The Samsung UE40B7000 is the latest LED HDTV to join the UK product line. This model features 1080p HD (1920 x 1080) resolution, a 40” LCD display and LED edgelighting. Today, the writers from Reg Hardware released their review of this HDTV. The first aspect that the writer commented about was the super thin display. This is due to the extra small LED lamps. The extra slim design is only good if it doesn’t have the thick connection panel to ruin the look. Fortunately, the UE40B7000 does not have this problem. Instead the TV only has one port and instead uses adapter cables to allow for everything to be connected. The image quality is some of the best that the writers have seen. But one thing that got the writers wondering about was the little mini remote. This pebble sized remote only has a red dial but it allows the TV to turn on/off, change channels, volume, and a few other minor things. The writers are not entirely sure why this remote was included but they also think the full sized remote is perfect for the TV. The only major concern they had was with the TV’s sound. It wasn’t in any way as good as it could have been and couldn’t match the quality of the image. The final verdict the writer made was, “This TV has a lot going for it, from great looks before you even plug it in through to sharp, pleasing HD images and decent Freeview fidelity. The audio isn’t cinephile quality, but fine for day-to-day use. The addition of limited Internet access, though mostly a gimmick, is enjoyable enough – apart from slow YouTube loading times. Sure, the out-of-the-box colour settings require tweaking unless you wear sunglasses indoors, and the absence of the Wi-Fi adaptor to connect to the Internet is a shame, but all the important boxes (picture quality, style, ease of use) win big ticks.”

[via Reg Hardware]

If this rumor is right, then we might have a new HDTV technology coming soon. According to an interview between Smarthouse and Sony, Sony stated that they are working on a new “secret” TV technology that they don’t plan to announce until next year. The new technology is not suppose to be OLED or LED like their current models but actually something new that will be cheap to manufacture and provide the Sony quality that we all know. Some writers strongly feel that the interview between the two was misinterpreted and Sony is actually talking about last week’s announcement about larger OLED screens. Others also believe that Sony is developing a new spin off of the OLED technology. Sony has done this before when they created SXRD display technology, which is their version of LCoS display screens, for projectors. Until Sony officially announces their plans everyone will just have to wait and see.

[via OLED Info]

One of the last places that wireless HDTV has come yet is the USA. The technology is slow to rise in popularity due to its expensive price. Fortunately though, that is starting to change. Today, the developers from Rocketfish have released their Wireless HD adapter. This device allows a user to connect an HDTV to the receiver and then put the rest of the home theater equipment somewhere else. The wireless technology allows the TV more range on where it can be placed and eliminates the need to hide hideous looking cables. The adapter is capable of displaying up to full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution content over wireless connection up to 33 feet away. The short distance kind of puts a damper on the technology, but for under $600 it is still a good deal.

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Barco is a global leader technology company that designs and develops visualization products for a variety of selected professional markets. Recently, Barco announced the launch of their newest medical display screens, the Nio 5MP series. The two models in this series include the MDNG-5121 MA and the MDNG-6121. Both projectors feature the latest in LCD display technology and use a DVI port to connect to the user’s computers. Both displays have a vertical screen instead of a horizontal one. The more amazing is that these HD monitors come with over a 5 Megapixel resolution. The 5121 features a 2048 x 2560 resolution, while the 6121 model comes with a better 2096 x 2800 resolution. These monitors are capable of displaying even the tiniest of details, which is ideal for looking at X-rays and other test results. “With the introduction of this new Nio 5MP, radiology departments can now opt for a versatile visualization solution that is optimized for the very latest, high-resolution grayscale applications, including chest, orthopedic, pediatric and mammography imaging on PACS,” explains Danny Deroo, Product Manager at Barco. “The product’s unique resolution of 2096 x 2800 allows users to view images from digital mammography systems in their native resolution with minimal need for scrolling. This results in accurate readings and improved workflow efficiency.”

