Looking for customer reviews for Viore LC26VF59 26-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV?

Q. Where can I find reviews and opinions online for Viore LC26VF59 26-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

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Sharp's LC-26SB24U provides convenient 26" screen size class HDTV solutions with a distinctive design. The LC26SB24U features a high-performance LCD panel for high brightness, a high contrast ratio, low-reflection glare protection and wide viewing angles. Features: True 16:9 Aspect Ratio (1366 x 768) LCD Panel displays 16:9 widescreen programs in their native aspect ratio without the need for scaling or other video processing. Built-in ATSC / QAM / NTSC Tuners for DTV and analog TV viewing. High Brightness (500 cd/m2) Sharp LCD TVs are very bright, so you can put them virtually anywhere - even near windows, doors or other light sources - and the picture is still vivid. HDMI� Input for convenient connection to digital devices. 160°H x 150°V Viewing Angles are so wide you can view Sharp LCD TVs from virtually anywhere in the room! 800:1 Contrast Ratio provides incredible images whether you're watching dark or bright scenes. 8ms Response Time ensures you will enjoy all fast motion video with minimal blur. PC Input easily turns your TV into a PC monitor.

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Sharp's LC-26SB24U provides a convenient 26" Class (26" Diagonal) HDTV solution with a distinctive design. The LC-26SB24U features a high-performance LCD panel for high-brightness, a high contrast ratio, low-reflection glare protection and wide viewing angles.

And for comparison:
Buy.com is currently asking $464.72 with free shipping.
Provantage has it for $445.57
B&H Photo offers it for $404.95 with free shipping.
And TheNerds.net comes in at the high end with $595.99.

Seems like it would make a nice addtion for a smaller room.

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Quick Question. I want to buy a LCD TV, and I need some help.?

Q. I currently have Armstrong Digital Cable which has the on screen guide, video on demand, more than the standard 70 or 72 channels. I want to buy a LCD tv for christmas and want a good clear picture. My cable provider has HD service but it's an extra 10-15bucks a month which gives HD programming. I'm not interested in HD programming I just don't want a crappy picture. If I keep the digital cable with a new LCD tv, will the picture be clear?

A. No, it won't be clear!

Standard definition cable doesn't look good on a HDTV! It doesn't matter if it's digital or not. HD channels look amazing on HDTVs though!

Your only other option is to get satelite cable. You will get many more HD channels for less money...however, you will get locked into 1-year or 2-year contracts!

I choose to go with my local cable company because i didn't want to get locked into a contract.

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LCD OR PLASMA SCREEN?

Q. Ok so I have no clue about tvs so i was wondering what was better. I am thinking about getting an 27" or 26" or an 32" please help me make my decision if you wanna give me tv ideas i would like it to be a little less then 400 dollars Thanks

A. At this size your only choice is the LCD tv. Go to Best Buy and get a Panasonic 32" LCD for $399. This is the Best 32" I have found after reading the customers review of all brands like Samsung, Sony and Toshiba. I actually purchased the 37", instead of the 32" due to Best Buy had sold out of the advertised unit. But I was at Best Buy on Wednesday and noticed that they had them on sale again for the price I mentioned. Hope this will help you out.

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I want to buy a Sharp 32" Aquos LCD TV. Which of these models is the correct one?

Q. I want to buy a Sharp 32" Aquos LCD TV. Which of these models is the correct one?

http://www.sharpusa.com/products/TypeLanding/0,1056,s67-1-32,00.html

A. Sharp Aquos LC-32D5U

Reviews say the 32-inch Sharp Aquos is a better choice for movies, since black levels are darker, and there are more color adjustments. Because the Sharp includes both analog and digital tuners, you can watch over-the-air HDTV (with an optional antenna). With 1366 x 768 pixels, the Sharp has lower resolution than larger LCD TVs, but it still has better resolution than most plasma TVs.

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smaller LED or larger LCD HDTV?

