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more about #plasma more comments β Meantux: To illustrate this effect we either need something filmed by a hd-high-speed camera or at least some high res snapshots of the difformed result, not w... more » TheClap: I um....cant tell the difference.... What is this soap opera effect? We have a Sony Bravia that has the 120Hz thing but I dont notice a soap opera eff... more » Norm the Alligator: My set does 120 Hz, but I keep it off. I don't like watching high budget movies that result in looking like they're made for TV. My BluRay player give... more » aniteshj: In the same way WHAT content is natively rendered at 120Hz, or 240Hz? I like my plasma because it doesn't pull the "soap opera effect" on everything ... more » Mike: Does this affect LCDs with LED backlighting? I'm thinking of buying the Samsung LED TV but the 240 Hz is so much more expensive than the 120 Hz. more » OMG! Ponies!: I swear, Rosa, you're really starting to piss me off with your writing. Why the hell would I want a lightsaber? That's what I hate about you right-w... more » Blake380: I know this is off topic, but why does it say 'Contact information for this author is not available.' after every post now? #plasmaknife more » bustedchain: Minor correction needed: penetrateand is begging for a space in there somewhere. Also, neat device. Hope they keep developing it. I'd like a plasm... more » Cash907Censored: Free shipping for the lower 48... and arm and a leg to ship it anywhere else. more » CustomFirmware: Wow, this article is full of sexual puns :() more » -
#lcds
Why You Don't Need To Spend Extra Money On a 240 Hz LCD TV
Yesterday I discussed how the problem of motion blur has been all but eliminated in most mid-to-high-end LCDs. However, as HDGuru points out, there are consequences to bumping refresh rates up to 120 Hz or 240 Hz. More » -
#lightsabers
Commandos To Use Plasma Knives For Field Surgery
Apparently plasma knives, surgical instruments which have glowing, ionized gas as a blade, have passed Special Operations Command's field testing and evaluation stages. Great! Now how much longer until this tech can be used to make real lightsabers? More » -
#dealzmodo
Dealzmodo: 58-inch Samsung Touch of Color Plasma for $1800
Newegg has a pretty fantastic deal on this 58-inch Samsung PN58A650 for $1800 AND free shipping. More » -
#space
New Videos Show Most Powerful Space Engine In Action
These beautifully stunning videos show the formidable power of the Ad Astra's VASIMR VX-200, the most powerful space engine in existence. Running at 1,800,000ΒΊF, it looks like Satan opened the peephole of the doors of hell. More » -
#3d
3D Hits Home: Snap Judgments on 3 Different Technologies
With the the big 3D push coming in 2010, I planted my eyes on three types of 3D technologies displayed at CEDIA (home theater expo) that you may have in your next TV...and passed some judgments without pulling any punches.
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#imagecache
Local Dimmed LCD vs Normal LCD
In the words of Jerry Seinfeld, "What's the deal with local dimming LCDs?" In the words of one Toshiba rep, "it finally allows us to compete with plasma." More » -
#hdtvs
Plasma HDTV Sales Soar, LCD Sales Steady, Sony Loses Ever More Market Share
HDGuru has some notes from the now-concluded second quarter HDTV sales, and they show some interesting movement: With dirt-cheap prices, high end plasmas (42"-50") surged almost 40%, though LCD sales merely held steady. The big loser? Sony. More » -
#hdtv
Even Vampires Think Plasma TVs Are Heavy
Even the vampires who've been around hundreds of years in True Blood are confused by HDTVs. It's LCDs that are thin and light, not plasmas. Of course, if you wanted to brain somebody, plasma would be a better choice. -
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#hdtv
Panasonic TC-P54V10 Reviewed: Worthy Successor to Pioneer Kuro
When the lauded Pioneer Kuro plasmas went off-air in May, many mourned the loss of what was arguably one of the world's best HDTVs. With the launch of the Panasonic TC-P54V10 plasma, however, a worthy successor has apparently emerged. More » -
#plasma
