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 NEW for 2012. Panasonic’s new TC-P60GT50 3D Ready 60-Inch GT50 Series 1080p High-Definition Plasma HDTV. Glass and Metal Design. The GT50 Series is Panasonic’s high end Plasma TV with a THX 3D Certified Display for best cinema quality in either 2D or 3D viewing. This is Panasonic’s latest 3rd generation of 3D Ready TVs. 3D programming is now available on Blu-ray disc, DirectTV, ESPN, Comcast, Video Consoles, and other programming. The new infinite black pro panel with newly developed fast switching phosphors provides for minimal afterimages and displays deep blacks with minimal reflection for bright, vivid images. A new motion compensating technology (Neo Plasma Black 2500 FDD) renders faster-moving images with greater sharpness. Features 24p playback for watching motion pictures. The 1920 x 1080 pixel Full HD screen has double the pixels of a 720p TV. It shares the 16:9 aspect ratio similar to movie theater screens, providing a theater-like experience at home. The GT50 Series has a long life 100,000 hour panel. …More…
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[ Read More → ] **New for 2013. LG’s Cinema Screen LA6200 TV Series is a 3rd generation passive 3D Ready 60-inch 1080p LED HDTV with TruMotion 120Hz technology. The set displays an outstanding picture for either regular 2D, or in the newest 3D programming. This LG TV uses passive 3D technology and includes 4 pairs of polarized 3D glasses. LG’s Passive Cinema 3D technology allows for lighter, lower cost 3D glasses that don’t need batteries and provide a brighter picture. This is the same type of technology used for 3D movies in a movie theater. You don’t need the glasses to watch regular HD programming. The LA6200 series has an Edge Lit LED backlight to provide a brighter picture, higher contrast and substantial energy savings. The 60LA6200 with its onboard TruMotion 120Hz reduces blurring when you’re watching your favorite sporting event, action movie, or playing a fast moving video game. Smart TV: allows you to get internet content, thousands of movies, customizable apps, Facebook, Youtube, full web browser, and videos. The 60LA6200 is both Internet Ready , Netflix Ready and has a built-in Wifi adapter (nothing extra to buy). To speed up Smart TV operations, LG has upgraded the LA6200 Series to include a Dual Core Processor. …More…
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[ Read More → ] The Full Frame FX Nikon D800 36.3 megapixel SLR when introduced had the most megapixels of any SLR Nikon had produced to date. (The previous D700 model only had 12.1 megapixels). The D800 shares many of the features of the new Nikon D4, but is smaller, lighter and less expensive. It is capable of 36.1 megapixel medium format images with low noise. This model has maintained the same ISO as its predecessor (100-6400) even though it has three times more pixels. New for this model is the introduction of a Full HD 1080p Video mode with a headphone jack, microphone jack, uncompressed HDMI out, Audio monitoring, and a dedicated movie record button. You can shoot in either FX or DX movie formats. Video can be shot with full manual control and you can view live video with an external monitor through the HDMI. Another new feature is the built-in HDR (high dynamic range) function which can create a single image that combines two exposures for a better image. A time lapse photography mode is included. A new live view selector has been added which switches from modes optimized for both video or still images.
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[ Read More → ]| New for 2012. Samsung’s top of the line, third generation of 3D LED backlit TVs from Samsung. SmartReview previewed the ES8000 series at CES 2012 (see our commentary). Samsung’s UN55ES8000 55-inch LED backlit HDTV (with Micro Dimming Ultimate) is 3D ready and comes with 4 pairs of 3D glasses. The new for 2012 Micro Dimming Ultimate LED backlight technology is an improvement to last year’s Micro dimming. It uses special edge mounted LEDs to enable the controlled lighting of variable size areas. This provides for better picture and contrast whether watching 2D or 3D. 3D movies such as Avatar and other movies have created demand for 3D programming for HDTVs for the home. Ultra Clear Panel eliminates reflections, boosts contrast ratio. Included on this TV is 960Hz CMR (clear motion rate) and 240Hz anti-blur technology. 30,000,000:1 Mega Dynamic Contrast (highest we have reviewed). Smart TV. This full HD 1080p HDTV has several new ways to interface with the TV, including Gesture control (using your hands), and voice control. Its built in camera has face recognition to bring up your profile, or use Skype. DLNA CERTIFIED® connectivity lets you remotely access music, video, and photos. The 1080p display has over two million pixel resolution, along with an SRS TruSurround HD sound system. …More…
