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Samsung PN58A550 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

2009-03-11T02:08:00.001-07:00

Technical Details:

1080p native resolution
30,000:1 static contrast ratio | 1,000,000:1 dynamic ratio
18-bit color processing
100,000 hour panel life
Two 10-watt speakers
Inputs: HDMI x 3, Component x 2, Composite x 1

Customer Reviews:

The Series 5 from Samsung is their entry-level line of plasma displays that feature a native 1080p resolution. The Plasma Series 5 can be easily confused with Samsung's line of LCD televisions that are also called "Series 5". From a specifications perspective the two lines are comparable, with the difference being the display technology used, both ... read more.

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Pioneer PDP-5020FD 50-Inch 1080p KURO Plasma HDTV

2009-03-11T02:05:00.001-07:00

Technical Details:

1080p native resolution
72Hz 3:3 pull down
60Hz 2:3 pull down
Improved video processing and upscaling
New Optimum Mode
Smooth Film mode
New anti-reflective screen
Home Media Gallery digital streaming
Two 18 watt speakers

Customer Reviews:

Pioneer's plasma televisions are regarded as some of the best sets around, and the 9th generation 2008 line improves upon the already praised black levels and video processing of the 8th generation, 2007 models. The Kuro line puts primary focus on creating the deepest black possible with the 9Gs seeing a 5 times increase in contrast ratio over the previous generation. Alongside the picture quality improvements Pioneer has added extra features such as the Home Media Gallery which displays digital media content stored on your ... read more.

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Panasonic Viera TH-46PZ85U 46-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

2009-03-11T02:02:00.001-07:00

Technical Details:

1080p native resolution
30,000:1 contrast ratio
Game mode
VIERA link
One-sheet glass design with anti-reflective screen
100,000 hour half life

Customer Reviews:

The 85U series is at the mid range of Panasonic's consumer plasmas for 2008, which is their 11th generation of plasma offerings. Positioned above 80U series and below the 800Us, the 85Us feature the same core technology as the more expensive sets but sacrifice some of the more advanced features such as THX Certification and the 4th ... read more.

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Toshiba REGZA 52RV535U 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

2009-03-11T01:49:00.000-07:00

Technical Details:

CCFL backlighting
Thin bezel
Dynalight
14-bit PixelPure 4G tech
8-bit panel
Autoview
Inputs: HDMI x 4, Component x 2, Composite x 1, S-Video x 1

Customer Reviews:

The RV535 series of LCD televisions are the fall 2008 upgrade to the early 2008 entry level 1080p series, the RV530s. Most of the specifications between the two lineups are the same, including the 14-bit image processor, Regza Link, and 4 HDMI inputs. The RV535 adds the Super Resolution Technology which performs SD to HD upscaling, and Autoview which analyses both the ambient room lighting, and the image on the TV itself to .... read more.

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Sony BRAVIA W-Series KDL-52W4100 52-Inch 1080p

2009-03-11T01:45:00.001-07:00

Technical Details:

52" screen
1080p native resolution
120Hz mode
USB port for accessing digital content
thin bezel, and "ultra-thin" cabinet depth
Inputs: 4xHDMI 1.3, 2xComponent, Composite

Customer Reviews:

The W-series by Sony is part of their high end lineup of LCD televisions. Last year's W-series offerings came under the W3000 label, with 2008's following the W4100 naming convention. These TVs come below the premium level Z-series and feature most of the same standard high-end display technology such as 1080p native resolution and 120Hz frequency, but lack the advanced connectivity options in their more expensive siblings. Just below the W-series is the V-series which removes the 120Hz mode for smooth display of ... read more.

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Samsung LN52A650 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV

2009-03-11T01:36:00.000-07:00

Technical Details:

52"
1080p native resolution
50,000:1 contrast ratio
120Hz mode
4ms response time
Ethernet port for RSS, news, weather and stocks
Inputs: 4xHDMI 1.3, Component, Composite

Customer Reviews:

The Samsung 650 series, also known as the 6 Series or Series 6, is one of the high-end offerings part of Samsung's 2008 LCD line up. It is positioned above the 550 series and below the top-of-the-line 750 series. The 650 series has similar features and specifications to the 750 series, as the most significant upgrade is the ability to stream some video formats from your computer and subwoofer found on the 750. Upgrading from the 550 series, the 650 series adds an Ethernet port for downloading Internet content, and a 120Hz mode for smooth... read more.

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