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Samsung 65-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LED HDTV – UN65C8000 TV Review

December 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment

For those in the market for a large 65 Inch television but are looking for an alternative to the power hungry plasma TVs that dominate this category, the Samsung UN65C8000 LED TV is a good choice.

You’ll find that this TV has better than average black levels and its packed to the brim full of features you actually want and your Blu-ray movies really shine on a screen like this.

We weren’t that fond of the remote for such a nice TV – it just didn’t seem all that user friendly so we’d recommend getting a third party remote.

While not the most budget friendly television, no 65 inch television is cheap.  At just shy of $5,000, you’re paying a premium for the LED technology in the television but the cost savings in power over the lifetime of the television will more than make up for what you’ll pay for a plasma television this size.

To order, just click the “more information” button below as we’re not actually allowed to show the price – sorry but they’ll take aware my ability to sell them if I publish the actual price without making your jump through a few hoops first.

Samsung UN65C8000 65-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LED 3D HDTV

Samsung UN65C8000 65-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LED 3D HDTV Rating:
List Price: $5,999.99
Sale Price: $3,699.99
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Product Description

Samsung LED HDTVs combine breakthrough picture quality and advanced connectivity options that will keep you entertained 24/7. This UN65C8000 LED HDTV also makes it easy to be green, and will save you some green, by being ENERGY STAR compliant.

Accessories

  • Wall Mount: Picture frame-style mount for simple installation. Mounting hardware included. Learn more about the Samsung WMN1000C Ultra Slim Wall Mount.

Details

  • Pin-Point Dimming
  • Ultra Clear Panel Technoloty
  • Skype on Samsung TV
  • 4 HDMI (ver 1.4), HDMI-CEC
  • ConnectShare Movie

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VIZIO 55-inch 1080p 480Hz 3D LED HDTV with Full Array TruLED, Smart Dimming and VIZIO Internet Apps XVT3D554SV Review

December 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment


While it’s not clear if 3D television is a fad or a long term trend, with the new Vizio XVT3D554SV, no matter what happens you’re covered.

The new 55” 3D TV from Vizio does a fantastic job with 3D movies and TV channels (though limited content is still available), but it doesn’t do so at the expense of 2D.  In fact, many reviews have said the 2D picture quality is the best they’ve seen.

With it’s full LED array, 480hz refresh rate,  and 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio, the end result is very deep blacks, and great colors and it comes with the kind of futures you’d expect to find from a $2,000 TV – built in dual band wireless N wifi and, a very bright screen (though movie mode will tone it down), and plenty of inputs in the back.

If you’re thinking about buying a 3D TV, then this is the one we’d recommend.

VIZIO XVT3D554SV 55-inch 1080p 480Hz 3D LED HDTV with Full Array TruLED, Smart Dimming and VIZIO Internet Apps

VIZIO XVT3D554SV 55-inch 1080p 480Hz 3D LED HDTV with Full Array TruLED, Smart Dimming and VIZIO Internet Apps Rating:
List Price: $1,549.99
Sale Price: $2,100.00
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Product Description

The VIZIO Full Array TruLED LCD 3D HDTV with VIZIO Internet Apps brings cutting-edge, high-definition 3D technology to your home in sleek VIZIO style. Immerse yourself in a mind-blowing 3D environment with VIZIO Full HD 3D and SRS TruSurround HD audio. Full Array TruLED backlighting with Smart Dimming (120 zones), a 10 million to 1 dynamic contrast ratio, and 480 Hz Smooth Motion processing ensures the best picture quality possible, intelligently delivering vivid color and deep blacks. Built-in dual-band 802.11n WiFi brings you more high-definition, on-demand content straight from the Internet to your home. With VIZIO Internet Apps, you can check the news, weather, and your friends’ Facebook and Twitter feeds. Update your own status using the included Bluetooth remote with full slide-out keypad!

Details

  • 54.64-inch diagonal TruLED LCD HDTV with 1080p resolution, full HD 3D, and VIZIO internet apps
  • Full HD 3D immerses you in the action with high-definition 3D by VIZIO (active-shutter glasses sold separately)
  • Full-array TruLED backlighting with Smart Dimming (120 zones) delivers realistic, vivid video with amazing contrast
  • Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity with Internet Apps for access to Netflix, VUDU HD movies, Pandora internet radio, and more
  • 480Hz SPS Smooth Motion technology delivers 480 scenes per second, for clarity of fast action scenes and blur-free images

Quick Guide to 3D TV

To get 3D performance from your XVT3D554SV, you’ll need a few additional accessories before you’re ready to start watching 3D media: 3D glasses, a 3D Blu-ray player, and 3D channels or 3D movies.

3D Glasses

The XVT3D554SV requires 3D glasses for each person watching and will run you about $100 each.  We recommend getting the Vizio VSG102 3D Glasses for best results.

