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Plasma vs. LCD: Six things you need to know

You know you want a flat TV, but you may not know whether a plasma or an LCD is best for you. We examine what you should consider before buying.

Best sports games

Most of us aren't born with the ball-thwacking ability of Tiger Woods, the wheel twirling skills of Michael Schumacher or the heading ability of Tim Cahill.

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Reviews

  • Panasonic Viera TH-P42S10A

    For a budget plasma, the Panasonic Viera TH-P42S10A certainly doesn't perform like one and boasts a significant improvement on last year's models.

  • NHL 10

    While it isn't as big of a leap forward as last year's game, NHL 10 is still one fantastic hockey sim.

  • LG 50PS70FD

    The LG 50PS70FD with "Time Machine Link" is an even better deal than its more expensive sibling, and is just as capable as a television.

  • Pioneer PDP-C509A

    The Pioneer PDPC509A is the last of the mighty Kuros, and features a 1080p resolution, three HDMI ports and enhanced contrast in bright environments.

  • Samsung PS50B850

    The Samsung PS50B850 is an attractively slim plasma TV that offers all the latest bells and whistles with good picture quality to boot.

  • LG 50PS80FD

    The LG LG 50PS80FD "Time Machine" plasma is a very good all-rounder, which also doubles as a useful DVR — as long as you don't expect too much from it.

  • Panasonic VIERA TH-P50G10A

    The Panasonic VIERA TH-P50G10A is a 50-inch plasma which features three HDMI ports and a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio.

  • Panasonic VIERA TH-P42G10A

    The Panasonic VIERA TH-P42G10A is a 42-inch plasma which features three HDMI ports, 1080p resolution and a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio.

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  • Best party games

    Got people over? Not sure how to keep them entertained as you're preparing the beef bourguignon? Check out this collection of great party games.

  • Best strategy games

    Are you a general in training? Someone who prefers to direct the battle, even if you sometimes zoom in for the final kill? Sounds like you're a strategy player. Launch your own epic conflict with these top strategy games.

  • Best first-person shooter games

    For the elite gamer nothing beats a first-person shooter. Whether battling alien hordes or human armies, there's something for everyone who wants to pick up a gun and fight (digitally, of course).

  • Best role-playing games

    If you live to battle with thousands of fellow warriors, then you're an RPG fan. A genre most at home on the PC, role-playing games are sneaking on to consoles as well, giving fantasy fans of all kinds something to get excited about.

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  • Panasonic readies 3D plasma display

    Panasonic has developed a full-HD 3D plasma panel and high-precision active shutter glasses for the consumer market. The 50-inch prototype will be unveiled at the Ceatec Japan 2009 trade show next week.

  • Sony and Panasonic give away BD players

    Sony has followed on Panasonic's heels (who followed on LG's and Sony's before it) to give away a Blu-ray player with its Bravia TVs.

  • Can Panasonic save plasma?

    Pioneer and NEC have exited the plasma market, leaving the mantle of responsibility on Panasonic's shoulders. But can the best technology survive?

  • Pioneer plasma withdrawal won't mean cheaper Kuros

    Customers looking to snap up a bargain-priced plasma after Pioneer's TV pull-out announcement will be disappointed as local representatives say prices will stay the same.

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