HL-S5679W : Samsungs LED DLPs

This is what everybody is talking about. Samsungs LED powered DLPs. Instead of bulbs that only last 4-6 thousand hours, these HDTVs have light sources that will last almost 20,000 hours. Plus, they say that the LED backlighting can produce quicker startup times and more importantly, better color reproduction. As if the LEDs were enough to make you interested, the DLP is 1080p capable. It seems though that this new technology got crammed into their old DLP cabinets - like two or three generations old. But anyways, the HDTV can be found on froogle through a number of retailers and start around 2500. Perhaps most surprisingly, however, is the 56-incher can be found listed online for less than $4,000, even if it is still in “coming soon” status.

Samsung HDTVs on the Line

Samsung hits New York with its new HDTV for the summer slump. Their new HDTV comes in three model which is LN-S4696D for 46-inch, LN-S4096D for 40-inch and LN-S3296D for 32-inch. The 40 and 46-inch models are 1080p sets and it include USB and FireWire connections. Also introduced were their new 32-inch LN-S3251D, and 26-inch LN-S2652D and LN-S2651D LCDs, all with integrated ATSC, as well as their 67-inch HL-S6767W and 61-inch HL-S6165W 1080p DLP HDTVs.

Hitachi 42-inch and 55-inch 1080 Plasma Display

Hitachi has introduced the world’s first 1080 42-inch plasma display as well as a new 55-inch plasma HDTV. The new displays carry the UltraVision HDS69 Plasma HDTV brand and both feature 3 HDMI inputs and 3 composite inputs. The displays are powered by Hitachi’s PictureMaster HD III processor which features dynamic contrast, dynamic histogram processing, maximum 16 bit/281 trillion color capability, automatic 3:2 film processing, 4 HD aspect modes, 6 SD aspect modes, and split screen/picture in picture. The 42HDS69 has 1024 x 1080 resolution using Alternate Lighting of Surfaces (ALiS) panel technology that delivers more than 1.1 million pixels. The 55HDS69, with 1365 x 768 resolution and high-contrast black rib structure is designed for consumers that want big impact in a large screen plasma product. Additional highlights include an auto link input sensor, simulated surround sound, bass boost, optical digital audio output. The 42HDS69 and 55HDS69 will be priced at USD2,499 and USD4,299, respectively, and will be available later this month.

LG announced 5 HDTVs with Digital Video Recorder

LG announced 5 HDTVs with Digital Video Recorder

LG announced 5 new HDTVs with digital video recorder in Korea. The new TVs include the 37”, 42”, 47” LCD TVs and 50”, 60” Plasma TVs. Yes, all of them come with integrated digital video recorder and they feature dual tuner to record two shows at a time. Featuring 160 GB for the recording, I think should be enough. [via i4u]

Samsung Bordeaux

Here’s Samsung new released “Bordeaux” a HDTV feature of a 10000:1 contrast out. It comes with HDMI ports, one at the front and two the back. The Samsung Super PVA Panel is provided to achieve the 10000:1 contrast ration. The Samsung Bordeaux comes in the choices of 32” and 40” LCD display and they are currently available in Korea. [via New Launches]

Sony announced World’s Thinest LCD TV in Japan

Sony announced World,x thinnest LCD TV in Japan

Sony is proud to introduce its sexy world’s thinnest LCD TV, called it Sony KDL-40ZX1. It is a 40-inches LCD TV that measures only at 9.9mm thick and weighs 26 pounds. Featuring LED backlighting, 3,000:1 contrast ratio, 120Hz MotionFlow tech, x.v.Color, BRAVIA Engine 2 image processing and priced only at $4,474 after conversion from ¥. This slimmy will be released in Japan on November 10th, 2008.

Samsung lcd

Samsung lcd

Look! The frog is looking you, derr!! Samsung Touch of Color HDTV is designed with a hint of red naturally blended into the piano black frame. These high-end sets include InfoLink RSS, which displays user-customizable news, sports, weather, stocks and entertainment information onscreen, 120Hz technology, 1080p resolution, a 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 4 HDMI ports, built-in NTSC/ATSC/Clear QAM tuners, and more more more. You can choose from 19, 22, 32, 40, 46, and 52 inches, they are priced at $480-$2580. Available in Amazon.

Sanyo weather proof lcd tv

Sanyo weather proof lcd tv

Sanyo released a 42-inch weatherproof TV model 42LM4WPR-E at the CeBIT in Hanover, Germany. It is claimed to be the largest HD-ready waterproof TV in the world. Sanyo 42LM4WPR-E comes with a 1,366 x 768 resolution, a brightness level of 500 cd/m², and a contrast ratio of 800 to 1. Maybe you can put this at the pool side so you can watch TV while enjoying your body on water. No words on pricing and availability.

Luxio 205-inch TV

Luxio 205-inch TV

103″ is no longer the world’s largest TV as Luxio has introduced its 205″ LCD TV at CeBIT. It is a HD ready and comes with a 16:9 widescreen format. It measures 4.55m by 2.56m, you will need a big house to put this in. No words on pricing and availability but for sure that this will cost you a lot.

Toshiba giving away 320GB USB HDD

Toshiba giving away 320GB USB HDD

Toshiba Japan is giving away a 320GB hard drive for every purchase of the 42ZV500 and 37ZV500 REGZA HDTV’s. Both TVs support video recording to USB and LAN HDD’s. There are only 20,000 of these 320 GB hard drives will be given away, based on first serve basis. At lastly, I want to tell you all that this promotion is only available in Japan only, for now.