Since the “4K” or “ultra-high definition” technology began to be implemented in TVs a few months back in 2011, all major manufacturers had begun working on it and with the CES 2012 coming up, it seems like LG is ready to unveil theirs. They have already announced that this new 84-inch 3D TV will have a resolution of 3840 x 2160 along with all the trademark LG Smart TV and 3D TV features like “Cinema 3D” and an app store that has more than a thousand applications to engage the consumers. Another feature which has attracted a lot of attention towards this television set is the “voice-controlled magic remote”. It has already become quite popular that Apple might be releasing a “siri” controlled iTV soon, but LG seems to have cashed in on the voice-controlled TV tech ahead of Apple. How well this works is however, something that we will just have to wait and find out.
It seems like the much awaited next-gen OLED TVs are finally going to be on display in January at the CES in 2012, at least by the two Korean giants LG and Samsung. What is even more exciting to know is that the same technology might also be incorporated into Apple’s upcoming TVs. Although the Organic Light-emitting Diode or OLED technology is highly appreciated for its low power consumption and awesome black levels, it has so far been in use for high end touch screen mobile devices only. There were a few OLED TVs released a few years ago, but they did not make it big due to two main problems. The first was the production cost which made the final product a bit too expensive and the second was the difficulties that were associated with producing larger flat panel versions based on OLED technology. Now, with the news of Samsung and LG showcasing 55-inch OLED television sets at the CES in January and launching them by the time of the next Olympic in London, England; we can safely assume that they have sorted out the second problem at least. However, what we are not sure of is whether or not these new OLED TVs will be any more affordable for the general population than the first generation OLED TVs were.
There have recently been reports from Japan that Apple has plans to release their much awaited television sets in three sizes primarily. The smallest being a 32″ flat panel, followed by a 42″ or 43″ model and finally the largest one, which is a 55″ model. The question that popped into everyone’s mind was why Japan is involved here? The answer to this, as far as rumors go is that Apple is probably going to tie up with one of the Japanese TV giants in their debut venture into the world of television manufacturing. Whether it is going to be Sony, Panasonic or Toshiba, we are not aware of at this time. Another source reports that the famed Siri application which is now used by the iPhone 4S, is going to be used in these new TV sets, enabling them to be voice controlled as well. What is expected by everyone in the upcoming Apple TV is the use of the ARM A6 chip (successor to the A4 chips used now in iPhones and iPads). This of course will raise the bar for other companies and once again, rumor has it Korean giants like Samsung and LG are also getting ready for the competition with ARM powered OLED TVs of their own.
It looks like the LW980S is not going to be LG’s flagship model for too long now. Reports suggest that the 55LM9600 was awarded with a “CES 2012 Innovations Award” and the news about the model got out before LG intended it to, via an “error”. The much awaited trade show is due in January, 2012 at Las Vegas, but the awards are already being presented to the winning products by the organizers. The CES awards are mainly given on the merits of innovation, more than anything else and in this respect, LG has been awarded three awards in the “Video Displays” section (out of a total of five) for its 55LM9600 (Nano Full LED Backlight), 55LM8600 (Edge LED) and 60PM9700 (Plasma 3D).
The news about the upcoming models may have leaked out but the technical specifications are not unfortunately; so for those, we will have to wait till January. Although the LW980S may lose its position as the flagship model for LG, the officials at LG have expressed ideas about continuing with the production of the LW980S as a separate series of their HDTV collection.
Since the sales of Google TV devices have not exactly been ideal, it seems that LG is one of Google’s next bet. Things went particularly bad when the Logitech Revue did not perform or was sold as expected, and the fact that Logitech also mentioned that it was a poor judgment on their part to invest in Google TV, did not help either. The word is that LG will showcase a HDTV in January, 2012 at the CES in Las Vegas, which will be designed especially with Google TV in mind. This however is unofficial news, but the venture would make LG the third partner for Google TV along with Samsung and Vizio.
LG has announced that they are going to release a new 47-inch LCD panel that will set a new benchmark in power efficiency. The technology, termed as “Vertical Single Side LED Backlighting” is designed to make the new panel the most power efficient among all other 40-inch plus models present in the market. They are even claiming that it will consume even less power than computer monitors that are above the 20 inch mark. In spite of its remarkable power efficiency, we have been assured that brightness will not take a hit at all. As the price of electricity keeps on mounting, such an innovation is always welcome because who would not want a giant HDTV which not only provides great visual quality but also saves electricity.
The power efficiency is largely achieved by bringing down the number of LED lights used to provide optimum brightness. In order to both maintain a high level of brightness as well as use less lights to achieve it, LG has introduced the first backlighting technology where the LED lamps are strategically placed along just one side(vertically) of the flat panel. The results are very impressive as the new panel is found to be using only 28W while producing 400 Nits of brightness. Local Dimming is another feature of the 47-inch LCD panel and we are even hopeful that a tax credit may be on offer as well!
The new 55″ LG Infinia 55LW5600 is the next generation in TV technology. Utilizing a new 3D technology called Cinema 3D and a new LED technology called LED plus, you are guaranteed to experience the most vivid and captivating 3D and HDTV entertainment you ever have.
The new LG infinia 60PZ950 is a fantastic choice for anyone who wants a plasma 3D screen this year.
It offers the best performance and features among the 3D plasma TVs.
Although LG 60PZ950 has just 5,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, the new TruBlack filter will definitely make up for it.
The TruBlack filter blocks external light reflection while maximizing transmission on internal light resulting in enhanced contrast ratio.
Contrast ratio in bright environment is enhanced by more than 200% with this new technology.
When it comes to 3D, the plasma has 1 big advantage, and that is, faster processing, which found expression in higher refresh rates (the LG 60PZ950 offers 600Hz while the best LED offers 480Hz is not even its real rate but manipulated). Also, plasma 3D TV is the only one who that guarantee a Full HD-1080p on 3D playback.
The LG 60PZ950 uses Active 3D technology (active shutter glasses are required but not included; you should use AG-S250 glasses only).
It also has a 2D to 3D converting feature.
LG 60PZ950 is a 3D THX Certified Display, which means that the TV went through more than 400 strict laboratory tests on all the different aspects such color accuracy, 3D video processing and viewing angles. This means you will enjoy the 3D experience the best way possible.
Here is a video that explains more about the THX 3D Certification.
As part of the Smart TV, there is a magic remote control included with the TV set ! With this motion controlled remote, you just need to point and click with the cursor on the screen.The LG 60PZ950 is one of the best plasma 3D TVs toadys, if not THE BEST. Its price is very reasonable and officially stands at USD2600, you might even find a nice discount on Amazon.
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The LG Infinia 55LW9500 is an incredibly advanced 3D LED TV which is packed with the latest technological advancements and is one of the best performers in the year 2011.
The LW9500 series is quite similar to the LW7700 series with the exception of one major improvement, and that is the inclusion of the powerful 480Hz TruMotion technology in the LW9500 which outperforms the 240Hz refresh rate on the LW7700.
Whether you are settling down for the night with your family to check out the newest release, or hanging out with friends to watch your favorite event, the experience the new LG Infinia 55LW6500, offers is unmatched. The LG Infinia 55LW6500 is very similar to the popular LG 55LW5600 but there have been some exciting and noticeable improvements made, some of these changes are:
