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Philips 47PFL7432D 47" 1080p LCD HDTV with Ambilight Boasting the highest resolution available for consumers, advanced picture processing and unrivaled style, Philips’ Ambilight FlatTVs deliver powerful performance that will impress today’s most demanding consumers. Philips’ new Ambilight LCD FlatTVs boast 1080p resolution, Perfect Pixel HD Engine to maximize 1080p content for the best picture, Pixel Plus 3 HD, Digital Natural Motion and ClearLCD, the peak of high-definition (HD) for today’s demanding consumer.Ambilight Full Surround emits light from the left, right, top and bottom of the screen. This "surround-sight" effect allows consumers to enjoy a visual extension from all sides of the screen while creating a more relaxing entertainment experience. In addition, the entire display is surrounded by an integrated canvas that makes the screen appear to be floating when hung on the wall, producing a dramatic, saturated color effect. The canvas also frees consumers to place the set wherever they desire, regardless of the color or surface of the wall.
Customer Review: WARNING to all who may buy this HDTV…
I shopped for months looking for the best feature set, quality, and look for the price - and this is the set I ended up with. Two months later, I still love this TV. The picture is fantastic and X-Box 1080p HD looks completely mindblowing. I still only have a Samsung upconverting DVD player, but even those movies/shows on DVD look fantastic.

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Panasonic TH-50PZ77U 50" 1080p Plasma HDTV 49.9" Diagonal Widescreen / 1920×1080 resolution / Side-Firing Speakers / 2 HDMI inputs / EZ Sync / NTSC and ATSC TV Tuners / SD Card Slot / AntiGlare
Customer Review: 50" Panisonic Plasma Display 1080P
From lots of research and reading the reviews on this site, I was able to pick the best TV out of the crowd.This was by far a better price then the big box stores. I Purchased the item through Amazon from Vanns. Everything about the transaction was as advertised. I am very pleased with the unit to date(Arrived Dec. 12). We upgraded from a 19" tube! It was time.
Customer Review: Pany th-50pz77u, buy it with total confidence, the best so far.
Hey folks, I bought this full hdtv as a christmas gift for my husband, who enjoys spending hours every night in front of tv. Even though we still don’t know the potential this beauty offers, because we received it just a few days ago, I can assure you that this is the best tv we have had until now. Standard image is superb and its design is very classy and beautiful, it got slim and invisible speakers on the sides which make it look a little wider than other models, and more sober. Tv image definition is very clear, specially with directv, colors are vibrant and clean, and the most outstanding thing to notice is the depth of the blacks, which you will immediately notice when you turn the tv on, this makes a big difference in comparison with other tvs that aren’t full hd. Back connections are plenty, you can connect from component or composite, passing through coaxial, and even hdmi. There is an SD card reader on one of the sides to view digital pictures from your digital camera. The user guide is very precise, easy to understand and clear, and it comes in English and Spanish too. But please, connect this magnificent gem to a good home theatre system and, if you can, placed in a proper space, then you will get to yourself the nearest cinema experience you can have at home, you will feel like you were in the movies, I can guarantee. I highly recommend this tv, you can buy it with no doubt, it is definitely worth it and you won’t regret it.

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Sharp Aquos LC46D64U 46" 1080p LCD HDTV The Aquos D64U Series fits a large screen size into incredibly small footprints. The depth of the D64U series is reduced by 30% by changing the layout of the circuits inside the LCD panel. Advanced Super View/Black TFT Panel is utilized to provide 10,000:1 Dynamic-Contrast Ratio with Enhanced Picture Contrast Technology and 4ms response time. Place the TV practically anywhere in the room with a 176 degrees wide viewing angle. Enhanced Black Level provides the deepest, most accurate black of any flat panel TV. Aquos engine with ASV technology provides high performance video processing for the brightest, most vivid colors and images. 15 W + 15 W Audio System Tuning System ATSC / QAM / NTSC Tuning System 10,000 - 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio and 4ms response time produce spectacular picture quality 2000 - 1 Native Contrast Ratio 2000 - 1 Aspect Ratio 16 - 9 4-wavelength Backlight System AN-52AG4 Optional Wall Mount Brackets Input Ports - 3x HDMI (1 side, 2 rear), 2x HD Component (1 side, 1 rear), 1x 15-pin RGB PC, 1x S-Video, 3x Composite Video (1 side, 2 rear), 1x RS-232C 9-pin and 4x Audio (L/R) Inputs All inputs are compatible with 1080p sources Dimensions - 43-23/64 x 29-59/64 x 12-13/16 with Stand and Speakers / 43-23/64 x 27-31/64 x 3-3/4 without Stand Weight - 66.1 pounds with Stand and Speakers / 54.0 pounds without Stand
Customer Review: Great TV
Like some others who posted, I got this TV by taking advantage of the circuit city $1300 after thanksgiving sale (by price matching to Sears) making my cost $1200 + tax. I think it stacks up well against the comparable Sonys and Samsungs though I wouldn’t say its hands down better. At the price, it was a really easy decision.

