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Samsung UN46B7000 LED backlit LCD review

by Ben Drawbaugh posted Jul 23rd 2009 at 1:00PM



There aren't many technologies that are as fun to watch mature as LCD TVs. It is definitely one of the those technologies that continues to evolve and improves with each iteration. The latest crop of LED edge lit LCD TVs from Samsung fit into that category. The 46-inch 7000 Series is a mere 1.2 inches thick and uses less power than just about any HDTV of its size ever made. To top it off, it offers some of the best picture quality of any LCD HDTV ever made; and it does all of that while being more affordable than its predecessors. It goes without saying that we were excited to get our hands on it, but you'll have to click through to find out how we felt after wards.

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LG's THX-certified LH90 LCD HDTVs now shipping in US

by Darren Murph posted Jul 22nd 2009 at 4:19PM


We've been following LG's 240Hz LH90 series of LED-backlit HDTVs since they were launched alongside oodles of internet-connected rivals at CES, and now -- at long last -- the 1080p trio is shipping to US soil. The sets, which are the first-ever to boast THX certification, also feature an ambient light sensor, 2,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 240Hz dejudder technology and a super glossy bezel. If you're jonesing to get one in your abode, you can cruise over to your nearest electronics dealer and part ways with $3,199.95 (55-inch), $2,399.95 (47-inch), or $1,899.95 (42-inch).

You know you're a videophile if...

by Ben Drawbaugh posted Jul 7th 2009 at 1:46PM

HD Calibration Discs

  • You actually know what OAR stands for and won't watch anything but.
  • You believe edge enhancements are a crime against humanity.
  • You understand that contrast is the most important video spec.
  • You know that more P isn't always better -- as in 1080p vs 720p.
  • You realize that properly de-interlaced video is perfectly acceptable and possible.
  • You can't watch DVDs anymore.
  • HBO HD is a big joke.
  • You can explain what 3:3 pull-down is and why you'd want it.
  • You knew the actual differences between HD DVD and Blu-ray.
  • You have at least one video calibration disc on Blu-ray.
  • You don't think LCDs look better than Plasmas.
  • You've helped a random person at Best Buy pick out a TV, and you don't even work there.
  • It makes you mad that Samsung calls its new 6000, 7000 and 8000 series LED TVs.
  • You make fun of 240Hz HDTVs.
  • Your HDTV has been professional calibrated.
  • There are Blu-ray Discs in your collection because of their picture quality.
  • You know the name of the mode on your TV that disables overscan.
  • You think it simply isn't possible for downloads to ever compare to Blu-ray in quality.
  • Engadget HD is the first site you read every day when you wake up.

LG's 240Hz LH90 LED TV series priced, global release dates still a mystery

by Ross Miller posted Apr 22nd 2009 at 2:03AM

LG's finally put a price on its TruMotion 240Hz LH90 series displays. Available in 42, 47, and 55-inch sizes, the LED TVs boast a whopping 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio, THX support, and the ability to play DivX files via USB. If you need to start budgeting early, expect to pay somewhere around ₩3,300,000 (US $2,445) to ₩ 6,400,000 (US $4,742), depending on the model. We know it's destined for an international release, but other than that, unfortunately mum's the word when that date might be.

Tecnovision's Luxio "world's largest television" folly

by Thomas Ricker posted Mar 17th 2007 at 3:55PM


You know, just because you show up at CeBIT with a big ass sign that says "The World's Largest Television" doesn't make it so. Tecnovision's Luxio 205-inch "television" (as they call it) is just a collection of 750,000 LEDs for use primarily in outdoor signage. Sure, some media freak has apparently installed this €350,000 behemoth in his home and connected it to ordinary AV equipment by means of a "special controller," as it was described to us. But that still doesn't make it a television now does it? Certainly, it's not even close to the largest outdoor LED display we've come across. So no worries Panasonic and Sharp, your records are still safe in our eyes. Until the next trade show, anyway. Be sure to check the gallery for an up close look at the pixel density.




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