Tiny Plasma Blowtorch Doesn't Let Your Teeth Join the Dark Side
Described as a cross between a lightsaber and Listerine, scientists at the University of Southern California have invented a tiny, world's first, plasma blowtorch that is to be used for medical procedures—specifically in annihilating plaque. More » -
#hometheater
Samsung's 240Hz HDTV Is the Best LCD Around
HD Guru just scored the first review with the $3,200 46-inch Samsung UN46B8000. It's an LED-backlit LCD that measures just over an inch thick and refreshes images at 240Hz. HD Guru loved the display, calling it the best LCD ever. More » -
#plasma
Death of Plasma? Panasonic, LG and Samsung Defend the Technology
What do Panasonic, LG and Samsung think about the notion that plasma flat-panel TVs are on their way out? Gary at HD Guru went to the source to find out. More » -
#dealzmodo
Panasonic 103-Inch HDTV Reduced to a Mere $50,000
The $70,000 Panasonic 103-inch TH-103PF10UK Plasma has been slashed to a price we can all afford: $50,000. See? The recession is your friend. [Pana] More » -
#displays
Shinoda's Curvy 145" Display is 1mm Thick, Does 720p
Last time we saw one of Shinoda's ever-growing 1mm-thick flexible displays, its squat figure and sorry 960x360 resolution weren't exactly blowing minds. But this version—essentially two of the prior models, stacked—does HD. Yes. More » -
#hdtv
Panasonic's 50β TCP50G10 Plasma Reviewed (Verdict: Kills Most Of The HDTVs On The Market)
The guys at HD Guru got a chance to kick the tires on one of Panasonic's latest plasmas, the TCP50G10, and came away feeling that it was one of the best HDTVs on the market. -
#dealzmodoahoy
If You Want a Big HDTV, You Can Buy It Cheap Now
The LA Times says now's the time to buy an HDTV, since you can get one for ridiculously cheap. The HD Guru told us why, and what TVs you can score the craziest deals on. More » -
#hdtv
Prices Leaked For 2009 Samsung HDTVs
The folks at HDGuru have scored a price list for upcoming Samsung HDTVs. This includes details for 3-7 and the 6000-8000 series. Hit the following link for the full details. [HDGuru] -
#pioneer
Pioneer's Kuro Plasma, the World's Greatest TV, Dies in May
Pioneer will end the Kuro plasma's storied life in May with a final run of 2,500 50-inch models (RP-500A and KRP-500M) and 500 60-inchers. These are sure to be super-pricey nerd collector's items. [CrunchGear] -
#giantexpensivetvs
Bang & Olufsen's 4-103 BeoVision Plasma Is Huge and Self Calibrating
At over $135,000, Bang & Olufsen's BeoVision 103-inch plasma set costs nearly triple Panasonic's 103-inch baby or just as much as the 150-inch plasma champion of the world. Why? More » -
#panasonic
Sexiest Plasma (Still) Alive: Panasonic Z1 Priced at $6000
HDGuru just caught wind that the 1-inch-thick 54" Z1 plasma from Panasonic (TC-P54Z1) will cost a hefty $6000 when it arrives this June. -
#weekendflamewar
Flame War: Plasma or LCD?
Which flat panel technology is the best? LCD or plasma? Get mean, get personal, because you can't be banned for anything you say in this thread. And anecdotes are as valid as scientific study. -
#rumor
LG Might Be Ready To Give Up on Plasma TVs Altogether
According to Korean outlet 47News, an LG VP has indicated that the company, barring any drastic change in sales or costs, might just stop producing plasma TVs. UPDATE: More » -
#gianttvs
103-Inch Panasonic TV Morphs Into a Giant, Multitouch Table Hockey Game
Making use of a 103-inch Panasonic Plasma and a multitouch-capable overlay from U-Touch, British software developers UI Centric put together this awesome-looking table hockey demo that puts all other 103-inch, touch-based table games to shame. -
#pioneer
Pioneer Officially Quits Making TVs
The rumors were true: Pioneer is quitting the TV business, and will "withdraw completely" from displays by March 2010. So you've got a little bit of time to pick up a killer plasma. [NYT] -
#plasma
Vizio Drops Out of Plasma TVs
In what may well be related incidents, Vizio has joined Pioneer in backing out of the plasma business. -
#pioneer
Pioneer Exits TV Business, No More Sweet Plasmas
Our favorite plasma maker and TV tech innovator is exiting the TV business for good, says HD Guru.
