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Modern fairy tale comes to Blu-ray

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:28:11 +0100

Next week sees the release of a future Disney classic on Blu-ray

Samsung DVD 'beats rivals on price'

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:26:02 +0100

A new Samsung DVD recorder offers all the right moves at just the right price.

Sony raise the bar with W4000 series

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 22:03:57 +0100

A new range from Sony raises the bar

The future of LCD TV?

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 22:01:56 +0100

A new LCD screen has been unveiled which could be the future of the format

32-inch Sony breaks with tradition

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 21:59:59 +0100

The Sony Bravia range may usually offer high performance, but one model is a little different.

Stylish LG is 'not just a pretty fascia'

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 21:58:26 +0100

A new 50-inch plasma panel from LG offers typically stylish good looks.

Classy new Samsung series 'on the way'

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 21:56:27 +0100

A new range from Samsung offers a little bit more to look at, it has been suggested.

Panasonic achieves "perfection"

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 21:46:47 +0100

A new review has labelled a 37-inch plasma from Panasonic "perfection".

HD panels are 'boosting consumer expectations'

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 21:45:03 +0100

The quality on offer from modern flat panel TV screens is causing consumers to expect more from manufacturers.

Video gamers given GTA4 audio option

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:44:20 +0100

GTA4 will allow players to download the soundtrack online.

Budget Toshiba is a second-room winner

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:43:14 +0100

Toshiba's new budget model is ideal for a second room.

CRT screens 'will be around for some time'

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:42:16 +0100

An expert has warned that the predicted demise of the CRT screen may be premature.

Oddball panels add to the 'year of the LCD TV'

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:41:01 +0100

The 'year of the LCD' could be filled with oddities.

50 Cent makes Xbox and PlayStation return

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:54:16 +0100

Hip-hop superstar 50 Cent will return for a second time to the Xbox 360 and PlayStation3.

DVD 'will be here for some time'

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:53:09 +0100

Despite HD receiving all the headlines, it will be a while before SD disappears.

Best Buy issues another HD DVD blow

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:51:41 +0100

A major US retailer has begun removing HD DVD from the shelves.

Green flat panel screens 'in demand'

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 17:33:26 +0100

Consumers and manufacturers are increasingly considering the energy-efficiency of their flat screen TVs.

Phillips launch the EcoFlat TV

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 17:32:44 +0100

A new flat screen television is set for release later this year that addresses concerns over energy-efficiency.

High-end plasmas given chart treatment

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 17:37:01 +0100

Those looking for a high-performance plasma screen have been given a helping hand.

Sony: like a rainbow?

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:33:37 +0100

Sony follows up the hype with a 46-inch screen.

New Viera models boost blacks

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:11:49 +0100

One of the most important things for a flat screen TV is a good contrast ratio, it has been suggested.

Is it already "too late for Blu-ray"?

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:10:41 +0100

Blu-ray's victory over HD DVD could be irrelevant in the long-term, it has been suggested.

New DVD player is 'bargain of the century'

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:09:28 +0100

A new DVD player from Oppo is feature-packed at the right price.

Phillips offer 42-inches of 'splendour'

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:06:40 +0100

A new 42-inch panel from Philips has been highlighted for its good looks and value for money.

Sharp add to entry-level range

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:41:54 +0100

More entry-level screens will soon be in the stores from Sharp.

Flat TVs and fireplaces: A safe combination?

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:40:49 +0100

Flat panel TV owners have been advised on where not to put their new screen.

Panasonic 'makes the best better'

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:21:07 +0100

The latest 50-inch from Panasonic could be better than the best.

Samsung LCD backs video game tournament

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:19:31 +0100

Samsung's LCD TV division has announced its support of a new video gaming tournament.

Xbox racks up growing sales

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:18:36 +0100

Microsoft's Xbox console is selling well following a recent price drop.

Pioneer Kuro range 'offer astonishing blacks'

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:29:24 +0100

Pioneer's Kuro range lives up to its name by offering the deepest of black levels, it has been noted.

Batman comes to Blu-ray

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:26:07 +0100

Following the success of the HD DVD release, Warner Bros is to release Batman Begins on Blu-ray.

Consumers advised on LCD TV shopping

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:52:26 +0100

Consumers looking for a high definition TV have been advised on some things to look out for.

Microsoft boss rules out Blu-ray Xbox

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:51:11 +0100

A spokesman for Microsoft has suggested the company's Xbox console will not support Blu-ray.

CRT TVs 'not dead yet'

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:49:53 +0100

Slim and stylish cathode ray televisions are on the way, one expert has noted.

Panasonic pushing contrast boundaries

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 16:03:42 +0100

Panasonic is pushing contrast technology to new reaches with its 2008 Viera range of LCD and plasma televisions.

Panasonic's 2008 rollout continues

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:20:55 +0100

2008 will be a big year for Panasonic, with a number of models across a range of sizes.

Sony returns triumphantly to TV

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:19:40 +0100

The latest 46-inch LCD TV from Sony is a true return to form, it has been suggested.

Motorized mounts offer glare-free viewing

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:55:48 +0100

As more people flock to buy flat panel televisions, wall mount technology is also improving.

Blu-ray heading for Xbox 360?

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:55:40 +0100

Microsoft has given its biggest hint yet that the Xbox could support Blu-ray in the future.

Apple iPod given Blu-ray boost

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 17:31:19 +0100

Buyers of DVD and Blu-ray's could soon be given the option to download movie content for their iPod.

A high definition 'first' from Panasonic

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:22:01 +0100

Panasonic's latest 32-inch LCD panel is a first for the manufacturer.

New Panasonic screens offer 'tripled contrast ratio'

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:20:55 +0100

Panasonic has announced that it is to launch a new series of high performance panels.

Samsung launches new luxury LCD range

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 11:51:08 +0100

South Korean flat screen TV manufacturer Samsung launches the Pavv range.

DVD 'will live on as SD option'

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 11:49:34 +0100

Traditional DVD will be around for some time as an SD option, one expert suggests.

Blu-ray sales 'will have a good year'

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 17:27:03 +0100

Blu-ray sales are likely to see a significant increase this year, one expert has suggested.

Hitachi 47in offers "clarity, quality and sharpness"

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 17:25:58 +0100

Hitachi has released a new plasma panel that offers three major benefits.

New Pioneer tops sibling

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 17:12:49 +0100

A new 50-inch plasma screen from Pioneer has more to offer than its predecessor.

Pioneer to focus on new LCD panels

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 14:00:45 +0100

It has emerged that Pioneer is to focus on LCD panels and stop production of plasma TVs.

Blu-ray drives coming from Dell and Apple?

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 13:55:57 +0100

Rumours are abound that Dell and Apple could have Blu-ray products in the pipeline.

JVC adds to its 'innovative range'

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 13:31:12 +0100

JVC continues to add "a new dimension" to the LCD market.