneer PDP-436XDE reviewed - verdict: stunning

Also, the set is extremely rare in today’s TV market in that it’s compatible with the up and coming 1080p high definition picture format. In case you’re not familiar with it, 1080p goes a step further than the AV world’s...

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Posted by Staff on 2 May 2006

LCD and Plasma compared

Back in 2004 I wrote a post citing the merits of plasma displays versus LCD’s. At the time I was very pro-plasma and while I still consider plasma an extremely viable display technology, it’s time to re-examine LCD’s as I...

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Posted by Staff on 21 April 2006

LG offers 71 inch plasma

Not only is this display honkin huge, it’s also the first to be sold in the US with a resolution of 1920 x 1080. It includes HDMI and DVI ports, and has a contrast ratio of 1200:1. Via HD Blog...

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Posted by Staff on 11 April 2006

Pioneer PDP-5000EX - full 1080p plasma

Pioneer introduces the “world’s first 50-inch 1080p plasma display”. The PDP-5000EX supports 720p/1080i/1080p HD and boasts 1920 x 1080 resolution. Its “PUREBLACK Crystal Layer” and “PURE Drive 2 HD Signal Processing” provide enhanced picture quality. Expect a June 2006 release,...

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Posted by Staff on 5 April 2006

Sony WD-42PX2, WD-42PX2S announced

Sony will be releasing a couple of plasmas supporting this 10,000:1 contrast ratio in the Japanese market. They are the WD-42PX2 and the WD-42PX2S — same model, but silver casing. Via Gizmodo...

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Posted by Staff on 22 March 2006

Pioneer PDP-5060HD reviewed

In the past, Pioneer's line of plasma TVs has performed well in our tests, but they failed to eclipse the picture quality of the best plasmas. This year, however, starting with the 43-inch PDP-4360HD, we noticed a marked improvement in...

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Posted by Staff on 10 March 2006

Panasonic's new TH-50PX600 plasma

Panasonic presented their new PDP (Plasma) TV range and DVD burner to more than 700 journalists today. 4 Novelties when it comes to TV, with PDP's between 37 and 58" and a 32" LCD. The new burners come in 6...

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Posted by Staff on 9 March 2006

Samsung HP-R8082 - blindingly pricey plasma

Samsung has announced their 80″ Plasma, the HP-R8082, is now for sale. The HP-R8082, which was originally displayed at CES 2006, features 1920×1080 (1080p) resolution and the full complement of connectivity choices Via HDTV Help...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

byd:Sign 50" plasma TV - great value?

A 50" plasma for less than £1750? It must be a scam, right? A large, but standard-definition, plasma? Not necessarily: This 50" TV is not full HD at all but it does offer a very resonable 1366x768, a contrast...

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Posted by Staff on 10 February 2006

Coolest HDTVs discussed

Today, it is possible to choose from a wide array of HDTVs, and accessories that can suit nearly every budget. Want an HDTV for less than $1,000? Digital television has come of age at the same time as low-cost Chinese...

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Posted by Staff on 3 February 2006

NEC launches new HD-Ready plasmas

Available as 42”, 50” and 61” plasmas, they feature Widescreen (16:9) display with XGA and W XGA resolutions. a 4000:1 contrast ratio for a more vivid picture, plus split-screen and picture in picture features. The screens are equipped with seven...

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Posted by Staff on 29 January 2006

Panasonic TH-37PV500 Viera

Plasma may be slightly out of fashion next to the sharper charms of the LCD symposium, but the Viera's picture quality banishes any memory of the washed-out pictures of plasmas past. This eighth-generation panel is superb, and firing up the...

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Posted by Staff on 22 January 2006

Panasonic's 103" monster

Check out that pic - this baby is so bright the presenter has to wear shades! The great game of who’s-got-the-biggest, um… telly was played once more at CES this year. Panasonic came out as winner wielding a 103 inch...

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Posted by Staff on 13 January 2006

Pioneer's PRO-FHD1 1080p Plasma

How 'bout them shirts? These tropical songsters were featured on Pioneer's new 1080p 50" plasma at the CES last week. HDBlog has more information: The technical name for it is: Pioneer’s Elite PureVision PRO-FHD1. From the press release, I tried...

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Posted by Staff on 13 January 2006

Pioneer PDP-5060HD Plasma HDTV reviewed

The tuner is great. It pulled in all of our local HD channels and displayed them with nary a blip, all with just a cheap indoor antenna. It's rare that a display ships with such a good tuner. Adding channels...