VIZIO VSG102 Full HD 3D Rechargeable Glasses, Black (2 Pack) VIZIO VSG102 Full HD 3D Rechargeable Glasses, Black (2 Pack)
Average Rating:
48 total customer reviews...

3D Blu-ray Players

To view 3D movies in 3D, you’ll need a 3D compatible Blu-ray player.  If you have a PS3, you’re all set as it is fully capable of playing 3D movies.  Here are a few others:

PlayStation 3 - 320 GB System/PlayStation Move Bundle PlayStation 3 - 320 GB System/PlayStation Move Bundle
Average Rating:
288 total customer reviews...
VIZIO 3D Blu-ray player with Wireless Internet Apps, VBR333 VIZIO 3D Blu-ray player with Wireless Internet Apps, VBR333
Average Rating:
27 total customer reviews...
Sony BDP-S470 3D Blu-ray Disc Player Sony BDP-S470 3D Blu-ray Disc Player
Average Rating:
95 total customer reviews...
Samsung BD-C6900 1080p 3D Blu-ray Disc Player Samsung BD-C6900 1080p 3D Blu-ray Disc Player
Average Rating:
130 total customer reviews...
LG BX580 Network 3D Blu-ray Disc Player, Black LG BX580 Network 3D Blu-ray Disc Player, Black
Average Rating:
34 total customer reviews...

3D Movies

While DirecTV does offer a few 3D channels, the choices are limited.  We recommend getting some movies to really see what 3D has to offer (though there are only a handful of Blu-ray 3D movies at the moment as well) – here are a few good ones to see what your TV is capable of (expect a lot more Blu-ray 3D movies to become available in 2011):

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs [Blu-ray 3D] Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs [Blu-ray 3D]
Average Rating:
206 total customer reviews...
Alice In Wonderland (Four-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray / DVD / Digital Copy) Alice In Wonderland (Four-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray / DVD / Digital Copy)
Average Rating:
527 total customer reviews...
Legend of the Guardians-Owls of Ga'hoole (Two-Disc Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray Combo) Legend of the Guardians-Owls of Ga'hoole (Two-Disc Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray Combo)
Average Rating:
192 total customer reviews...
Clash of the Titans [Blu-ray 3D] Clash of the Titans [Blu-ray 3D]
Average Rating:
365 total customer reviews...
Resident Evil: Afterlife [Blu-ray 3D] Resident Evil: Afterlife [Blu-ray 3D]
Average Rating:
253 total customer reviews...
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VIZIO 3D Glasses – VSG102 Review – Rechargeable – Full HD, Black (2 Pack)

December 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment

If you’re looking to enjoy everything that 3D TVs have to offer, then you’ll need to make sure you get a pair of 3D glasses (one pair for each person viewing).

If you have or are thinking about getting one of Vizio’s new XVT 3D TVs (such as the XVT3D554SV or XVT3D424SV) then you’ll need to get a pair of these Vizio VSG102 3D Glasses as the glasses aren’t included with your TV purchase.

They’re rechargeable (a single charge lasts about 24hrs) and will fit whether or not you wear glasses.

While they only work with Vizio 3D TVs, they are cheaper than many other 3D glasses, and Vizio’s 3D TVs are also lower priced than offerings from top competitors like Panasonic and Samsung.

VIZIO VSG102 Full HD 3D Rechargeable Glasses, Black (2 Pack)

VIZIO VSG102 Full HD 3D Rechargeable Glasses, Black (2 Pack) Rating:
List Price: $124.99
Sale Price: $52.19
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Eligible For Free Shipping

Product Description

Bring home the excitement! VIZIO Full HD 3D Glasses deliver immersive home 3D experiences in a lightweight, comfortable design. Easy, one-button operation allows you to enjoy up to 24 hours of Full HD 3D TV. Includes USB cable for a quick recharge of up to two glasses at the same time.

Details

  • Active Shutter 3D Technology delivers 1080P Full HD 3D performance
  • Dual USB charging cable charges both glasses at once from any electrical outlet or USB port
  • Lightweight, comfortable design fits over prescription lenses
  • Up to 24 Hours of battery life; recharge in 3 hours via USB or included adapter
  • Two-pack includes two pairs of 3D glasses, charger, cable, cleaning cloth

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VIZIO 42-Inch 1080P 3D Edge Lit Razor LED with Smart Dimming LCD HDTV 480Hz SPS with VIZIO Internet Apps XVT3D424SV Review

December 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment

If you’re looking for the best priced 3D TV currently on the market, then look no further than the new 42 Inch Vizio XVT3D424SV.

While not quite as fully featured as higher priced 3D TVs, Vizio still added in a lot of goodies beyond just 3D.   It has built in dual band Wireless N Wifi and can stream from sources like Netflix without you needing to hook up any other peripherals like a Wii or Roku.

