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REVIEWS / TVS & LARGE DISPLAY

FIRST LCD TV REVIEW: LG Scarlet 60 Vs Samsung Series 6
The TV forums are buzzing over who has the best new Scarlet red LCD TV LG or Samsung. On one hand Samsung has gone out of their way to facilitate a review of their new Series 6 TV while LG has chosen to deny us access on the basis that their noses were out of joint because we revealed that the so called Scarlet TV series being plugged by the Korean Company was nothing more than a big elaborate con to entice consumers into stores to view their new bright red LCD TV which they have named Scarlet.


Easy Baumann Meyer LCD TV
A number of LCD TVs in the market come with unnecessary bells and whistles that are hard for non-tech savvy users to utilise. Fortunately, companies like Baumann Meyer understand that and produce TVs with great picture quality but without any complicated setups. We sit down with the DT3220DBP to see how well this 32-incher runs.


Exclusive: First Review The World's Thinnest 24" LCD Monitor
When ones wife walks in and says “Gee that’s a nice monitor," you know that it has something going for it particularly as she is an interior designer and project manager who works on some really edgy projects and normally has no interest in the design of computers or monitors.


Affordable Sony Bravia LCD TV Delivers
We reviewed Sony’s 46-inch XBR series Bravia a few months back and found it to be quite a charmer. This time, we take a look at the cheaper X-Series 46-incher to find out whether its lower price tag has a direct effect on its performance. Could this be Sony's best kept secret?


First Review: Samsung 100Hz LCD TV
Samsung's latest 46-inch LCD TV boasts 1080p resolution and 100Hz technology for blur-free viewing. We turn on the F8 LCD to see how it measures up.


Samsung LCD TV Makes 1080p More Affordable
A full HD 1080p viewing experience can often come with a hefty price tag. But Samsung’s 46-inch N8 LCD TV is designed to provide that 1080p experience at a more affordable price. We see how it measures up.


The Worlds Best Telly Will Survive But Will The Company That Makes It?
Earlier this year Pioneer was well and truly on the skids. Profits and revenues were down and the company was struggling to make it in the plasma marketplace. This is despite the fact that the company has designed and built the best large plasma TV in the world by a long way.


New Sony LCD TV Shines, Even With HD DVD
If there is one word to describe the new Sony Bravia, it would be the word “better.” The new KDL-46XBR is one of those LCDs in the market that is well worth its asking price because of its new technology and picture quality. The TV shines with all formats - including HD DVDs.


First Look New Philips "Aurea" LCD TV
In an attempt to break into the Australian "premium" TV market, Philips the European electronics company has rolled out an all flashing all flickering $6,000 42” ambilight LCD TV called the Aurea that looks more like it is suited for a pole dancing club than a home.


An LG Plasma That's Not Such A Bargain
LG has just launched a new range of flat-panel TVs, but we take a look at one of the slightly older ones; a 50-inch plasma at a killer price tag - the price is right, but is it really a bargain?


Who Has The Best LCD TV: Sony, Toshiba Or Samsung?
EXCLUSIVE SHOOT OUT: A bitter battle is set to break out among TV vendors and it is not going to be a case of LCD TV Vs plasma but a battle about who has the best LCD TV technology. This week SmartHouse got a taste what is set to come in coming months when Toshiba threw down the gauntlet to both Sony and Samsung two of the biggest LCD TV players in the market.


Whopping Fujitsu 63-inch Plasma Impresses
Fujitsu is out to make our big-screen cinema dreams come true with its 63-inch plasma monitor.


Sony Bravia Has The X Factor
Sony’s X-Series Bravia screens represent the pinnacle of its flatscreen LCD aspirations. Does this 46-inch debut live up to the hype?


Samsung Plasma: Genuine Bargain
Samsung keeps the plasma faith with a new feature-packed and remarkably affordable 50 inch HD TV. The Smarthouse team finds out if it’s any good.


Flaunt It With Pioneer 1080p Plasma
The new Pioneer 1080p plasma is stunning, but over-priced.


HD Projectors: GROUP TEST
We put three projectors from Sony, Hitachi and Infocus to the test that deliver true high-definition thrills without breaking the bank.


HEAD TO HEAD: Four 42 Inch Plasmas
Four plasma screens from Philips, LG, Pioneer and Samsung - but not all are created equal. SmartHouse takes a merciless squint at these four wannabe PDP champions.


Philips Takes HD To The Next Level
Image enhancing system Pixel Plus 2 HD is back, only this time it’s cheaper in Philips’ latest 32 inch LCD flagship: the 32PF9830.