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Posted by Staff on 11 January 2006

Toshiba demo SED display technology

As reported earlier, Toshiba & Canon’s newest display technology, SED, was on display at CES 2006. According to many who were able to actually view some of the sets, the displays were nothing short of amazing even though they were...

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Posted by Staff on 9 January 2006

Pioneer Intros 50-inch 1080p Plasma

Pioneer at CES unveiled a 50-inch 1080p plasma that will carry an MSRP of about $10,000. The Pioneer Elite PureVision PRO-FHD1 plasma with 1920 X 1080 resolution can up convert all other video sources for improved HD image detail, color...

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Posted by Staff on 9 January 2006

Panasonic 103" 1080p HD plasma TV

Once more I thought the Koreans would achieve this but no, Panasonic presents the largest PDP (Plasma Display Panel) TV Full HD 1080p that measures 103" (Samsung already made a 102" but I'm not sure that it was Full HD)....

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Posted by Staff on 8 January 2006

LCD vs plasma 4

Below is a list of advantages and disadvantages associated with flat panel displays. Author: Matthew Torres ADVANTAGES Size: The lack of width and weight is a tremendous advantage over direct view and rear projection models. Flat panel televisions can...

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Posted by Staff on 4 January 2006

LG’s monster 50-inch wireless plasma set

We wonder who comes up with product names like 50PB2DW, but you'll know it when you see it. LG's 50-inch flagship has two HD tuners so you can watch and record separate shows at the same time, and it...

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Posted by Staff on 4 January 2006

Wireds coolest rooms on the planet

Lets face it. Having a flat panel is not what it used to be. There was once a time that have one of these large flat screens hanging on the wall signaled "you made it." No longer are you...

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Posted by Staff on 4 January 2006

LCD versus plasma 3

Most television sets found in the home use bulky cathode-ray tube (CRT) technology.The slimmer, flat screens that save space feature either plasma technology or liquid crystal displays (LCD). Plasma screens (above) emit light, providing a bright picture even outdoors,...

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Posted by Staff on 29 December 2005

LCD versus plasma 2

This is a complicated topic: when you’re choosing between plasma and LCD TVs, you’re actually choosing between two competing technologies, both of which achieve similar things (i.e., crystal-clear, color-filled pictures) and come in similar packages (i.e., super-model-thin cases). To...

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Posted by Staff on 28 December 2005

LCD vs plasma 1

Since they use different methods to display images on the screen, they produce different results. Plasma TVs are best at producing powerful big-screen images with lots of impact, whereas LCD TVs are good at producing subtly modulated images in...

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Posted by Staff on 28 December 2005

Pioneer PDP-4360HD Review

Here is one of the new Pioneer Plasma Displays I mentioned last summer. This machine looks like a strong contender, but it seems Pioneer is still having a small bit of trouble will black level performance. That coupled with...

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Posted by Staff on 26 December 2005

Panasonic TH-42PX500U Plasma Review

Here’s a review of Panasonic’s plasma beauty, the TH-42PX500U. She comes with HDMI, VGA and 2 component in. At a native 1024 x 768 resolution, she is not true HD, but she’s pretty close. Review ratings: Build Quality: 89...

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Posted by Staff on 26 December 2005

Flat panel prices in free-fall

We already sort of expect electronics prices to just keep falling and falling, but PC World has the goods on just how much prices on flat panel displays have plummeted this year. In case you haven’t been paying close...

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Posted by Staff on 19 December 2005

CNET reviews Pioneer's new plasma

Pioneer Electronics may be slowing down their plasmas production but they still have get sets. CNET has a review up that covers their new 43-inch PureVision. We picked up on this new line way back in August and you...

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Posted by Staff on 18 December 2005

Ultimate AVs review of Hitachi 42HDT52 plasma

Lucky ducks. Ultimate AV just released their reviews of a great plasma: the Hitachi 42HDT52 plasma. This is a gorgeous mid-high end plasma but what did they think of it? I'll cut to the chase; they like it a...

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Posted by Staff on 13 December 2005

Fujitsu Hitachi develops 42-inch full spec high-definition PDP

Fujitsu Hitachi develops 42-inch full spec high-definition PDP “Fujitsu Hitachi Plasma Display Ltd said Wednesday it has developed the world’s first 42-inch full spec high-definition plasma display panel (PDP), the smallest in this type of display.? [Japan Today]...

