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Sky to add 3 new HD channels
28/02/2008

The satellite broadcaster Sky is adding to its High Definition (HD) programming by introducing three new channels. This takes the number of HD channels the company offers up to 15.  >> Full Story

 

 

 

Panasonic TH42PX80 Review
26/02/2008

With the PX80 Panasonic have managed to retain a conservatism that most consumers will be happy with while introducing some simple but effective stylistic changes. A subtle upward curve at the base of the screen is a nice touch along with a wedge shaped pedestal which really does make this panel stand out from the crowd.  >> Full Story

 

Philips 42PFL9632D Review
25/02/2008

Where the 42PFL9632D really excels is with its Standard Definition (SD) performance. As the High Definition capabilities of many LCD TV's are usually guaranteed, the SD performance, especially of larger screens is where the battle for the hearts and minds of consumers will be won.  >> Full Story

 

Toshiba's new High End LCD TV's
24/02/2008

Toshiba's ZF series of LCD TV's heads a new range from the Japanese electronics manufacturer that includes 20 panels across three distinct lines.  >> Full Story

 

 

 

Sony LCD goes slim and green
22/02/2008

With a release date in Japan this March, Sony's new F Series LCD TV's not only measure up at an impressively slim 75mm, they are also manufactured with a large proportion of recyclable plastic components.  >> Full Story

 

 

Sony KDL-37P3020 Review
21/02/2008

The overall picture performance of the KDL-37P3020 is excellent, and the quality of Standard Definition (SD) came as a pleasant surprise. This screen actually tells us a lot more about the features it does not posses, namely 100Hz processing and Full HD resolution.  >> Full Story

 

No compensation for HD DVD owners
21/02/2008

Unsurprisingly, Toshiba have ruled out any form of compensation to consumers who invested in the HD-DVD High Definition video format, saying that the HD-DVD players still had "inherent value".  >> Full Story

 

Consumer interest in Blu-ray surges
20/02/2008

Toshiba's decision to concede victory in the High Definition format war has had an immediate impact  >> Full Story

 

 

Best Blu-ray players rated
19/02/2008

With Toshiba conceding victory to their rival Blu-ray consortium in the High Definition DVD format war
now is a good time to invest in a Blu-ray player  >> Full Story

 

Blu-ray secures HD format war victory
19/02/2008

The Japanese electronics giant Toshiba has conceded victory to the rival Blu-ray consortium in the High Definition DVD format war  >> Full Story

 

 

 

 

LG Plasma & LCD on the catwalk
19/02/2008

Not so long ago talking about the electronics giant LG and 'Style' in the same sentence would have been the cause of a few ironic smiles. It is a sign of how times have changed that LG are sponsoring this years London Fashion Week  >> Full Story

 

 

Pioneer LCD TV's on the horizon?
17/02/2008

The electronics giant Pioneer has indicated that they it will enter the small screen LCD TV market later this year  >> Full Story

 

 

IP enabled plasma from Panasonic
15/02/2008

Panasonic's range topping Z850 series of plasma screens introduces 46in, 50in, 58in and 65in IP enabled TV's which will provide direct access to online content from services such as YouTube  >> Full Story

 

 

Panasonic focus on greener plasma
14/02/2008

By 2009, the electronics giant Panasonic plans to be selling plasma screens which consumer less than half the power of current models  >> Full Story

 

 

 

LG 60PC45 Review
13/02/2008

As a budget home cinema system on this scale, the 60PC45 has no equal. Add to the mix a better than average Standard Definition performance and this LG starts to look like a large screen bargain  >> Full Story

 

 

Pioneer plasma goes pure white
13/02/2008

Rolling of the tongue quite nicely, the Shiro Kuro (Shiro meaning White in Japanese) limited edition 50in plasma from Pioneer sports an elegant pure white frame, which is sure to accentuate the famed black levels and shadow detailing of this screen even further  >> Full Story

 

 

Sharp LC32AD5E Review
12/02/2008

The budget status of the LC32AD5E reveals itself with the absence of Sharp TruD picture processing Engine, although Surprisingly, given the TV's price, there are noise reduction and black level adjustment options available  >> Full Story

 

 

 

UK launch for Sharp Ultra Slim LCD TV's
12/02/2008

Sharp have announced that their ultra slim X Series LCD TV's will be available to UK consumers this September  >> Full Story

 

 

Sony KDL-32P3020 Review
11/02/2008

Perhaps the most impressive aspect of the KDL-32P3020 is its black level performance. Its abilites in this respect are not going to trouble the best Plasma's or even LCD's , but what this screen achieves is a black level which belies its status as an entry level LCD TV. Crucially, there are few signs of greyness across darker scenes  >> Full Story

 

 

Sony KDL-26S3000 Review
09/02/2008

As one of Sony's entry level series of LCD TV's, the 26S3000 loses some of the high end features of higher spec models. This should have less of an impact though when comparing it to other 26in TV's as features such as Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution are simply not found on screens of this size  >> Full Story

 

 

LG HDTVs go High Tech
08/02/2008

Not so long ago, associated with clunky design and indifferent picture performance, the Korean manufacturer LG now has a growing reputation not only for innovative design but for producing High Definition TV's which offer numerous optimization and calibration options  >> Full Story

 

 

Pioneer plasma prototype 9mm thick
06/02/2008

At just 9mm thick and tipping the scales at a shade over 40 pounds, Pioneer's 'Advanced Design Concept' plasma is hardly noticeable when viewed side on, appearing to float on the wall to which it is attached  >> Full Story

 

 

 

Samsung PS-63P76FD Review
05/02/2008

Hook up a High Definition (HD) source to the PS-63P76FD and prepare to witness one of the most accomplished and engrossing sub £4000 Home Cinema experiences. The clarity and sharpness of pictures on this leviathan screen will truly bring gasps of pleasure from onlookers  >> Full Story

 

Panasonic flagship Z850 plasma
04/02/2008

Panasonic's range topping Z850 series of plasma screens introduces 46in, 50in, 58in and 65in IP enabled TV's which provide direct access to online content from services such as YouTube  >> Full Story

 

 

Panasonic introduce PX80 plasma range
03/02/2008

With 50in, 42in and 37in models and all new panels along with improved contrast ratios, Panasonic has announced their new PX80 series of Plasma screens  >> Full Story

 

 

Sharp LC-42X20E Review
02/02/2008

Very good contrast on the LC-42X20E contributes to an excellent black level performance. It is true that these days we expect LCD TV's to perform well in this respect, but blacks are notable in that they are truly black, with good detail visible on even the darkest scenes  >> Full Story

 

 

LG 42LGX style breaks new ground
01/02/2008

It would have been inconceivable a few years ago to talk about the electronics giant LG and 'Style' in the same sentence. It is a sign of how times have changed that we are now looking at the Korean electronics giant for styling leads for anything from LCD TV's to mobile phones.  >> Full Story