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Sharp Electronics Introduces AQUOS LED LCD TV Series

Sharp Electronics unveiled its new AQUOS LED Full-HD 1080p LCD TV series which includes the 52-inch LC-52LE700UN, 46-inch LC-46LE700UN, 40-inch LC-40E700UN, and 32-inch LC-32LE700UN models. Besides the high quality picture these HDTVs provide, the LED backlight system is also energy-efficient and eco-friendly. These AQUOS LED LCD TVs also feature a newly-developed X-Gen Panel with advanced pixel control for extremely deep black levels, and Dynamic Contrast Ratio of more than 2,000,000:1. They also support Sharp's AQUOS Net service for instant access to customized Web content and real-time customer support.

Pricing is as follows:

LC-52LE700UN - $2,799.99

LC-46LE700UN - $2,199.99

LC-40LE700UN - $1,699.99

LC-32LE700UN - $1,099.99

Hannspree ST251MKB 25-inch 1080p Full HD LCD TV

Hannspree just introduced the 25-inch ST251MKB 1080p Full HD LCD TV to the US market for $399.99. It's the first model in Hannspree's ST series of digital TVs, which will see larger models released later this year as well. This ST series 25-inch LCD TV has an all-black design with a glossy front bezel, and it ships with a Universal Remote Control and a 6-ft. HDMI cable for connecting high definition Blu-ray disc player or other devices that support HDMI. The set also has analog video inputs for connecting A/V devices, and VGA for connecting a PC.

LG Electronics Announces 55LH95 and 55LH93 Ultra-Slim Full LED LCD TV

 
LG Electronics has unveiled two new ultra-slim 55-inch full LED LCD TVs in Seoul, Korea. The new 55LH95 and 55LH93 models are said to offer a brighter and clearer screen than competing products thanks to backlighting that employs a total of 3,360 LEDs, which is seven times more than existing edge-lit LED TVs. A few of the picture enhancing technologies packed into the LG full LED LCD's 24.8mm. thin chassis are 5,000,000:1 contrast ratio, and 240 Hz refresh rate, but perhaps most interesting is an enhanced wireless feature which can deliver content from DVD players, game consoles or home-theater units wirelessly without any degradation.

Panasonic's 85-inch Full HD 1080p Plasma Display

Panasonic has added a new 85-inch Full HD 1080p Plasma display to its pro digital signage line-up which already includes the $50,000 Panasonic 103-inch 1080p Full HD Plasma Display. As you can see in this photo, the Panasonic 85-inch display has a screen size equivalent to four 42-inch panels, and it is just 99 mm thick.  Making its debut at InfoComm 09 from June 17 to 19 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, the huge display features Panasonic's NeoPDP energy-efficient, double luminance technology, and a contrast ratio of 40,000:14 (max. 2,000,000:15) which is said to be the world's highest to date. The 85-inch plasma display will be available to businesses and professionals in Japan and the U.S. this fall.

LG W53 Smart Series - W2353V Full HD 1080p 23” Widescreen LCD Monitor Review

We’ve come a long way in monitor display design and innovation since the days when bulky beige monitors occupied most desk tops years ago. Let’s fast-forward to LG Electronics’ W53 Smart Series monitors, the LG W2353V-PF 23” LCD display to be specific, which I've had the pleasure of using over the past few weeks.

LG has combined a sleek, modern design and new innovative “SMART” technologies in the W53 Smart product line, with monitors available in sizes ranging from 18.5 to 27-inches. Models measuring 21.5-inch and up boast Full HD 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution, while all of these Energy Star Rated W53 monitors feature a digital contrast ratio of up to 50,000:1, ultra fast 2ms response time, 300-Nits brightness, and a 170º/160º viewing angle.

LG Electronics' Ships LH50 and PS80 Series Full HD 1080p HDTVs with Netflix Instant Streaming

When LG Electronics announced their 2009 LCD and Plasma HDTV line-up at CES, the LH50 and PS80 Series Full HD 1080p HDTVs received a lot of attention for having Netflix instant streaming software embedded directly in the TV. Now the 47-inch class 47LH50 LCD HDTV ($2100), and the 50PS80 50-inch Plasma HDTV ($2100) with NetCast Entertainment Access have shipped to retail, and the 42-inch 42LH50 LCD ($1700) and 60-inch 60PS80 Plasma ($3200) will be released later this summer. Along with Netflix movie streaming, these broadband TVs also feature easy access to YouTube videos and Yahoo TV Widgets.

Toshiba Ships REGZA SV670 LED TV, ZV650 LCD TV Series, and XV648 Cinema Series LCD HDTVs

Toshiba brought its "A" game to Digital Downtown, announcing the shipping of its state-of-the-art REGZA SV670 LED TV series, and the premium REGZA ZV650 LCD TV series in June, and the REGZA XV648 Cinema Series LCD HDTVs which will hit stores in August. Most exciting in the line-up is Toshiba's first LED TV, the SV670, which features FocaLight Full Matrix LED with Local Dimming, 2,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, ClearScan 240 (240Hz) motion enhancement with Backlight Scanning, and the new improved REGZA Engine with PixelPure 5G 14-bit video processing.

Sporting a new Deep Lagoon Design with a so called "Infinity Flush Front," the new REGZA HDTVs also include a USB port, SD card Slot, 4 HDMI inputs with InstaPort and REGZA-LINK, IR Pass-Through Port, and high-resolution PC input. Dolby Volume sound leveling, and Audyssey EQ are also incorporated on these sets to ensure a consistent volume level while switching channels, and during commercials.