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Posted by Staff on 9 December 2005

Panasonic invests BIG in plasma

The eternal battle over LCDs and plasmas is raging more then ever right now. Panasonic is investing heavily into the latter of the two with their newest manufacturing plant. This $790 million dollar plant (take that LG.Philips) can pump...

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Posted by Staff on 3 December 2005

Panasonic lowering power consumtion on PDPs

Plasmas are big power consumers. They do eat up considerably more power then their LCD counterparts, but Panasonic's parent company, Matsushita is working on it. Currently, Sharp LCDs are the most efficient flat panel over 37-inches. It consumes 192...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

HDTV Prices Plunge

LCD and plasma flat panel HDTV display prices have plummeted over the past year. Fueled by better manufacturing results and competition from budget brand manufacturers, even the big boys have been dropping prices steadily. Check out the graph, the...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

Optoma PD50A Plasma TV Review

Audioholics, our favorite home theater addictophiles have reviewed Optoma’s 50 inch plasma HDTV offering. This plasma is not the best as far as features and control set, but it makes up for it in the price department. Also, you’ll...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

Panasonic builds a house around a PDP

Literally! Panasonic just completed the "Eco & UD" life-sized model house; "UD" stands for universal design. The model is filled with Panasonic products that make life easier while also saving energy and maintaining an ecologically-friendly relationship. The futuristic house...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

VIZIO P50HDM 50-inch HD plasma reviewed

With prices for plasma sets continuing to drop, Personal Tech Pipeline took a look at the VIZIO P50HDM, a 50-inch HDTV set that goes for as little as $2,699. While that price might mean some sacrifices, the P50HDM has...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

LG Raising Plasma Production by 50% or More

I'm WAY behind on the news since our baby was born, but in an effort to catch up... LG Electronics, which is already the world's second leading manufacturer of plasma display panels, said this past weekend that it will...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

CNET Reviews HP Plasma

CNET has posted a review of HP's 42-inch plasma (model PL4200N) and they seem to be pleasantly surprised by the results, particularly black-level performance. http://reviews.cnet.com/HP_PL4200N/4505-6482_7-31484731.html?tag=nl.e722...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

Samsung's 80-inch plasma for a mere $150,000

So Samsung is busting out the largest purchasable plasma display for those of you with 150 grand burning a hole in your pocket and a really, really large wall to put this in front of. They’re targeting artsy institutions...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

LG shows off 102-inch HD plasma

Matching hometown rival Samsung inch-for-inch, LG is now showing a 102-inch plasma display, which the company says offers full HD resolution at 1920 x 1080, with a contrast ratio of 5000:1. Don’t expect to buy one anytime soon, though....

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

LG's Royal Gold 71-inch precious-metal plasma

You already thought it was totally lux to get a 71-incher, but LG just totally showed you up, you cheap bastard. They don’t want your thirty thousand dollars, no no, this is for serious watchers of TV, for those...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

Panasonic unveils "world's smallest" 1080p plasma

Panasonic has just unveiled a new plasma television which they claim to be the world’s smallest PDP capable of displaying 1080p content. The 50-inch model, which is being shown at Japan’s CEATEC 2005, had to overcome a number of...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

Panasonic TH-42PD50U 42″ Plasma TV for $1,599

Bring on the bling, it’s Christmas time baby! Panasonic’s ultra-popular 42-inch plasma, the TH-42PD50U, can be had for less than 1600 bucks. That’s right, plasma goodness from Panny for $1599. Check it out:...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

Samsung 102-Inch Plasma TV Photo

Samsung 102-Inch Plasma TV Photo November 27th, 2005 Related: Images, Electronics...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

Dell's new W3201C and W5001C HDTVs

We’re still sorta getting used to the whole idea of Dell even selling TVs, but they unveiled two new HDTVs today, a 32-inch LCD and a 50-inch plasma. Can’t find anything about either TV’s resolution (at least not yet),...

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Posted by Staff on 29 November 2005

Pioneer's New Plasma Panels Dazzle

True to the company name, Pioneer was one of the first companies to productize color plasma displays (PDPs), and has continues to produce some of the best-looking panels on the market. And unlike many other players in this market,...

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Posted by Staff on 28 November 2005

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