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Tu_triky wrote:

Panasonic, as I'm sure you know, is still producing plasmas...in fact their VIERA line is still dominated by plasmas. I dunno since they don't specialize in LCDs and since you're looking for one I wouldn't want to go with them anyway...their LCD business doesn't seem to be a major focus for them.

Panasonic plasmas are decent, though. :mrgreen:

There are some long-standing stickies in AVS debunking some of the myths regarding plasmas, and also a very objective discussion about what one can expect from either plasma or LCD. It's just a matter of choice...

FarOutFreak wrote:

Panasonic plasmas are decent, though. :mrgreen:

Oh I wasn't knocking plasmas I was merely mentioning that the Panasonic product line is predominantly plasma flat panels.

There are some long-standing stickies in AVS debunking some of the myths regarding plasmas, and also a very objective discussion about what one can expect from either plasma or LCD. It's just a matter of choice...

AVS has more information than you'll ever need in a lifetime. :beaten:

Tu_triky wrote:AVS has more information than you'll ever need in a lifetime. :beaten:

Way more. :sweat: :beaten:

From Gadget Zone:

Sony unveils 240Hz LCD TV

By Damian Francis, 8/28/2008 5:22:16 PM

Sony has been at or close to the forefront of TV technology ever since the good old Trinitron. Today the company went even further by introducing the first ever 240Hz LCD TV and the worldfs thinnest TV.

Hold your breath until December (in the US), because thatfs when Sonyfs 240Hz LCD TVs will be available to the public. Currently LCD TVs are topping out at 120Hz for consumers, and thatfs already a significant improvement in speed over the standard 50-60Hz of normal (for want of a better term) LCD TVs. The new 240Hz technology promises to provide the smoothest, most lifelike, movement ever from an LCD TV and will be great for gamers using next-gen consoles especially. Wefre still a little concerned about 240Hz with movies though. As it is 120Hz makes TV and movies look a little fake.

The 240Hz technology will be available in the KDL-46W1 and KDL-40W1 that boasts full-HD, 3,000:1 contrast ratio, BRAVIA Engine 2 and 24p support.

This isnft the only big step forward from Sony though, they have also shown off the KDL-40ZX1 LCD TV that is just 9.9mm thick. Itfs not thin on features though. With BRAVIA Engine 2, 120Hz technology and 3,000:1 contrast ratio, imagine having one of these bad boys in your room!

bmwracer wrote:From Gadget Zone:

Sony unveils 240Hz LCD TV

By Damian Francis, 8/28/2008 5:22:16 PM

Sony has been at or close to the forefront of TV technology ever since the good old Trinitron. Today the company went even further by introducing the first ever 240Hz LCD TV and the worldfs thinnest TV.

Hold your breath until December (in the US), because thatfs when Sonyfs 240Hz LCD TVs will be available to the public. Currently LCD TVs are topping out at 120Hz for consumers, and thatfs already a significant improvement in speed over the standard 50-60Hz of normal (for want of a better term) LCD TVs. The new 240Hz technology promises to provide the smoothest, most lifelike, movement ever from an LCD TV and will be great for gamers using next-gen consoles especially. Wefre still a little concerned about 240Hz with movies though. As it is 120Hz makes TV and movies look a little fake.

The 240Hz technology will be available in the KDL-46W1 and KDL-40W1 that boasts full-HD, 3,000:1 contrast ratio, BRAVIA Engine 2 and 24p support.

This isnft the only big step forward from Sony though, they have also shown off the KDL-40ZX1 LCD TV that is just 9.9mm thick. Itfs not thin on features though. With BRAVIA Engine 2, 120Hz technology and 3,000:1 contrast ratio, imagine having one of these bad boys in your room!

It probably runs on plutonium like the DeLorien in Back to the Future. :beaten:

It'd like to see it...as long as I'm wearing a lead suit.