Q. Im in the market for a new tv and am looking to spend around $400. I've been shopping around and have narrowed it down to two choices; a 32" LED vs. 37" LCD hdtv. they're the same brand and have similar features. my question is if the smaller LED has a much better picture and is worth sacrificing size

A. I am doing the SAME thing! My goal is to get it under 400, even if its 399 (but I'm also looking for a DVD player too). Where on earth did you find a 37" for 400? Of course LEDs are newer and so thin, and better, but I really am going for size. I would get the bigger LCD simply because a few more inches thick isn't worth 100 more dollars to me. The picture really isn't that different if you know how to play with the contrast and so on. I sure wish you told what brand this was. I've been looking at Phillips and Samsung and the best price I can find is 330 at Target for a 32" LCD Samsung. Good luck, I hope we both find the right TV!

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why is there a small white dot on my LCD HDTV screen?

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A. LCD screen have a large number of pixels. In 720p sets, the pixel count can be from about 700k to about 1 million. In full 1080p sets, the pixel count is over 2 million. When the panels are made, there are a certain number that will ship with bad pixels or panels that will have pixels go bad early in the life of the panel. It's just part of the biz.


What you have isn't really a dead pixel, it sounds like you have a pixel stuck in the on position. You can't fix it, not worth having anyone else fix it. You have some options if you are under warranty.

Some makers don't count one bad pixel as being enough to let you get a new set. Some stores might have a different/better policy if you are still under the 30 days since purchase.

Investigate those options. You might be stuck with this panel.

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What is a good 55 in HDTV?

Q. Price is not the highest priority (quality goes first) but obviously, spending less would be better

A. I would suggest Samsung LN55B650 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV,100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 4ms response time
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001WHICF0?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001WHICF0

or another good choice Sony BRAVIA V-Series KDL55V5100 55-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD TV
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002G9TVSU?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002G9TVSU

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Cheap place to buy Westinghouse PT-16H610S 15 6-Inch Portable Dual-Hinged LCD HDTV?

Q. Where can I find a great deal online for Westinghouse PT-16H610S 15 6-Inch Portable Dual-Hinged LCD HDTV

A. Westinghouse PT-16H610S 15.6-Inch Portable Dual-Hinged LCD HDTV

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Technical Details

* Under Cabinet TV with LCD Technology for Crisp Images and Thin Design
* Displays Resolutions up to 720p
* Includes Space-Saving Under-Cabinet TV
* High Definition with Built-In HDTV/ATSC Tuner
* NTSC/ATSC Built-In
* Parental Control
* Inputs: HDMI, RCA
* Outputs: Audio Out, Headphone
* On-Screen HD Display
* 16:9 Widescreen Aspect Ratio
* 1366x768 Resolution
* Contrast Ratio: 500:1
* 8ms Response Time
* 2 Speakers Front Panel Speakers
* Operational Features: ATSC/QAM Tuners for HDTV Broadcasts
* Operational Modes: 250 CD/M2 Brightness
* Compatible with 108i/720p/480i/480p Resolution Specs/Video Modes Formats
* TV Mount Features: Built-In Stand, Tilts 180°
* Accessories Included: Universal Remote Control
* 1 Year Warranty on Parts and Labor
* 15 x 11.3 x 3.2
* Features 7.7 lbs.

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Do hertz matter on a smaller hdtv?

Q. I plan on buying an HDTV (1080p 60hz) that's 22 inches from Amazon for about 200 bucks. I know that hertz matter for fast paced movement on television, but can you really notice the lack of hertz on a smaller tv (22 inches)? Thanks peeps.

A. - Top brands: Panasonic (Plasma) and Samsung (LED). (Plasma > LED > LCD). (LCD is going to be discontinued. A LCD tv uses cold cathode fluorescent lamps/CCFL backlights. A LED tv is a LCD tv, but with white or red, green, blue LEDs on the edge of the screen or a full array on the back of the screen).
= Plasma has best picture and audio quality (best response times, best viewing angle, best color quality, less/no motion blur for crisp/clear images because how it's refresh rate works). Newer Plasmas have improved their burn issues by using pixel shifting/scrolling. LCD/LED is best for bright rooms and have most light coming off the screen (Plasmas are not great for bright rooms because of screen glare and faded whites, but do great for dim or dark rooms). Newer Plasmas use less energy consumption and they are cheap to buy. LED are more popular because the manufacturers want to sell you their LED expensive tvs rather than their cheap Plasmas.

