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3D TVs, cameras and ebooks highlight Samsung 2010 showcase

Many of the devices were first unveiled at CES, but now we have some clarity on what models we'll see hitting the Australian market in the coming months.

Panasonic Viera TH-L37V10A

The Panasonic Viera TH-L37V10A is a good all-rounder if you're looking for a smaller flatscreen, and the styling's pretty easy on the eye too.

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Reviews

HP Pavilion dv5-1050tx

The sleek design and good performance of the HP Pavilion dv5-1050tx makes it a solid contender, but don't plan on removing the power cord any time soon.
Fujitsu P50XHA58EB

The Fujitsu P50XHA58EB is a decent plasma screen but it has been eclipsed both in terms of price and performance by younger upstarts.
Sony BRAVIA KDS60R2000

While the Sony KDS60R2000 rear-projection TV may not have the size of a flatscreen, it certainly boasts the image and connectivity chops at a sensible price.
NEC Multeos M46

The M46 produces an impressive image, but the add-ons required will make it an expensive option for most home theatre buyers, unless you're planning on setting up a customised video wall
i-Vision 922 video glasses

These quirky virtual display specs are fun and attention-grabbing, but the price exceeds the novelty value.
Yamaha YSP-900SW

If you have limited space or patience for calibrating speakers, but still crave surround sound action, Yamaha's sound projector range could be the ticket.
Sanyo PDP42XS1 plasma television

Sanyo's latest plasma offering, the 42-inch PDP42XS1, just sneaks under the AU$3000 mark and should tempt those looking for a bargain.
ViewSonic N4060W LCD TV

The ViewSonic N4060W is a 40" (102cm) HD-ready LCD TV that offers great value for money and loads of video connectors, despite being hobbled by an analogue tuner and some image quality issues.

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Features

Plasma vs. LCD: Which is right for you?

Which type of flat panel display, plasma or LCD, is right for you? And which will give you more bang for your buck?
Power consumption: How much are your gadgets costing you?

With Earth Hour making us aware of the need to conserve electricity, we conduct a real-world test to see just how much our TVs, computers and other home electronics equipment costs to run.
Best of CES Awards

Since 2006, CNET has presented the Best of CES Awards, given to the top products in 10 categories as well as one coveted Best in Show award. See the gadgets that topped our list for this year, and find out the People's Voice winner, decided by more than 10,000 member votes.
Is it time to go HD?

Want to know whether HD is worth it yet? Here is our look at what's changed in the world of high-def lately — and what's on the horizon.

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News

Three challenges for 3D TV

CES 2010 doesn't officially start until later this week, but we can already tell you what the biggest trend will be: 3D TV.
Panasonic optimistic about 3D TV

Panasonic is hoping to capitalise on James Cameron's new 3D film Avatar by launching its own 3D technology for the home at CEATEC in Japan this week.
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.
OLED TV makers look to shift out of neutral

Samsung and LG say they intend to increase production of bigger TVs using the new technology, though that is still years away.

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DIYs and How-to

LCD and Plasma pros and cons

LCD or plasma? Screens come in many different sizes, with the largest consumer panel topping out at about 70 inches. In this tutorial, we'll discuss which format works best for your living space.
CNET monitor buying guide

Confused by the choice in monitors these days? We separate the muck from the magic.
Big Screen Buyers' Guide: UPDATE

Taking the plunge with a big screen television? Here's 10 questions you should be asking yourself before you hit the shops.
DIY tips for home theatre projects

Are you handy? If so, you can follow this advice to backlight your TV, then build your own speaker stands and projection screen.