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HDTV Buying Guide: Shopping Tips

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:45:00 -0800

Looking for a flat-panel HDTV? Our comprehensive guide will tell you all that you need to know. Keep these shopping tips in mind when you're browsing the store aisles.

HDTV Buying Guide: Making Sense of the Specifications

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:45:00 -0800

Before you purchase an LCD or plasma flat-panel HDTV, read our comprehensive buying advice to learn what features to consider.

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Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:45:00 -0800

HDTV Buying Guide: Select the Right Flat-Panel Technology

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:45:00 -0800

Before you drop hundreds or thousands of dollars on the wrong flat-panel HDTV, read our comprehensive breakdown of everything you need to know. Our HDTV buying guide might just help you save some money.

California Bans Power-Hog TVs: Death Knell for Plasma?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:30:00 -0800

The California Energy Commission's new rules will ripple across North America and affect priorities for HDTV development.

Great Tech Gadgets: When Spouses Collide

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:45:00 -0800

Your tech dream may be your significant other's nightmare. Here are the items our married tech experts drool over (while belittling one another's choices).

California Energy Commission Rule to Impact HDTV Industry

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:41:00 -0800

New regulation is in line with existing measures, but will hasten the shift to energy-efficient televisions. Here's why.

California Takes Aim Power-Hungry TVs: What's Next?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:47:00 -0800

The state has issued new energy efficiency regulations for TVs, but they aren't the only gadgets slurping up power.

HDTV Motion: The 120Hz Difference

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:00:00 -0800

How much difference does a higher refresh rate make to your high-def viewing experience? Our testing gives some answers.

Does 120hz or 240hz Really Make A Difference?

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:45:00 -0800

Carla Rowland wants to know the refresh rate’s importance when shopping for an HDTV

AMD Previews Dell Inspiron Zino and Other Emerging Win 7 PCs

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:12:00 -0800

AMD shows off snazzy new Dell gear for the living room, office. and for those on the go.

Apple TV 3.0.1 Update Fixes Disappearing Content Bug

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:49:00 -0800

Apple TV 3.0.1 update addresses disappearing content issue

Best Buy, CinemaNow Partner on Movie Download Service

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:45:00 -0800

Best Buy is rolling out the red carpet for its own branded movie download service that will put Hollywood flicks on everything from HDTVs, Blu-ray players cellphones sold at its stores.

Calibrate my HDTV

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:54:00 -0800

Alex Goldstein wants to know the best way to adjust a new HDTV

Hands On With Apple TV 3.0

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:00 -0700

Apple's new software version on Apple TV provides direct access to rented and purchased movies, TV shows, and YouTube videos.

EPIX Movie Service: A Complete Guide

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:59:00 -0700

The new premium movie service EPIX debuts this weekend. Here is what you need to know.

Our Tech Holiday Wish List: 10 Cool Gadgets We Really, Really Want

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:00:00 -0700

Colorful netbooks, personal TV systems, powerful digital cameras, and a potent Webcam: Our list is made, and we're checking it twice.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:45:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find the best prices on an Apple iMac, a Samsung netbook, a Panasonic HDTV, and more.

Hands On With Roku’s New HD-XR Internet Video Player

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:08:00 -0700

Roku is an inexpensive and easy to use video player that allows you to put Web-based movies and TV shows onto a TV.

The PC World 100: Best Products of 2009

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:40:00 -0700

A laptop that recharges wirelessly, a CPU that leaves the competition in the dust, and a top pick that's changing the face of computing--these are just three of the items in our PC World Top 100 list of the best products of the year.

2009 PC World 100, Listed by Category

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:35:00 -0700

2009 PC World 100, Listed by Ranking

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:35:00 -0700

2009 PC World 100, Listed Alphabetically

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:35:00 -0700

Netflix Movie Streaming Comes To PlayStation 3

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 04:04:00 -0700

Sony’s PlayStation 3 game consoles will be able to stream movies and TV shows from Netflix.

How We Test HDTVs

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700

As HDTVs have become more sophisticated, so has PC World's test methodology. But we still rely heavily on actual people evaluating actual content.

3DTV: The Next Big Thing?

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700

Now that we’ve got HDTV, what’s next? Look no further than your local movie theater; 3D is coming to a living room near you.

The TV You Want Today

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700

HDTVs are evolving fast. From new smooth-motion technology to 'green' energy-conserving capabilities, we’ll tell you the features you’ve got to have on your next set.

