hometheater Since Pioneer left the plasma TV market, choosing the best plasma HDTV have without exception become a Samsung vs. Panasonic exercise. It is not that LG does not deliver. But when it comes to picture quality, LG has so far failed to match the other two. For 2012 this is no exception, with Panasonic and … Read more
Samsung HDTVs have always been in demand by serious users looking for style, features, and picture quality. Whether it is a plasma or an LED TV, if you are after the best features and performance, Samsung is always in the equation. The Samsung plasma HDTV lineup for 2012 is no exception, with mid- to top-tier … Read more
With its 2012 lineup, Panasonic wants to confirm that it is the TV maker capable of the best plasma TVs — with mid-tier to flagship models delivering superior blacks and exceptional picture quality with respect to any other brand. Even mid-tier sets such as the relatively inexpensive ST50 series HDTVs are capable of doing better … Read more
LG HDTVs have for the past recent years become synonymous with stylish designs, extensive ‘practical’ features, and an appealing price, making these among the most popular TV options for the mainstream market. 2012 LG HDTVs are no exception; rather, these are the LED TVs that are attracting among the best consumer ratings. Instead, professional reviews … Read more
Since the release of the superb XBR8 in 2008, Sony kept confirming year after year its ability to deliver the best LED TVs, making the Sony brand among the most in demand in the LED TV market. The exception was the year 2009 when Sony missed the LED TV bandwagon completely. Yet, Sony did more … Read more
Sharp is the TV maker that really differs from the rest in that Sharp is the one TV maker that continues to push massive LED backlit LCD TVs — offering mid-tier featured HDTVs in sizes up to even 90-inch! So far, such massive TV sizes were only available either through one of Mitsubishi’s latest DLP rear … Read more
The reason 3D television is dead is the lack of standards. The international standards organization responsible is the Society of Motion Picture And Television Engineers (SMPTE). As most in the industry know, the SMPTE standards process is horribly corrupt, dominated by a handful of companies including Dolby Labs and Warner Bros. The chief SMPTE engineer … Read more
Here’s the problem with the current 3D TVs: I have a 54in 2D plasma HDTV that has an amazing life-like picture (as many will agree, the viewing experience with a good-quality plasma is better than LCDs or even LEDs, none of which I’ve ever seen with as good or better true-to-life, high-contrast picture quality). So, … Read more
The only other news I’ve heard about 3D TV lately is that the Royal Wedding in England next spring may be broadcast in 3D, so in England, the TV retailers are hoping for a big boost in sales of 3D sets in the next few months leading up to the event. I have seen more … Read more
I have been following and studying various trends in technology advancements in the 3D field especially 3D LED TVs. From Indian consumer market perspective, there are three key brands that are fighting each other for a substantial space in 3D LED TV market…Sony, Samsung and LG… After reviewing their lines closely in person at showrooms … Read more
