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CEATEC: Hitachi 15mm 37-inch LCD TV on show

Hitachi has been showing of one of their 37-inch LCD TV’s at CEATEC. What makes this TV so special is that it is only 15mm thick. Hitachi hopes to launch the new TV some time in 2009. The TV will come with Full HD 1080p and a 1,920 × 1,080 resolution.

Hitachi has been working round the clock to try and get this TV to how thin it is today. This has been achieved by reducing the thickness of all its components, this includes the backlight.

The new thin LCD will have 150% more color reproduction range than a standard HDTV. Hitachi has been very secretive on how they achieved, do doubt we will find out in time. Looks like Hitachi are taking the fought to LG, Samsung and Panasonic.

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Sony and Samsung first with 200Hz LCD TV

Sony and Samsung introduced the world’s first 200Hz LCD TV at IFA 2008. Sony was there with the Sony Bravia Z4500, the LCD TV has 200Hz MotionFlow so should produce smooth picture reproduction.

That was not the only 200Hz TV on show, Samsung also has one there. Sony is the only one from the two to offer a production version, as yet Samsung are yet to give us a production model.

What I find hard to understand is the fact that Sony and Samsung had already introduced 240Hz LCD TVs in Japan. Seems that they are taking a step backwards, but hey the rest of the world will be happy with a 200Hz LCD TV.

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Telefónica and Philips 1080p 52-inch 3D TV: No Glasses

Now this is very exciting in my eyes because I love technology, before I get into the news can you say for a fact you like wearing those awkward glasses on your head to watch TV in 3D? Yes that was my answer also “NO”.

Well the good news is that Telefónica will start testing a brand new television; they will test the 3D IPTV service in São Paulo, Brazil sometime later on this year.

The new TV will be viewing the 3D on a 52-inch Philips 3D HDTV in 1080p, the TV will include auto-stereoscopic which basically means that you can watch in 3D without the need for the clumsy 3D glasses.

There are what could be major downsides, one is that only Philips TV can currently display the awesome 3D and the cost is (Are you sitting down) a whopping 18,000 Euros which is around about $26,000 US.

Philips expects that the 3D TV will be good for corporate settings and that is will be around in say 3 to 4 years.

Source – IPTV News via Engadget

Sony XEL-1 OLED 11-inch TV not coming to Europe until 2009

If you was wondering when the new Sony XEL-1 OLED 11-inch TV was coming to Europe we say sit back and get ready to be annoyed. This TV is not coming to Europe until 2009.

Reports new in this morning from Japan’s Nihon Keizai Shimbun says that Sony has plans on selling the XEL-1 OLED 11-inch TV in Europe 2009 which in our eyes is a little too late would you not think.

A Sony representative did however say that it would not be a surprise if this Television made it to the UK before 2009.

So far this TV from Sony has been on sale in Japan since December 2007, so why the hell have we had to wait so long for it? It has also been seen is the U.S. Come on Sony pull your fingers out and get the ball rolling.

The Sony XEL-1 OLED is going to be an expensive TV at an estimated guess of about $2,500, come on that much money for an 11-inch TV are you kidding, we may be wrong about the price so we will have to wait and see.

One thing is for sure, I will not be buying one.

For more in-depth details click one of the following: Europe 2009 or UK 2009.

Source - AVING

Matsushita 40-inch OEL TV coming by 2011

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co has said that they hope to be selling a 40-inch OEL (organic electroluminescent) televisions by 2011

OEL technology is thought to be the most promising technology for the next-gen TV’s as it offers a higher quality than plasma or LCD screens.

Matsushita are investing a few dozen billion yen, the electronics giant plan the build a prototype production line for 20-inch OEL panels and larger, they hope to start operation in the spring.

The company also plans to double the amount of staff who is involved in the development of the larger OEL TV, to around 200.

The OEL panel production line will be set up at their LCD panel plant, which Matsushita are opening in 2010 in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture.

Matsushita is thought to be investing around 100 billion yen ($930.4 million), for their OEL panel mass production facility.

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BRAVIA Internet LCD TVs get Hancock movie exclusively before DVD

When we go looking for a nice new television we buy for many different reasons and every brand has its advantages. Now if you bought a nice BRAVIA Internet connected LCD TV you may have bought it for the brand, features Internet abilities but whatever reason you will still get the chance to watch the Hancock movie exclusively before DVD.

This will be “exclusively to all internet connected BRAVIA LCD TVs in the U.S” and is just part of a much bigger plan by Sony to increase sales of their products. Remembering back ten years ago, when I bought my first home audio system it was Sony branded and the reason I did that was because everyone new Sony meant quality.

Today things are very different in the electronics business, you have many other brands that can equal the quality of Sony products and sometimes beat them. Sony now aim to take some of the market share back from brands like Samsung by using it’s muscle from other businesses it owns.

That’s why they also spoke about a video download service for the Sony PS3 today, (see this post). In Sony’s own words “increase network and wireless connectivity across its family of devices and build a service platform to provide a seamless user experience across our key hardware devices and content”. They will get all their products working together, and aim for the consumer to want as many Sony products as possible.

Do you own an Internet connected BRAVIA LCD TV and if so, would you like to download Hancock before its on DVD?