- I recommend 1920x1080p for movies, computer monitor/display, some tv shows, and some game console games and I recommend 1280x720p for some tv shows and some game console games. I recommend 40+ inches for movies and/or tv shows and 20-30 inches for computer monitor and 30-40+ inches for game console games.
- FPS (frames per second): Every video consists of a number of frames per second, think of a video as a fast moving flip book. NTSC countries use 60i or 30i FPS (newer stations use 30p or 60p FPS) for tv shows. PAL/SECAM countries use 50i or 25i FPS (newer stations use 25p or 50p FPS) for tv shows. Movies use 24p/25p/30p FPS (first movie to use 48p was LOTR: The Hobbit). Games use anywhere to 2 to 120 FPS (older games use lower FPS while newer games use higher FPS, usually they are up to 60 FPS today).
- TV refresh rate (measured in hz): Example, A tv with a refresh rate of 120 hz means it refreshes/flashes the entire screen 120 times a second.

- How do LED or LCD tv refresh rates work with the FPS of a video? (I recommend real/true 240hz refresh rate, some tv advertising may fool you by listing the fake interpolation or fake backlight scanning/dimming refresh rates).
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motion_interpolation (Names of the new technologies for newer tv's at the link): Motion Interpolation or Motion Compensated Frame Interpolation (MCFI), is a form of video processing in which new fake frames are generated between existing ones to up the FPS of a video to reduce motion blur and/or for judder removal/judder adjustment. MCFI video processing may cause gamer input lag and/or artifacts such as the soap opera effect (may ruin the look of a video).
- Many tv's allow viewers to turn motion interpolation (MCFI) off. The tv repeats the frames a certain number of times to match the tv's refresh rate. Example; To display 24 frames per second on a tv with a 120 hz refresh rate, each frame is repeated 5 times every 24th of a second.
- But what happens if the FPS of a video does not match the refresh rate of the tv? Then you get a pulldown, a pulldown is what causes a jittery screen (aka judder) because the tv repeats the odd frames a different amount of times the tv repeats the even frames. Example; A 3:2 pulldown is post popular because it is needed to match a 24 fps video with a 60hz refresh rate tv, odd frames are repeated 3 times (12x3=36) and even frames are repated 2 times (12x2=24) and 36+24=60 FPS for a 60hz refresh rate tv.

How does Plasma tv refresh rates work with the FPS of a video?
- It will take each pixel in a frame and and repeat it a number of times based on the number of sub-field drives (SFD) the tv has with it's refresh rate. Example 1; (NTSC countries) 600hz sub-field drive/motion tv means 60hz FPS x 10 sub-fields per frame = 600hz refresh rate. Example 2; (PAL/SECAM countries) 600hz sub-field drive/motion tv means 50hz FPS x 12 sub-fields per frame = 600hz refresh rate.
- What is focused-field drive (FFD) on Neo-Plasmas? (Light switching speed = better colors and less motion blur) 2500hz focused field drive means sub-fields are virtually packed into 1/2500th of a second as a sharp impluse, creating crisp motion images even in very very fast movining images (FFD is defined as a inverse of light emission period t. 1/t = 1/0.4ms = 2,500 FFD). Regular sub-feild drives like 50 FPS x 12 sub-fields = 600 hz, light emission spreads as wide as 1 field time (1/60th sec) maximum which results in blurry images for very very fast moving images.
- Refresh rates on Plasmas work similar to LED/LCD tv's. These settings are usually automatic, but you can change them in the advanced picture settings, Example 1; 2D 24p FPS mode and choose refresh rates of 48hz/96hz or 30hz/60hz with pulldown (might use interpolation frames for pulldowns), Example 2; 3D mode and choose refresh rates of 96hz for 24 FPS or 100hz for 50 FPS or 120hz for 60 or 24 fps.ect Of course it has gamer mode or many other adjustments.

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Which HDTV is better for gaming, Plasma or LED LCD? (Best Picture)?

