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Samsung Plasma C7000

Plasma fans can join the 3D bandwagon too, with the April launch of the Samsung Plasma C7000, which also includes the company's IPTV portal, Internet@TV.

Panasonic sued over plasma picture quality

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Panasonic in the US, complaining of picture quality degradation, including a loss of black-level performance.

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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.
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.
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.
LG 42PQ60D

The LG 42PQ60D is a budget plasma that also performs like one. While design and picture quality are mostly good, we'd spend a little bit more on a Panasonic instead.
LG 50PG79ED

The LG 50PG79ED offers an excellent picture for the price and adds a useful, though at times idiosyncratic, digital recorder with 160GB of space.
Panasonic TH-42PZ800A

If sport or movies are your aim then plasma is still the king, and the Panasonic TH-42PZ800A offers a great picture for a great price.
Panasonic TH-42PX8A

The Panasonic TH-42PX8A is a marked improvement on the 700 series, which is quite an achievement for a budget plasma. Pity it's not true HD, though.

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Features

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.
Top 5 plasma TVs

Looking to buy a flat-screen TV for Christmas? If so, then the smart money is on plasma: excellent picture quality, large sizes, and capable of displaying high-definition content. We look at five of the best.
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?
Best 1080p televisions

Choosing a TV can be hard, but trying to come to terms with all the jargon is even tougher. We simplify things by choosing the best 1080p televisions — all featuring the highest consumer resolution there is.

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News

Sony scraps OLED for Japan, OKs Australia

Sony has confirmed it will continue to sell OLED panels in Australia despite announcing that it is halting sales and production for Japan due to "weak demand".
Panasonic plasma brightness 'problem' won't be fixed

Panasonic plasmas have been reported to be increasing in brightness after a certain period of use causing some users to complain, but the company says this is normal and will not be fixed.
LG's best plasma adds Wii-like remote control

At CES, LG announced its flagship plasma, the PK950, which features a Wiimote-like remote control and user interface.
Panasonic makes 3D HD official with VT25 plasma TV series

Panasonic reveals details of its first 3D HD television: the VT25 plasma.

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DIYs and How-to

How to get the best deal on a new TV

If you're looking to buy a new television, there are a lot of things to consider. Thankfully, you don't have to do it alone, as CNET Australia is here to help.
720p vs 1080p: Which should I buy?

Looking to buy a new television and wondering whether it's worth saving money on a lower-resolution set? We go over the pros and cons of 1080p and 720p.
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.
Perfect Picture: 4 steps to DIY TV calibration

Watch our video to see how to adjust the brightness, contrast, sharpness and colour of your television to get optimum results.