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#hdtv
Sears: Plasma TVs Have to Be Recharged Every 5 Years, So Buy Our Pricey Warranty
Anthony successfully navigated the obstacle course of buying an HDTV—turning down bogus pricey add-ons. But then Sears called him at home, imploring him to buy a warranty because plasma TVs need to be recharged. WTF? More » -
#howto
How To Repair Your Plasma TV With a Baseball Bat (NSFW)
That rumor that Australian toilets flush the other way isn't true, so lets start a new one: In Australia, you can fix things by beating them. See you in my children, new trivia meme! More » -
#ces2009
Seen at CES: Panasonic's Wall of HDTVs is the Most Beautiful
There are plenty of HDTV walls at CES, but the most beautiful, by far, is Panasonic's staggered arrangement of TVs ranging from the monster 150-inch plasma to its offspring of lesser size. Gorgeous. -
#3d
Panasonic 3DHD: Decent 3D Video That's As Impractical As Any 3D Ever
After the press conference blitz of today, I snuck off to Panasonic's booth (still under construction) to check out their 3DHD technology—a 3D plasma screen that runs in true 1080p. More » -
#tvs
Panasonic TC-P54Z1 Viera Plasma: 54 Inches Across, 1 Inch Deep
Here's what we know: The latest Panasonic Viera is a 54-inch plasma with wireless connectivity that's just 1-inch deep. It features a set top box sends 1080P inputs to the television. More » -
#hdtvs
The Case For Small TVs
Common thought is to get a big TV. Hell, I want two. But instead, I put a 23-inch set in my livingroom for two months to see what it would be like.
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#reviews
Lightning Review: ZVOX 550 Speaker System and Flat Panel Stand
The gadget: The ZVOX 550, the only speaker system we've ever seen designed to hold a 50" flat panel TV while packing a 60W amp, 5.25" sub, and five 2" speakers in one frame. -
#qotd
LCD, Plasma or DLP: What Kind of HDTV Do You Own?
When it comes to buying an HDTV, you really have three choices: LCD, Plasma and DLP. Each version has pluses and minuses, so my question is: which one(s) did you choose? More » -
#cheaphdtvbattlemodo
Cheap HDTV Battlemodo: The Best Sets Under $900
With so much financial strife, it sounds insane to splurge on an HDTV now. Good thing there are 40" or bigger sets to be had for under $900. But which ones don't suck? -
#gizmodogallery
Good Bye 103-inch Panasonic, Good Bye
Oh boy, this is sad. I hate goodbyes. The Gizmodo Gallery is over, and they just came to pick up the Panasonic 103-inch. More » -
#hometheater
The Best HDTVs You Can Buy In Every Category
It's remarkably hard to buy a TV. Yearly updates skew identifiable model numbers, so even finding reviews on the product spam is tough. Luckily, HD Guru named names of their favorite TVs available now. -
#gizmodogallery
At Giz Gallery: We're Setting Up Right Now
Chris Mascari and I landed in NY this morning and we're starting to set up the gallery space. The 103 inch plasma just arrived. I am thankful it is on wheels. It plugs in, and we have power, thanks to Seth Herr who donated his time and skills towards creating a direct power line for our fund raiser's HDTV, the first of three readers who jumped to volunteer for the cause. As we set up, there's nothing that exciting going on, just a couple of nerds moving around boxes and furniture, but the Justin.TV stream is below.