While we prefer full LED Arrays, the edge lit LED TV does the job well enough to have good blacks and excellent color representation.  The 480HZ SPS refresh rate is more than enough to avoid motion blur, and the 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio looks great.

While it doesn’t deliver the same exhilarating experience as it’s $2100 brethren, the $1300 42 inch model is a great way to get a 3D TV without breaking the bank on technology that may or may not pan out.

The cheapest 3D TV on the market and an excellent value if you’re looking for a 3DTV.

VIZIO XVT3D424SV 42-Inch Full HD 3D Edge Lit Razor LED with Smart Dimming LCD HDTV 480 Hz SPS with VIZIO Internet Apps

VIZIO XVT3D424SV 42-Inch Full HD 3D Edge Lit Razor LED with Smart Dimming LCD HDTV 480 Hz SPS with VIZIO Internet Apps Rating:
List Price: $999.99
Sale Price: $624.99
Availability: unspecified

Product Description

The VIZIO 42” Edge Lit Razor LED LCD 3D HDTV with VIZIO Internet Apps brings cutting-edge, high-definition 3D technology to your home in sleek VIZIO style. Immerse yourself in a mind-blowing 3D environment with VIZIO Full HD 3D and SRS TruSurround HD audio. Edge Lit Razor LED™ backlighting with Smart Dimming (16 zones), a 1 million to 1 dynamic contrast ratio, and 480 Hz SPS Smooth Motion processing ensures the best picture quality possible. Intelligently delivering vivid color and deep blacks. Built-in dual-band 802.11n WiFi brings you more high-definition, on-demand content straight from the Internet to your home. With VIZIO Internet Apps, you can check the news, weather, and your friends’ Facebook and Twitter feeds. Update your own status using the included Bluetooth remote with full slide-out keypad!

Details

  • Full HD 3D immerses you in the action with high-definition 3D by VIZIO
  • Edge lit Razor LED backlighting with Smart Dimming (16 zones)
  • VIZIO Internet Apps with built-in dual-band 802.11n WiFi
  • It has 480 Hz SPS
  • 1 million to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio

To get 3D performance from your XVT3D554SV, you’ll need a few additional accessories before you’re ready to start watching 3D media: 3D glasses, a 3D Blu-ray player, and 3D channels or 3D movies.

3D Glasses

The XVT3D424SV requires 3D glasses for each person watching and will run you about $100 each.  We recommend getting the Vizio VSG102 3D Glasses for best results.

VIZIO VSG102 Full HD 3D Rechargeable Glasses, Black (2 Pack) VIZIO VSG102 Full HD 3D Rechargeable Glasses, Black (2 Pack)
Average Rating:
48 total customer reviews...

3D Blu-ray Players

To view 3D movies in 3D, you’ll need a 3D compatible Blu-ray player.  If you have a PS3, you’re all set as it is fully capable of playing 3D movies.  Here are a few others:

PlayStation 3 - 320 GB System/PlayStation Move Bundle PlayStation 3 - 320 GB System/PlayStation Move Bundle
Average Rating:
288 total customer reviews...
VIZIO 3D Blu-ray player with Wireless Internet Apps, VBR333 VIZIO 3D Blu-ray player with Wireless Internet Apps, VBR333
Average Rating:
27 total customer reviews...
Sony BDP-S470 3D Blu-ray Disc Player Sony BDP-S470 3D Blu-ray Disc Player
Average Rating:
95 total customer reviews...
Samsung BD-C6900 1080p 3D Blu-ray Disc Player Samsung BD-C6900 1080p 3D Blu-ray Disc Player
Average Rating:
130 total customer reviews...
LG BX580 Network 3D Blu-ray Disc Player, Black LG BX580 Network 3D Blu-ray Disc Player, Black
Average Rating:
34 total customer reviews...

3D Movies

While DirecTV does offer a few 3D channels, the choices are limited (at the time of this writing, there are only four 3D channels on DirecTV).  We recommend getting some movies to really see what 3D has to offer (though there are only a handful of Blu-ray 3D movies at the moment as well) – here are a few good ones to see what your TV is capable of (expect a lot more Blu-ray 3D movies to become available in 2011):

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs [Blu-ray 3D] Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs [Blu-ray 3D]
Average Rating:
206 total customer reviews...
Alice In Wonderland (Four-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray / DVD / Digital Copy) Alice In Wonderland (Four-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray / DVD / Digital Copy)
Average Rating:
527 total customer reviews...
Legend of the Guardians-Owls of Ga'hoole (Two-Disc Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray Combo) Legend of the Guardians-Owls of Ga'hoole (Two-Disc Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray Combo)
Average Rating:
192 total customer reviews...
Clash of the Titans [Blu-ray 3D] Clash of the Titans [Blu-ray 3D]
Average Rating:
365 total customer reviews...
Resident Evil: Afterlife [Blu-ray 3D] Resident Evil: Afterlife [Blu-ray 3D]
Average Rating:
253 total customer reviews...
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