French Beauty: SIM2 40 Inch LCD
Sim2 is probably best known for its projectors. But since these projectors are renowned as some of the most stylish and best-performing around, we have high hopes for the brand’s first foray into the flat TV world, the HTL40 LINK.


Viewsonic Drives Down Big-screen Cost
Want a really big LCD with decent connectivity? ViewSonic’s HD Ready 40 incher (N4060W) demands your attention.


LG HD Plasma For The Everyman
LG’s latest 42 inch plasma screen (42PX4D) is HD ready, yet costs impressively little money.


Sony Does Rear Pro Justice
The new Grand Wegas from Sony boast new styling, taking cues from their own Bravia line. And unlike the CRT RPTVs of yore, they have a very slender profile.


We Pick The Best 32 Inch High Def LCD TV
Transform your TV experience with a stunning 32in LCD flatscreen that looks superb today and will stun with high-def TV’s imminent arrival.


High-Def heaven is only a 32in LCD television away
Transform your TV experience with a stunning 32in LCD flatscreen that looks superb today and will stun with high-def TV’s imminent arrival


Metz Milos 32S 32" Television Review
Korea and Japan may lead the world in LCD technology, but where does that leave the Europeans? We look at German company Metz's foray into flatscreen.


Mitsubishi Diamond Digital DV321 LCD Review
Seemingly every manufacturer and their dog is spruiking their own LCD television sets, and though Mitsubishi have been producing TVs for quite a while, this TV belongs not with the manufacturer, but its pets.


50" Of Pure Vizio Plasma
Vizio, a new name in display technology, has delivered a brand new 50" Plasma TV into the Australian market.


Lean, Mean Loewe Machine
Tailored TV design for the masses? That’s Loewe’s Individual LCD TV range. SmartHouse wants its one with spangles.


Budget Big-Screen LCD
Samsung has produced its cheapest 40 inch LCD TV yet. Will it answer the prayers of cash-strapped wannabe LCD owners? The SmartHouse Team finds out.


Epson EMP-TW600 LCD Projector
Epson hopes to join the budget LCD projection renaissance with its latest home cinema model


Pioneer’s Perfect Plasma
Pioneer’s PDP436HD is one of the finest 42/43 inch plasma TVs around. It recently sent the SmartHouse team into a positive frenzy.


COMMENT: Toshiba TVs Expensive
If you're looking for a new Toshiba TV, Plasma screen or DVD recorder the chances are that the models you see in store are priced higher than the likes of Samsung, Acer, BenQ or LG.


The Best Big-Screen LCD TV Yet
It's traditional for us to get to the end of a review before we tell you what we think of a product, but in this particular instance, we can’t wait.


TV Goes Full Circle
Giant 360 degree LED displays have been unveiled by Media Planet throughout ten of Australia’s largest shopping centres.


Sanyo Gets Serious
In a multi-pronged assault on the consumer electronics market, Sanyo has launched into key digital product areas including LCD monitors and projectors, and MP3 players. It will retail only in Coles Myer- and Woolworths-brand stores.


TV goes PC with Fujitsu LCD/PC
When is a TV not a TV? When it’s also a media centre PC.


Pioneer Back In Pureblack
Pioneer’s sixth generation plasma TVs introduce the PUREBLACK crystal layer and a new level of contrast.


Sony's Whole In One
For your ultimate viewing pleasure, Sony’s 19" multi-functional LCD monitor offers it all in one box... ideal for work, rest and play.


Panasonic's Plasma Stunner
Panasonic’s Viera range has set a new flatscreen standard. With silky curves and a great backend this screen will impress the most ardent of critics.


Bathroom Mirror TV
Now you can preen yourself live on a bathroom TV mirror thanks to Philips and new reflective screen technology.


Reviewed and Rated
Review of the Denon DVD-A1XV, Roku Soundbridge M1000, AudioPro image, Creative Inspire T7900, Audio Vector Mi1 signature, NEC 42XR3, Sanyo PLV-Z3, Yamaha YSP-1.


Sights & Sound
You may already know what kind of video display will best fit your needs and your home theatre space. You may know some of the things to look for in a surround-sound audio system. But what about all those home theatre components that are going to be in a closet, rack or cabinet?


Is it time to buy a flat TV?
Now that you can choose from a range of 30in and 32in slim TVs, is it time to change your telly?


Affordable Surroundings
Looking to get into home cinema but don’t know where to start? You can’t go past this solid foundation BG: under $5000.


Passion for Plasma: 6 Displays Reviewed
We review six of the best Plasma screens available ...


Projector round-up
If you want the thrill of the big screen at home you need a projector. We put eight to the test.



 



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