VIZIO XVT Series, M Series, and E Series HDTVs

VIZIO has announced a number of new HDTVs, including upgrades to its high-end XVT series1080p Full HD LCD HDTVs which offer TruLED - LED backlighting and 240Hz processing on 42",47", and 55" models. The VIZIO M series Full HD 1080P resolution HDTVs offer 120Hz with Smooth Motion with models available in 32” - 47” screen sizes. The VIZIO E series HDTV line are available in small to mid screen sizes from 19” to 42", and boast energy efficient EcoHD, which is 20% below Energy Star 3.0.

Eviant T7 - 7" Portable Widescreen LCD Digital Television Set

Eviant is conviced that they have the perfect gift idea for Father's Day with their new 7"  T7  portable widescreen LCD digital television set. It features a widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio and a 480x234 resolution display, and a built-in TV tuner that is ATSC/NTSC compatible, allowing it to receive free digital channels without the need for additional component, or subscription service. 

The Eviant T7 measures 7.3"x 1.1"x 5.7" and weighs about 1.39 pounds. The unit has a built-in rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, built-in speakers, AC, six-button remote control, and it comes with a protective carrying pouch.

LG Electronics' New LH55 Series 1080p LCD HDTVs Feature TruMotion 240Hz Technology

LG Electronics brings on its new Full HD 1080p LCD HDTVs with TruMotion 240Hz Technology, and 80,000:1 contrast ratio. The LH55 Series 37, 42, 47 and 55-inch HDTV models are Energy Star 3.0 rated, and feature an Intelligent Sensor which senses the ambient light in the room and adjusts color and brightness accordingly. 

Hitachi's 2009 UltraVision Series and Alpha Series LCD HDTVs

Hitachi Home Electronics announced its 2009 UltraVision Series and Alpha Series LCD HDTVs which will be rolled out over the next few months. Hitachi's UltraVision series will be available in a 55-inch class home theater model and in 46-inch and 42-inch class screen sizes, all featuring 1080p resolution, 120Hz panel speed and Hitachi's Reel120 smooth movie motion technology with up to eight high definition inputs, a built-in ATSC/QAM/NTSC tuner, and ENERGY STAR qualification.

Hitachi's new Alpha Series is available in 42-inch (1080p) 120Hz panel, and 32-inch class screen (720p) with panel speed of 60Hz include four HDMI connections among the seven high definition inputs. Two of the HDMI inputs are located on the side panel for easy connection to game consoles and digital cameras. The Alpha series also includes a high definition RGB input for direct PC connectivity.

JVC's New 42-inch Xiview LT-42WX70 120Hz 1080p LCD TV Monitor

JVC is targeting digital imaging professionals and high-end digital SLR camera users with its new Xiview LT-42WX70 120Hz 1080p LCD TV Monitor. The company says that the super slim 42-inch LCD TV monitor features a color space that is wider than what a typical HDTV offers, giving you the ability to see the subtle colors, details and textures of high quality images. Priced at $2,399.95, the Xiview LT-42WX70 monitor measures 39 x 28-1/4 x 1-5/8 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 26.4 pounds. It also includes a pretty sleek curved pedestal-style stand.

Panasonic 103-inch 1080p Full HD Plasma Display Available Now for $50,000

 

Times are hard, and Panasonic wants to help out by dropping the price of its huge 103-inch Plasma Full High Definition 1080p Display from $69,999.95 to $50,000. This monster of a HD display is not really intended for the average home, it's for commercial use like digital signage but high-end home theater owners with big bucks might want to show off this 103-incher as well.

I can only imagine how sweet it would be to watch the NBA playoffs on this Panasonic 103-inch Full HD Plasma (model TH-103PF10UK) which features 7-1/2 ft. by 4 ft. of viewing space. For the money, you'll also get exceptional panel longevity with a 100,000-hour service life, and Panasonic's 3-year warranty and ProPlasma Concierge Service.

New Sony 40-inch, 46-inch and 52-inch BRAVIA Z5500 LCD HDTVs

Sony Europe unveiled its new 40-inch, 46-inch and 52-inch BRAVIA Z5500 LCD HDTVs featuring Motionflow 200Hz and Image Blur Reduction technology for smooth motion and sharp fast-moving images. The new Full HD BRAVIA TVs  sport Sony's 'draw the LINE' design concept with a sleek, elegant frame.  As we've seen on other new 2009 BRAVIA HDTVs, the Z5500 also features BRAVIA Engine 3, HD picture enhancement technology which analyzes and optimizes video signals from an HD or SD source, and then enhances picture details, contrast and color reproduction. Additionally, a Live Color Creation processing technology is on board to provide vivid, lifelike colors.

The Sony BRAVIA Z5500 is available in 40-inch, 46-inch and 52-inch screen sizes, and they are DLNA certified, making them true "networked TVs" with a built-in Ethernet port and easy hook-ups with DLNA enabled devices. Connected via the Ethernet port to the Internet, the Z5500 can display RSS feeds, and gives you access to loads of networked Widgets.

Victor JVC Announces GD-463D10 46-inch 3D LCD HDTV

This 46-inch JVC 3D monitor is scheduled for its initial release in Japan for a whopping 700,000 Yen (5265 Euros, or about $6,980). Yes, an affordable 3D HDTV for the average consumer is a ways off price wise, but we can still dream. Victor JVC's GD-463D10 3D LCD TV features Full HD 1,920 x 1080 resolution, with a contrast ratio of 2000:1 and a maximum of 10000:1 in Dynamic Mode. Using Xpol 3D technology,  the GD-463D10 LCD TV monitor requires special 3D glasses for a full digital 3D effect.