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[ Read More → ]| **New for 2014. The H6350 Series is Samsung’s Best LED backlit TV from Samsung without 3D. This 55-inch full HD 1080p HDTV is a Smart TV and has DLNA CERTIFIED® connectivity to let you remotely access music, video, and photos from your computer, phone and other devices. 120Hz combined with CMR 240 provides blur free, clear motion when watching fast action sports or movies. Sound is presented with DTS Premium Sound™ 5.1 with two 10 watt speakers. SmartView 2.0 allows you to stream TV content to your Smartphone or tablet. The Samsung H6350 Series Smart TV has been upgraded with a Quad Core Processor to speed up Smart TV operations, allow multitasking and provide new TV functions. The UN55H6350 is Internet Ready allowing you to access Netflix (with subscription), Amazon, Youtube, Facebook, Weather, Blockbuster, Hulu Plus, Twitter, Sports and more. This year’s model comes with a Full Web Browser. You can access this content wirelessly through your home network with the Built-in wireless WiFi Adapter or plugin an ethernet cable. ConnectShare™ Movie allows you to plug in USB devices to your TV and watch content on the big screen. …More…
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[ Read More → ] Dyson’s best upright pet hair vacuum for 2013. The Dyson DC41 Animal has updated its Radial Root Cyclone™ Technology to increase suction power. The motorized brush bar makes this model ideal for removing pet hair. For delicate rugs and hard floors, the brush bar can be turned off. Dyson’s new lightweight upright ball vacuum is ideal for those who want a powerful vacuum that doesn’t lose suction, but also don’t want to have to work with a heavy floor-cleaning machine. Equipped with Dyson Ball technology, this upright vacuum cleaner sits on a ball for easy twisting and turning around furniture and obstacles. This version is Dyson’s best vacuum for pet hair. The DC41 Animal version includes the new “tangle-free”, air-driven Mini Turbine Tool to clean upholstery, cars, and stairs of dust, dirt, and pet hair. The new cleaner head on the DC41 Animal self-adjusts which gives you more suction power. Hepa filtration for cleaner air. …More…
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[ Read More → ] The Hoover Elite Commercial C1404 weighs only 11.5 pounds and is one of the lightest Hoover full-size bagged uprights available. This commercial unit is designed for heavy duty daily use and is simple in design. The Hoover C1404 is primarily for carpets, and has no onboard accessories which provides for a lightweight vacuum. Manual 4 Position Height Adjustment for different floor surfaces. The 3-position handle goes flat to pass under low furniture. For convenience, the power switch is located in the handle. Powerful two brush agitator combs through the carpet. The brush roll vibrates the carpet, allowing the vacuum’s airflow to remove embedded grit. Non-Marking furniture guard protects walls and furniture. The C1404 has a Triple filtration allergen system. Micro-Tex triple-layered outer bag material. Takes type “A” Vacuum Bags. Type A bags come in standard, allergen, and HEPA varieties. Includes a long 35 foot orange power cord, and 1 year commercial warranty. …More…
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[ Read More → ]| New for 2012. Samsung’s top of the line, third generation of 3D LED backlit TVs from Samsung. SmartReview previewed the ES8000 series at CES 2012 (see our commentary). Samsung’s UN60ES8000 60-inch LED backlit HDTV (with Micro Dimming Ultimate) is 3D ready and comes with 4 pairs of 3D glasses. The new for 2012 Micro Dimming Ultimate LED backlight technology is an improvement to last year’s Micro dimming. It uses special edge mounted LEDs to enable the controlled lighting of variable size areas. This provides for better picture and contrast whether watching 2D or 3D. 3D movies such as Avatar and other movies have created demand for 3D programming for HDTVs for the home. With this HDTV you can use the included 3D glasses with 3D Blu-ray players, and watch 3D specific programming as they come available on cable and satellite. Ultra Clear Panel eliminates reflections, boosts contrast ratio. Included on this TV is 960 CMR (clear motion rate) and 240Hz anti-blur technology. 30,000,000:1 Mega Dynamic Contrast (highest we have reviewed). This full HD 1080p HDTV has several new ways to interface with the TV, including Gesture control (using your hands), and voice control. Its built in camera has face recognition to bring up your profile, or use Skype. DLNA CERTIFIED® connectivity lets you remotely access music, video, and photos. The 1080p display has over two million pixel resolution, along with an SRS TruSurround HD sound system. …More…
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[ Read More → ]| *New for 2012. Panasonic’s midrange HC-V700MK Dual Flash Memory Camcorder with 3D Compatibility. This model replaces the extremely popular TM90 series. It records to its internal 16GB memory or to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards in Full HD video. ( This camcorder features High-density, ultra-smooth video at 1080/60p Recording (Full-HD 1920 x 1080, 60 Progressive frames Recording). It also includes a fast F1.8-F3.4 lens that was created for the HDC-V700MK to help in low light situations. The new lens has a wider 28mm wide-angle lens which can fit more people and more of the background into the frame than a conventional lens. When the optional 3D Conversion Lens is attached, the V700mk can record in 3D. The new imaging sensor is a large 1/2.33″ High Sensitivity MOS Sensor which can provide up to 1,920 x 1,080 of HD resolution. Takes 6.1 megapixel still pictures. Included are advanced features such as the new Hybrid optical/digital image stabilization with HYBRID O.I.S. which uses five-axis correction to suppress blurring, 21x optical zoom (Intelligent Zoom function can go up to 46x) …More… | |