Q. Samsung 55" 8 series LED LCD TV is by far the best picture I have witnessed myself. However, I keep reading reviews that plasmas offer better pictures for movies. Can someone that has actually personally seen these TV's tell me which one has the better overall picture quality?

A. It's all about numbers!

LED LCD's and Plasma's have the highest contrast ratios resulting in the blackest blacks, whitest whites and the most vivid and rich looking colors! But that's were their similarities end!

Plasma's also have the fastest pixel response times(.001ms) as well as the fastest refresh rates(600hz), making them perfect for fast motion content like sports, movies and gaming! LED LCD's are still limited by LCD's inherent technology flaw...slower response times(2ms) and refresh rates(240hz)! This doesn't mean they're terrible at fast motion content, it just means Plasma's are better at reproducing it then LED LCD's! Plasma's have smoother picture motion!

Another difference between the two is energy consumption. LED LCD's use about 40% less energy then Standard LCD's and Plasma's! Which is good if you're into the whole eco-friendly thing! Keep in mind however, LED LCD's are also the most expensive HDTV on the market right now! So you have to ask yourself, Is it worth saving $25/year for a TV that costs $3,000 more? You'd need to have the TV for 10 years for it to pay for itself!

When it comes to gaming...dollar for dollar...Plasma is best! It's facts, not opinion here!!! See this: http://www.plasma-lcd-facts.co.uk/

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Looking for customer reviews for Panasonic VIERA C12 Series TC-L32C12 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV?

Q. Where can I find reviews and opinions online for Panasonic VIERA C12 Series TC-L32C12 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

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This TV was just recently released as of the time of this review, and it's one of the best TVs under $500 you can find on the market. I did a LOT of research looking for what I wanted in a TV. I've been wanting a nice flatscreen for a while now. I've been holding out as and quality has been improving while prices have been dropping. I finally settled on this Panasonic.

I wanted a TV for primarily movies (Hi Def and standard or upconverted Def) and video games (Hi Def and standard def). I do not have a cable subscription and am not interested in HD cable services. That being said, I also wanted a TV that would double as a humongous PC monitor. I'm pleased to say this TV meets and exceeds my needs so far. It's a big upgrade from the 20 inch tube TV I was using before the VIERA.

The LCD TV is nice looking and has a variety of cable inputs. Both the remote and menu systems are top-notch and useful. This TV puts out true 720p resolution and has 4:3 ratio (standard, full-frame) and zoom scaling as well. For TVs 32 inches and under, 1080p (while nice) is not necessary, as you'd be hard pressed to notice a dramatic difference with your HDMI or component sources. The picture is super sharp, and the image control available with this TV is pretty impressive. You can really play with the picture and color. I was laughing at the ability to essentially reproduce that 60's Technicolor supersaturation if you want. It really brings films to life. You can make up to 4 preset color choices, too- One for films, one for sports or live action TV, one for video games, one for kid's cartoons, etc, etc.

There is 1 stuck pixel on the TV. This is to be expected, and is not noticeable unless you're looking for stuck or dead pixels from about 18 inches away. I cannot see the pixel when watching, though, only when I'm up close on the screen. This is not an issue at all. You cannot pick out 1 dead pixel on a TV of this resolution. 1 out of over 1 million pixels, the rest are flawless.

I've just gotten this, and haven't fully tested all the bells and whistles, like the SD card port or the VIERA Link HDMI software (waiting for 1080p media player, coming in the mail). PC to TV was effortless and looked great. Even my old PS2 looked pretty good, albeit jaggy. I think that's more the game than the TV, though.

I almost went and got a $300 or $375 no-name tv at Walmart or Target, but I'm glad I paid a bit more for a higher-quality product. This Panasonic is really, really, well built, and is a near-perfect 32 inch TV. I'm more than happy with my purchase. As I test it out more, I plan to update this review, but so far, I'm loving it! This Panasonic is a great TV at an affordable price point, and 32 inches is perfect for most small to medium sized rooms.

Also, if you have any specific questions, post 'em and I'll do my best to answer.