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Samsung LNT4042H 40" LCD HDTV 40" widescreen HDTV (16:9 aspect ratio) * high-gloss black finish * built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required) * built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required) * 1366 x 768 pixels *
Customer Review: Amazing TV
I bought this back in May ‘07 when it was a few hundred more. Well worth the money. I’ve had absolutely no problems with this TV since I bought it. I researched for months before buying. Screen is incredible for a 720 p, which rivals some 1020s I’ve seen at the big box stores. You can save screen settings for movies or video games and this TV will remember the setting. HDTV reception is very good, depending on your geography and external antennae. Swivel stand comes in handy. Great for movies, video games, and all around TV watching. CONS: the remote is weak, but it isn’t terrible. Shiny black border can reflect light. Despite those minor quibbles, this is one of the best purchases I’ve ever made.
Customer Review: very pleased
Can’t believe I got this much tv for the price I paid. Very satisfied. Picture is fantastic..size was perfect for my space. A little disapointed with the sound quality but I added speakers and that was good enough. Amazon cust service reps were so helpful, made me feel very comfortable with my purchase…delivery was supper smooth. I recomended this unit to 2 friends. Supper Bowl sunday was a good day in New York…thanks Amazon.

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Toshiba 23HLV87 23" LCD HDTV with Built-In DVD Player Now you can play your entertainment library on one versatile machine. Since the 23HLV87 has both a DVD player and a 23-inch screen, you won’t have to worry about connecting different electronic components in order to watch your favorite program. This convenience is matched only by its smart, stylish design.

The Value of LCD TVs
Aside from their obvious aesthetic value, LCD TVs are much more practical in the home than CRT (tube-style) televisions. They take up a smaller footprint, and thus use up less floor space in the room. Also, LCD TVs are lighter and easier to move around when cleaning or redecorating.

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Sony Bravia KDL-26S3000 26" 720p LCD HDTV The S Series is the latest offering from the Sony BRAVIA line of high-performance and sleek styling LCD TVs. This 26" LCD panel features the latest in Sony’s unique S-PVA technology, which delivers vivid and accurate colors along with wide viewing angles and a blazing 8ms response time. Other features such as PC input allow the user to connect a PC for viewing content in a 16:9 high resolution environment. And with integrated HDTV capabilities, you can enjoy digital programming with enhanced audio and video reproduction. While the KDL-26S2000 is valued priced, it also offers an elegant flat panel design to place anywhere in your home. CineMotion technology using the reverse 3-2 pull down technology, the Cinemotion feature provides smoother picture movement when playing back movies or other video sources from film sources Favorite Channels with the WEGA GATE function, allows you to navigate a list of up to 16 favorite channels VESA compliant mounting holes Inputs and Outputs - HDMI Connection(s) - 1 Rear (with L/R RCA audio connections) / PC Input(s) - 1 Rear (with D-sub 15 and L/R stereo mini plug connection) / Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s) - 2 (2 rear) / S-Video Input(s) - 2 (1 side/1 rear) rear with Auto S-Video Input Detection / Composite Video Input(s) - 3 (1 side/2 rear) / RF Connection Input(s) - 1 Rear / Audio In - 5 (1 side/4 rear) / Audio Out (Variable/Fixed) - 1 Rear / Digital Audio Output(s) - 1 Rear / Headphone Output(s) - 1 Side Wide Screen Mode allows you to watch 4 - 3 normal broadcasts in 16 - 9 widescreen Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) ? 25 29/32 x 20 5/16 x 8 5/8 (658 x 516 x 219 mm) including pedestal; 25 29/32 x 18 1/2 x 3 23/32 (658 x 470 x 94 mm) including pedestal / Unit Weight 28.7 lbs. (13 kg) including pedestal; 25.25 lbs. (11 kg) without pedestal
Customer Review: Sony — Simply Superb!
This television is — as I have come to expect from Sony — absolutely excellent! I have a large Sony HD Wega XBR in the livingroom (a CRT), and I wanted to replace the bedroom TV with an HD LCD. This 26" Bravia is a perfect fit for the room and the performance is superb. I have satellite service, so the HD picture is so realistic that it was positively spooky at first. I couldn’t be happier.

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Philips 32PFL5332D 32″ LCD HDTV Turn up your viewing experience with Pixel Plus 3 HD. Experience the superior picture quality of this excellent integrated HDTV with the latest LCD technology and Pixel Plus packed into a stylish design. Share music and photos via the built-in USB.
Customer Review: This product is so poor, that I am actually leaving a review
I have owned the TV now for a total of 5 months, unfortunately, the last three months the TV has been in repair (which is covered by the warranty). The customer service is poor, which makes the problem only worse. My TV was working fine, until one day, the screen went blank. Once this happened, a series of backordered parts for repair, incompetency, etc. prevailed, and I still do not have a functioning TV. Perhaps, the most frustrating aspect of this entire ordeal is that I bought a Phillips TV b/c I was under the impression it was better quality and thus reliable. I was mistaken. Please know that I am writing this review while I am on hold with customer service, now for the 13th week. Avoid this product at all costs! If you don’t believe me, just look up this TV and model series in google, and see all of the frustration forums.
Customer Review: Best 32 ” LCD for the money. Period
Ended up buying at Best Buy.

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