Tu_triky wrote:It probably runs on plutonium like the DeLorien in Back to the Future. :beaten:

Was it plutonium?

Oh wait yeah... The second generation car ran off of garbage, right?

It'd like to see it...as long as I'm wearing a lead suit.

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bmwracer wrote:
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LOL. That looks quite chic.

Tu_triky wrote:LOL. That looks quite chic.

Stylish AND functional. :victory:

bmwracer wrote:
Stylish AND functional. :victory:

Who needs an umbrella for acid rain when you got a yellow suit and a pair of boots. :beaten:

But I digress, forgive me...

I'd love to go to a Sony Style store to see that 240 Hz tv to see if one can actually notice a major difference in picture quality.

Tu_triky wrote:I'd love to go to a Sony Style store to see that 240 Hz tv to see if one can actually notice a major difference in picture quality.

A blind test would be the way to go... To eliminate any psychological factors. :)

bmwracer wrote:
A blind test would be the way to go... To eliminate any psychological factors. :)

Like those old Coke vs. Pepsi taste tests. Hehe.

bmwracer wrote:
A blind test would be the way to go... To eliminate any psychological factors. :)

Bit hard to tell the difference if you're blind ;)


I do know what you mean though :hehe:

Anime Dad wrote:Bit hard to tell the difference if you're blind ;)

I do know what you mean though :hehe:

Sure you do.... :rolleyes:


:beaten:

bmwracer wrote:
Was it plutonium?

Oh wait yeah... The second generation car ran off of garbage, right?

That's correct. I want to say it was a Mr. Fusion (ala Mr. Coffee). You just need the power to generate the 1.21 jigawatts.

dochira wrote:That's correct. I want to say it was a Mr. Fusion (ala Mr. Coffee). You just need the power to generate the 1.21 jigawatts.

LOL.

Being an engineering dweeb, it always irked me that they kept saying Jigawatts instead of Gigawatts... :shakehead:

For those out there with HDTVs, what brand/model do you have and what do you like and dislike about your TV?

Someone auctioned a 37" Panasonic Viera for less than $100. :shocked:

Seems unreal.


http://www.swoopo.com/auction/panasonic-viera-tc-37lz800-37-1080p-lcd-/98234.html?from=12&gclid=CPypp-mZ5pUCFQQCagodXFNKeg

Tu_triky wrote:Someone auctioned a 37" Panasonic Viera for less than $100. :shocked:

Seems unreal.


http://www.swoopo.com/auction/panasonic-viera-tc-37lz800-37-1080p-lcd-/98234.html?from=12&gclid=CPypp-mZ5pUCFQQCagodXFNKeg

It never mentions whether or not it works. :beaten:

bmwracer wrote:
It never mentions whether or not it works. :beaten:

I catch your drift. ;)

Memorex Busts Out Budget Blu-ray Player

The MVBD-2510 Blu-ray disc player from Memorex will be available for $269 in November.

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Sept. 18, 2008 \ by Arlen Schweiger

We wonft hold our breath that the price is a sign of things to come from other Blu-ray manufacturers, but those looking for a budget Blu-ray player will be happy to hear that Memorex has a $269 model coming out in November.

The companyfs MVBD-2510 looks like it has the basics for the Blu-ray fan who wants the high-def movies and isnft asking for a whole lotta jazz to go with\which, judging from what you told us when asked if you trade up for downloadable extras, is the majority.

With the MVBD-2510 touting BonusView 1.1, and not BD-Live 2.0, the only downside for Memorex is it canft play off of its old marketing slogan, with a Blu-ray spin of course, which could have asked gIs it BD-Live, or is it Memorex?h Theyfll have to wait for the next model I guess.

What the MVBD-2510 does give you is 1080p video in 24p and 60p frame rates, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio bitstream audio playback, and 7.1-channel HDMI or 5.1 analog output.

It comes in a pretty sharp chassis, too, with brushed metal accents and a white LED display. And of course that price tag is pretty sleek too.