[via Barco]

There is no doubt when it comes to 3D technology coming to the home. Whether you want to admit it or not, it is going to be in your homes soon. Today, the Korea Communications Commission (KCC) announced its drive to start beaming 3D broadcasts to full HD quality in 2010. The licensing process will begin in January with the first broadcast expected to air sometime mid-year. This announcement is starting to get the pay-TV providers to start looking into the technology. The 3D push originally started when CJ HelloVision announced that their set top box will stream 3D content with in the next two weeks. One of the ways that the KCC is planning to draw viewers in is by starting to show 3D cartoons in order to draw in the child demographic.

[via Engadget]

If you want to add some class to your home theater then you might be interested in the Horgan Becket Media Cart. This thing is hand crafted out of steel and is designed to display every electronic device individually in an elegant way. The only problem is that the bulky wheels and trailer hitch attachment on the far right gives this cart more of an industrial look, which could be good for city folk or anyone who likes the design. Horgan custom makes each cart to fit the specifications of the customer and it can retail for as high as $12000.

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LG announced today that they intend to increase sales of there LED HDTVs from this year’s 400000 units to 7.5 million TVs by the end of 2010. Ever since the introduction of LED HDTVs this displays have been very popular in the consumer market because of their low energy consumption and even smaller design. The only problem with LED models is that they tend to be a lot pricier than their LCD counterparts. Fortunately for LG though, the price difference is quickly narrowing and LED TVs have not lost their popularity. The company stated that in Taiwan in a matter of a few months their entire stock of LED HDTVs was sold. Some of the latest LED models to be released by LG are their new SL9000 series, which features a “Seamless” design. The series has two sizes, the 42” 42SL9000 and the 47” 47SL9000. Both models features 1080p HD (1920 x 1080) resolution and a 3000000:1 contrast ratio. They also come with a solid sheet of glass on the display face to give the seamless look and to help protect the display panel from damage and dirt.

[via HDTV News]

Sony is one of the leading manufacturers of HDTV technology. Today, the company publicly announced that they intend to increase their production of 3D HDTVs and expect to have as much as half of their TV ranges to feature 3D features by the ending of March 2013. Sony is one of the few companies that plan to release their first 3D HDTVs at the beginning of 2010. In the same press release, Sony also announced that they are looking to upgrade their OLED technology and create bigger and better OLED HDTVs. This press announcement is in response to the declining sales that Sony has experienced. They noted that due to internal restructuring, the company has fallen out of date with the modern technology of today and plan to catch up to the other major companies.

[via Associated Press]

The Sony GXDL52H1 is one of the large screen professional displays that the company provides. This screen features a 52” LCD display, full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution, and dual 7 watt speakers for the best stereo sound possible. Recently, the writers from IT Pro got to release their review of this big HD monitor. When they first received the L52H1, they realized that this TV was heavy and built to take a beating. The display is framed in aluminum and even comes with corner protection incase of impact, dirt, dust or splashing. Another good feature that the writers saw was that the TV can be stacked with other displays to create multi-display configurations. The TV performs perfectly with still shot photographs or PowerPoint presentations. But when it comes to video-oriented sources, the display has several problems. However even with this minor problem, the writers commented, “In the end, there’s no doubt that when the L52H1 is good, it’s very good indeed. It’s just a shame that the screen is only really at its best with very specific bright, largely static display material, and struggles at times with the sort of video content that more sophisticated customers might be looking for it to run.”

[via IT Pro]

Panasonic is proud to announce today that when it comes to saving energy, they are the market leader. Panasonic’s Z1 HDTV series have been fitted with their Neo PDP display screen, which consume 50% less energy than their normal LCD screen. The screens are still cable to produce HD (1920 x 1080) resolution and a 40000:1 contrast ratio for deep black levels. To help cut down electricity even more, Panasonic also reduced the residual light in each cell of the screen to help enhance the contrast. The company also has made significant improvements to their plasma HDTVs by increasing the light cells. By increasing the light cells they are able to run on a lower setting and ultimately reduce the energy consumption while increasing the image brightness.

[via AME Info]