**UPDATE**

I've had the TV for a while now and still love it. I got an upconverting Sony DVD player (model DVPNS710HB ) that puts out 480p, 720p, and 1080i upconverts of standard DVDs. I bought a $3 HDMI cable from buy.com (skip the $100 monster cables, trust me) and the picture is fantastic. The trick is that since the TV displays 720p, by switching the DVD player to send the data in 720p, you get a native resolution that lets the image look its best on the TV. While the TV has a scaler built in, having the DVD player scan and scale and then transmit via HDMI produces a signifigantly clearer picture. Some of the DVDs I have that were shot on digital video look very, very close to HD programming. My digitally remastered James Bond DVDs also look signifigantly better than through a component DVD player. I was impressed.

As for the other features- the SD card reader is too slow for my tastes. It takes a few seconds to load each picture. Of course, I have a VGA connector hooked up, so its much more convenient to load the pictures to my PC and view them thru windows. HQ images look AMAZING on this TV, though. I had always shot digital pictures at high resolutions, but couldn't really see them as they were meant to be seen, only having a 15 inch LCD. With the new TV as my monitor, my pictures now look 100 times better.

Another cool feature- through Viera Link, the HDMI Sony DVD player works with the Panasonic remote- no programing needed. I simply went into the Viera Link menu and selected the HDMI DVD player, now my DVD player will start and stop when I power on the TV and I can control it all from my TV remote. Very cool.

I'll post some more updates if I have anything else to say or if anyone has any questions.

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What is the best 32 inch LCD HDTV???

Q. I'm looking for a new HDTV. I want a nice TV, but still want a good deal. Anyone have any suggestions?

A. I like my TV a lot. I just bought it a week ago. The Sharp Aquos LC32d62U is an awsome 32" TV. Its also 1080p, so when watching 1080i/p media or programming it is like looking through a window. I reccomend this TV if you can find it on sale (B&H online and in manhattan usually sells it for about 850-950 dollars)

I got mine for 799, sweet deal. This TV is gorgeous, ad 1080p. It also has the highest contrast ratio in the 32" class (2000:1 native) fastest response time (6ms) in its class and the only 1080p tv in the 32" class.

If you buy this TV, you will not regret it.

Samsung is also a viable option, keep them open. ^_^

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vizio lcd or lg plasma?

Q. I'm looking for a new hdtv. I've been looking at the vizio 42 inch 1080p. The whole reason I want the tv is for my PS3, and to upgrade from my 32 inch magnavox. The 1080p would be great for the ps3, up its not that big of name. I am now looking at a lg plasma 42 inch 720p. I'm not concerned about burn-in, so which should I choose?

A. LCD's are cheaper these days, and plasmas still have a burn-in problem.

I got a very nice LCD monitor awhile back (no TV tuner, since I get my tv signals from a cable box anyway - why pay for something you don't need???). An Olevia 37" for under $600. It's FABULOUS! Only 1080i, but I'm not thinking about going HD DVD just yet anyway, and 1080i is just fine for my HD cable box.

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Which HDTV LCD TV should I get for my Dorm ( This is the first HDTV i'm going to get )?

Q. I'm about to go to college and dorm there, and about to get an HDTV mostly for gaming with my Xbox 360. Over the summer i only managed to make 600 bucks. I'm thinking of getting this tv

http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?omid=113&ref=dealtime&utm_id=9&utm_source=Dealtime&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=PNTC32LX85&sku=PNTC32LX85

or just go to walmart and get a Vizio, which my friend is persuading me to do.

A. Check out this list of HDTVs under $500, which has some that would probably be perfect for your dorm, since they're all relatively small - and within your budget.

http://www.degeeked.com/answers/detail/top-10-hdtvs-under-500/?utm_source=yask&utm_medium=txt&utm_campaign=top10hdtv500

If you're looking for bigger - but a bit more expensive, here's a list of HDTVs under $1000 (some are under $800) that are all 32 inches or bigger, 1080p, brand name, and have high customer ratings on Amazon.

http://www.degeeked.com/answers/detail/top-10-hdtvs-under-1000/?utm_source=yask&utm_medium=txt&utm_campaign=top10hdtv1000

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