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Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700

Panasonic TC-P42X1 HDTV

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 15:40:00 -0700

A 720p plasma set, the low-cost Panasonic TC-P42X1 provides problematic images and underpowered sound.

Sony Bravia KDL-40W5100 HDTV

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 11:45:00 -0700

The Sony 40W5100 isn’t just an HDTV with a very good picture--it’s a 40-inch window to the Internet.

LG 42LH55 HDTV

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:29:00 -0700

This 42-inch LG HDTV has solid picture quality, but it’s lean on extra goodies.

JVC LT-46J300

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:20:00 -0700

The $1100 price is right for a 46-inch HDTV, but disappointing image quality and poor design choices should make you think twice before buying the JVC LT-46J300.

Samsung LN40B650 HDTV

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:50:00 -0700

Thanks to its very good picture quality, Internet and home-network entertainment features, and general user-friendliness, the Samsung LN40B650 ranks as the best 40- to 42-inch HDTV we've tested this year.

Vizio SV421XVT

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:45:00 -0700

While it has a low price for a 42-inch, 240Hz HDTV, this Vizio set doesn’t create a great picture.

Vizio SV471XVT

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:30:00 -0700

For a 47-inch HDTV, the Vizio SV471XVT is priced nicely, and it is generally easy to use, but its picture quality is merely average.

Toshiba 47ZV650U

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:20:00 -0700

The Toshiba 47ZV650U, a 47-inch HDTV, features solid picture quality, but it could be easier to use.

Samsung LN46B750 HDTV

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:40:00 -0700

Internet connectivity and very good picture quality make the $1700 Samsung LN46B750 HDTV a worthy contender.

Vizio VO420E

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:23:00 -0700

The no-frills Vizio VO420E is attractively priced, but you'll have to settle for subpar image quality and mediocre audio.

Panasonic Viera TC-P46S1

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:19:00 -0700

The Panasonic TC-P46S1 would be a bargain 46-inch plasma HDTV if its image quality weren't so disappointing.

Insignia NS-L42X10A HDTV

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:15:00 -0700

The Insignia NS-L42X-10A has lots of features and a temptingly low price--but also poor image and audio quality.

LG 42LH50 42-Inch HDTV

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:10:00 -0700

The LG 42LH50 provides great connected features, above-average image quality, and good looks for a moderate price.

LaCie LaCinema Rugged HD Multimedia Player

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:15:00 -0700

It's one of the pricier hard-drive-based portable digital media adapters on the market, but it's also one of the more capable.

Vizio SV420M 42-Inch HDTV

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:55:00 -0700

The Vizio SV420M HDTV offers lots of customization options and average video quality, at a midrange price.

5 New Technologies That Will Change Everything

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:00:00 -0700

3D TV, HTML5, video over Wi-Fi, superfast USB, and mobile "augmented reality" will emerge as breakthrough technologies in the next few years. Here's a preview of what they do and how they work.

TV on the Internet

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:00:00 -0700

Warren Kernaghan asked where on the Internet he can find television programs comparable to what’s on cable

Toshiba Shows First TV Based on Cell Chip

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:10:00 -0700

Hoping to set itself apart from other television makers, Toshiba will in December put on sale in Japan the first TV based on the Cell processor.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:00:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find a Nikon digital camera with a free 4GB memory card, a 52-inch Sharp Aquos TV, a slick Lenovo IdeaPad, and more.

Panasonic Shows Prototype 3D Plasma TV

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 19:50:00 -0700

Panasonic unveiled on Monday a full HD 3D plasma TV and said it will show it next week at the Ceatec IT show.

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Sun, 27 Sep 2009 19:50:00 -0700

Intel Targets Homes With New Processor for TVs

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:20:00 -0700

Intel on Thursday launched a media processor based on the Atom architecture that could go into TVs, set-top boxes and other consumer electronics.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:45:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find the best prices on a Sony camcorder and HDTV, an Asus netbook, an Apple MacBook laptop, and an Apple iPod Nano.

What is 10-bit Color?

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:40:00 -0700

Yaseen Abdalla wants to know what 10-bit color means in an HDTV's specs

HDTVs, Blu-Ray Players Push Web Connections

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 05:51:00 -0700

Consumer electronics vendors add more Internet services to their new HDTVs and Blu-ray Disc players.