Sony S4000 series flagship TV: will it beat of LG

Sony has announced the launch of a new line of TV’s, the S4000 series will become their flagship model with four sizes in the range. The model sizes are 26-, 32-, 37- and 40-inch screens, the 40 inch model is a 1080p Full HD TV and comes with the Read more

HP LT3700 37 Inch Professional LCD HDTV only $649.50 using 50% off coupon code

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Toshiba launch 4 New High-End HDTV’s: ZH500 and ZV500 series

Toshiba have launched 4 new high end HDTV’s. These are the ZH and ZV series. The ZV allows you to add a HDD via a USB input and the HH has a built in 300GB Hard Drive, as well as a USB input, if you run out of storage space.

Both the ZH and ZV TV’s have a 120Hz LCD Panel as well as the REGZA video image processor. In the ZH500 series you get the choice of a 46 and 52 Inch, and with the ZV500 you get the choice of a 42 or 37 Inch.

Source – Akihabara News

Mitsubishi’s LaserTV: LaserVue

Mitsubishi Digital Electronics have today announced the name of their LaserTV it is called the LaserVue. This TV is the first-ever laser-powered television and it promises to deliver great colour. The LaserVue is due to be shipped to authorized retailers in the Q3 but there is no word on pricing just yet.

They are also launching The DLP HDTVs that are due for release in May will cost around $1,799 to $4,699 and for the ultra thin frame LCD HDTVs that are also due in May will cost around $2,499 to $4,499

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Humax LCD TV: Modern screen technology, retro looks

When you look at the latest LCD and Plasma TV’s I have to say that they have lost something. Ok it is nice to have a flat screen TV hanging on your wall; however they do not have presence.

The TV’s are so skinny that you can walk past them and think nothing of it, however Humax have tried to change that with this cool looking TV. The television combines up to date screen technology with 1950’s styling. Hummax have only developed the TV as a conceptual prototype, however I do hope that they do decide to produce it, a perfect present for my gran.

Source – TechnaBob

Sharp launch the AQUOS D44E Series: three new LCD TVs

Sharp have announced the launch of the AQUOS D44E Series, in this range of LCD TV’s there are three screen sizes. There is the 26-inch, 32-inch and 37-inch. Sharp claim, that the new AQUOS D44E Series will give you the ultimate cinema experience in your own home.

The three models are the LC-26D44E, LC-32D44E and LC-37D44E; all three have a contrast ratio of 10,000:1 and a pixel resolution of 1366 x 768. Sharp claim, that with the luminance of 470-500 candelas per square meter you will get brilliant color results.

All three TV’s use optical image control; this means that the screen will adapt the screen brightness depending on the ambient lighting.

The LC-26D44 EBK will cost £499, the LC-32D44 EBK will cost £599 and the LC-37D44 EBK still has to have the price confirmed. All three models will be released some time in March.

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NU Wireless Water Resistant TV

This TV is great for use in the bathroom or by the pool or anywhere this NU Wireless TV is exposed to high humidity.

This TV can get splashed with water or even rained on.

The slim design is perfect for space-restricted places like the kitchen and workshops.

So you don’t need to worry if it rain’s suddenly because the NU Wireless TV is fully protected.

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The HANNSMilano Handbag TV From HANNSpree

Now, there have been some crazy TV’s out there but this one is certainly different. This handbag-inspired TV by HANNSpree apparently represents the resilience of a modern woman!

The HANNSMilano boasts a 9.6-inch screen LCD TV and comes has a genuine leather exterior with intricate detailing and a carry strap to add to the authenticity! This Handbag TV will set you back around £130.

Personally, I think this TV is really ugly, but what do you think?

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Would you pay $76,999 for the Samsung 82-inch SyncMaster 820DXn with built-in computer?

There are many displays out the on the market but nothing quite like the Samsung SyncMaster 820DXn. Now I would love to be sitting in my living room focusing my eyes at this one because not only does it look good the specs are shouting out Read more

The 52-Inch MultiSync LCD Display From NEC

NEC have launched their latest 52-inch television, the MultiSync LCD5220. It is the industry’s first professional-grade panel display and offers a high-def, wide-screen viewing experience. Read more

Samsung’s 3D-Ready Plasma TV

Samsung have launched its 3D Ready PDP TV ‘PAVV Cannes 450’ in the Korea market, which features 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio and 3D content support.

Users will be able to enjoy 3D games or movies with the Cannes 450, when they first connect the TV to high performance PC supporting 3D software and then wear 3D glasses. Read more

Pioneer will no longer produce 42-Inch Plasma TVs

Following on from the news the other day from Cheap TV that Pioneer are to start producing LCD TVs, it now seems as if the consumer electronics giant have decided to Read more

Panasonic Re-introduces a better 103-inch 1080p Plasma

The Big-Plasma-Biz must be good for Sony Panasonic because they have reintroduced the same 103-inch with a few new upgrades.

The newer 10 series TH-103PF10UK came out of drawing board with better wall mount Read more

Carbon Fibre TV from Toshiba

This concept design is from Toshiba and it is a carbon fibre TV. They have been created in small numbers as a request came from a Turkish dealer. Read more