[ Read More → ]| *New for 2012. The top of the line compact Panasonic HC-X900MK replaces the top-rated TM900 model. This Dual Flash camcorder has 3D Compatibility with optional 3D lens. Features a built-in 32gb of internal memory to record Full HD video (you can also use SDHC/SDXC memory cards). This camcorder features High-density, ultra-smooth video at 1080/60p Recording (Full-HD 1920 x 1080, 60 Progressive frames Recording). It includes a new fast F1.5-F2.8 wide angle lens that was created for the HC-X900 to help in low light situations. Takes 16 megapixel still pictures. Included are advanced features such as the new Hybrid optical/digital image stabilization (more effective than last year’s model), 12x optical zoom and , Manual controls and a focus ring, electronic viewfinder, 24p accessory shoe, and external microphone jack, and Time Lapse Recording. At full resolution the camcorder records to MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (original format) at a 28mbps bit rate, and you can record over 2 hours and 40 minutes of video using the included 32gb of internal memory. More with additional memory cards. …More… | |
[ Read More → ]| New for 2012. Samsung’s LED backlit TVs from Samsung without 3D. Upgraded 5,000,000:1 Mega Dynamic Contrast. This full HD 1080p HDTV is a Smart TV and has DLNA CERTIFIED® connectivity to let you remotely access music, video, and photos from your computer, phone and other devices. The 40-Inch 1080p display has over two million pixel resolution, along with an SRS TruSurround HD sound system. The Samsung ES6100 series is an Internet Ready Smart TV which will allow you to access Netflix (with subscription), Youtube, Facebook, Blockbuster, Hulu Plus, Twitter, Sports and more. You can access this content wirelessly through your home network with the Built-in wireless Wifi Adapter. …More…
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SmartReview.com attended the Consumer Electronics show in Las Vegas (CES 2012) to bring back information on the latest products for 2012. Here is a short overview of what caught our attention at the show in regards to the latest Camcorders. For 2012 we are seeing unique innovations and technologies, including camcorders with a built-in projector, 4K camcorders, WiFi connectivity, Upload video to mobile devices, advanced image stabilization, and more 3D camcorders. 2012 models have arrived in the March/April time frame.
[ Read More → ]| *New for 2011 The mid range Nikon D5100 SLR is one of Nikon’s best selling SLRs in 2011. The D5100 replaces the popular D5000 and is lighter and smaller than last year’s model, but loaded with new features. Upgraded from 14.2 to 16.2 megapixels. Same image sensor as the higher priced D7000. New for 2011 is the addition of Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound. The ISO for low light photography has improved from 3200 to 6400 (expandable to 25,600). Its side articulated 3 inch display now is super high res with almost 4x the resolution of last year (at 921,000 pixels). Addition of 14-bit NEF Raw Mode. Also new for 2011 are In-camera effects filters for both picture and video modes. Other features include LiveView so you can frame your movies and pictures, EXSPEED 2 processor, 4.0 fps continuous shooting, Ultrasonic Dust Removal System removes dust from the sensor automatically, Active D-Lighting function which can vastly improve shadows and highlights of high-contrast scenes. Includes the 18-55mm optical image stabilized (VR) Lens. 11 AF points (with 3D tracking). …More … | |
[ Read More → ] The entry level Nikon D3100 SLR is one of Nikon’s best selling SLRs. The D3100 is designed for anyone who wants to take pictures without worrying about settings. It replaces the popular Nikon 3000. Upgraded from 10.2 to 14.2 megapixels. New is the addition of Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound. This is the first Nikon DSLR to record 1080p video. Also new for 2010 is the addition of LiveView so you can frame your movies and pictures with the large 3-inch LCD screen (230,000 pixels). 3.0 fps continuous shooting, Ultrasonic Dust Removal System removes dust from the sensor automatically. Active D-Lighting function which can vastly improve shadows and highlights of high-contrast scenes. Includes the 18-55mm optical image stabilized (VR) Lens.Compatible with all NIKKOR AF-S and AF-I lenses that have an autofocus motor. In-camera photo editing: After shooting, the D3100’s photo editing functions allow for in-camera retouching. Upgraded Nikon EXPEED 2 Image Processor, and 11 point autofocus system. Improved ISO to 3200, 6 automatic exposure modes.
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