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Samsung LN52A650 52-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color

Saturday, October 31st, 2009 at 6:06 am  
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Samsung LN52A650 52-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color
 
Samsung LN52A650 52 Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color
Manufacturer: Samsung
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  • Touch of Color Bezel
  • Full HD 1080p Resolution
  • 120Hz Auto Motion Plus
  • 4 HDMI Inputs
  • Super Clear Panel
Samsung LN52A650 52 Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color (updated) Thoughts After 1 Year of Use
 
Review Date: June 2, 2008
Reviewer: JDC, UT United States
When I purchased this TV from Amazon.com I had already decided on this Samsung 52" series and was trying to decide between the 650 and the 750. At the time there was a small price difference between the two on Amazon.com. I ended up choosing the 650 because I was placing the TV inside a nook that had limited space.

The 650 has a less bulky frame around the LCD screen and therefore it was only 50.2 inches wide as compared to the 750 which is 52" wide. Both screens have the exact same visual display area. Beyond trying to accommodate my limited space, I felt that the smaller frame looked nicer on the TV than the larger frame.

The other reason I chose the 650 is that it can swivel on the base, whereas the 750 is fixed on its base. Because I have placed the TV in a nook, this swivel feature has come in very handy as I have had to get behind it from time to time to plug in cords, etc.

I have read a lot about screen reflection and was bracing myself for a potentially unpleasant experience during daytime viewing, especially since the room the TV is in has windows all the way across two walls and is full of sunlight daily. I'm happy to report that screen reflection is absolutely no problem. The TV that I was replacing with the Samsung LCD was an older 32" Panasonic Panablack analog TV with the glass screen, which had a lot of reflection. As a point of reference, the Samsung has about 20% of the screen reflection of my old TV (judging from when the TV is off). When the TV is on, the Samsung has about 5% of screen reflection compared with what I used to have with my old TV, which may be due to the incredible brightness of the display.

I spent a number of months on this decision and I feel like I hit a home run with this purchase. Samsung has certainly exceeded my expectations with this model and I have been very satisfied with my first experience of buying a TV online from Amazon.com.

DEC 20, 2008 UPDATE: I've now owned the TV for more than 6 months. No regrets. The TV has survived well in a family with 5 kids under age 10. It's taken some direct hits to the screen with toys thrown by a 2-year-old but any marks on the screen easily rubbed off. It still looks just like the day I first got it and runs perfectly. I'm very happy with this purchase.

JUNE 7, 2009 UPDATE: Still going strong after 1 year. Absolutely no problems with the TV. Best purchase I ever made. Everyone who has seen it can hardly believe the picture quality. I get positive comments all the time.
Samsung LN52A650 52 Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color Beautiful TV! From the picture to the bezel, just perfect.
 
Review Date: April 5, 2008
Reviewer: Scomel, Greensboro, NC
I've had this TV since very early March. I've watched HD, SD and Blu-Ray and can not find a flaw. The 650 handles motion extremely well to where blurring and other artifacts are vitually non-existant. The AMP is a very cool feature that brings a realism to film making it seem more life-like, or as if it were originally shot on HD Video. Some have said this gives off a "soap opera" effect. I can see that description, but to me it makes film based DVD's and movies look more like your watching a real-life play, viewing it through a window. It's a very cool effect!

I understand people's concern's with the glossy screens found on plasma and some LCD's. This screen is slightly less reflective than Samsung's 71 series but can still be a problem for some. It would be nice if there was an easy solution for this but there's not. Sony and other makers use a matte type of screen that certainly helps or eliminates the problem but introduces other negatives. I find colors and blacks just don't "pop" on matte screens and tend to wash out more for off-angle viewing. The 650 has a picture with great depth and color from any angle, greatly adding to the immersion effect.

Much talk has been about the TOC bezel. I think Samsung has hit it out of the park with this. I absolutely love the red. I think it adds just a touch of class. It sets this tv apart from all others(though the picture quality already does this) while still being very subtle and retaining the ability to blend in with any decor. Most people who've come to my home do not even notice the red until I point it out. I'm a little tired of every set looking the same with either a piano black bezel or flat black. This is a very welcome change.

I like many other suffered the shut-off issue. As has been mentioned it appears Samsung has fixed the issue with a firmware update. I've updated the FW and so far so good. It was annoying but not a huge deal to me. Samsung should be commended for how quickly they addressed the issue. I received several calls from upper level officials that were very concerned with my problem. I've never had this level of service from any other manufacturer. Well done Samsung! A side effect of the FW update is that the AMP processing received a boost. Before the FW update I usually had AMP on low at all times and would occasionally put it on High. Now, I still use it at the low setting most times but will put it on Medium occasionaly, and find the High setting a bit much for me. I can put it on High without most of the annoying artifacts people have desribed the 71 series has, which is nice, nut the actual effect is bit much for me.

Overall, this is best the LCD on the market. I can't see Sony or any of the other manufactures making a better TV this year. They may match it perhaps, but certainly won't surpass it. For those that were on the fence waiting to buy until the shut-off issue was fixed, your wait is over. Buy with complete confidence and enjoy one of the best TV's out there!
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Samsung LN46A650 HDTV | This is Great Tv

Thursday, October 29th, 2009 at 8:31 pm  
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Samsung LN46A650 HDTV | This is Great Tv Samsung LN46A650 46-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV

The LN46A650 is indeed a TV beauiitul, with possibility of full HD, and Amazon has offered a great price. BestBuy, Costco, Circuit City also could not get closer to the price offered Amazon. So, for starters, we know that the price is a bargain and can not be beat. But as for the TV itself and how does it compare with other brands and how does it compare with other models within Samsung?

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Hdtv comparison

Thursday, October 29th, 2009 at 2:02 pm  
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Hdtv comparisonDo you want to a TV that satisfies all your visual needs? If you do then what you are looking for is an HDTV. Every person wants a High Definition Television, as it has all the lucrative features that one could possibly look for in a TV. HDTV’s come in various sizes; everywhere from a few inches wide to over 100 inches. A 30″ or smaller HDTV is a very popular option because it is easy on your budget and a pretty decent size for the average living room.

HDTV has a high-resolution display. You will immediately feel the difference in the picture and sound quality. Actually, a HDTV televises digitally rather than through the cathode ray tube transmission and analog signals like the normal Television. HDTV resolution is twice better in comparison to the standard definition TV (SDTV). Clarity in the picture quality is incomparable and is endowed with the feature of surround sound. With the advent of HDTV, pictures are no more blurred and unclear. The color quality is much more genuine and natural. HDTV eliminates all the imperfections of your SDTV. Although many people opt for a 40 inch or larger HDTV in their main viewing room, a smaller wall mounted HDTV is a popular option for an office, den or bedroom.
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Samsung LN32A550 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

Thursday, October 29th, 2009 at 2:06 am  
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Samsung LN32A550 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
 
Samsung LN32A550 32 Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
Manufacturer: Samsung
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  • 1080p Resolution
  • 15,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio w/ Wide Color Enhancer
  • 5ms response time
  • 3 HDMI, 2 Component, and 1 PC inputs
  • Swivel Stand
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