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  LG 42PG60UD

  The LG 42PG60UD is a large improvement on the LG plasma range and will no doubt suit anyone looking for a 720p television with style and quality.

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  LG Scarlet 42LG60FD

  The LG 42LG60FD, or Scarlet as it's otherwise known, is a flashy, style-oriented LCD which thankfully has the performance and features to back it all up.

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  Panasonic Viera TX-37LZD800A

  The Panasonic Viera TX-37LZD800A is a 37-inch LCD television which features 1080p/24p support, three HDMI ports and a 10,000:1 dynamic contrast.

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  Conceptronic Grab 'n' Go Multimedia Player

  The Grab 'n' Go Multimedia Player makes a decent play at the budget-end of the playback market — but its limitations are obvious.

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  Sony Bravia KDL52X3100

  The Sony Bravia KDL52X3100 is a decent 52-inch LCD television with an involving, detailed picture but is about to be eclipsed by next-gen models.

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  Samsung unveils new TVs, home theatre

  Samsung has come out swinging with 1080p and picture quality its main weapons in order to attract your TV dollars in 2008.

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  Best 32-inch LCD TVs

  We look at five of the best 32-inch LCD televisions and are surprised by the level of competition and the number of features offered for the price.

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  2007: The best of home theatre

  We pick our favourite A/V gear released in the past year -- from televisions to disk players and even to a particular high-def games console.

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  Last-minute quirky gadget gifts

  We're getting down to the wire as far as Christmas gifts are concerned, but here are some last-minute options if you'd like to spoil a tech head.

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  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 five of the best 1080p televisions -- the highest resolution there is.

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  LG Scarlet 42LG60FD

  The LG 42LG60FD, or Scarlet as it's otherwise known, is a flashy, style-oriented LCD which thankfully has the performance and features to back it all up.

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  Panasonic Viera TX-37LZD800A

  The Panasonic Viera TX-37LZD800A is a 37-inch LCD television which features 1080p/24p support, three HDMI ports and a 10,000:1 dynamic contrast.

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  Sony Bravia KDL32V4000

  The Sony Bravia KDL32V4000 is the company's smallest 1080p television and features three HDMI ports, the XMB and a choice of three colours.

• Plasma vs LCD: Which is right for you?

  Update: Which type of flat panel display, plasma or LCD, is right for you? And which will give you more bang for your buck?

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  Sony Bravia KDL52X3100

  The Sony Bravia KDL52X3100 is a decent 52-inch LCD television with an involving, detailed picture but is about to be eclipsed by next-gen models.

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  Logitech Harmony One

  If you're looking for a sturdy, workhorse remote and don't want to pay through the nose then the Logitech Harmony One is an excellent choice.

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  Samsung LA32R81BDX

  The Samsung LA32R81BDX delivers excellent image quality across high definition and standard definition content and will suit most users’ needs.

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  Sony Bravia KDL-32D3100

  If you are in the market for a high quality television but have limited space, the Sony Bravia KDL-32D3100 will certainly fit the bill nicely.

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  Sharp AQUOS LC-42PD7X

  The Sharp LC42PD7X is the best 42inch LCD panel on the market. It isn't perfect, but its incredible image quality and reasonable price point outweigh any minor shortcomings.

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  Pioneer PDP-LX608A

  The Pioneer PDP-LX608A is an amazing full-HD, 1080p screen, and justifiably sits at the apex of the company's plasma range.

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  Pioneer PDP-LX508A

  The Pioneer Kuro PDP-LX508A is the undisputable class leader in black level and colour vibrancy. However, these attributes don't quite warrant the premium pricing.

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  Panasonic TH-50PZ700A

  Despite a recent price drop, the Panasonic TH-50PZ700A still struggles in the face of its main competitor, the Pioneer Kuro.

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  Samsung LA46F81BDX

  The Samsung LA46F81BDX could have been such a great television but its poorly implemented 100Hz feature has let it down miserably.

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  Panasonic VIERA TH-42PX70A

  The Panasonic VIERA TH-42PX70A is a sturdy all-rounder with superb picture quality and decent styling, only let down by some slight picture noise.

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  Sharp AQUOS LC-42PD7X

  The Sharp LC42PD7X is the best 42inch LCD panel on the market. It isn't perfect, but its incredible image quality and reasonable price point outweigh any minor shortcomings.

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  Samsung to bundle Foxtel HD+ with TVs

  Samsung is set to announce a bundling promotion of a free Foxtel iQ2 box with its new TVs in order to compete with Sony's new PS3 and Bravia deal.

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  Whaddyareckon?: Home theatre vs movie theatre

  Trips to the cinema: laughably old-fashioned or still a good night out? We put the home against the multiplex in this week's episode.

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  Panasonic range focuses on 1080p and plasma

  Panasonic has unveiled its 2008 range of televisions and home theatre in Sydney with HD recorders and plasmas high on its priority list.

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  Super Hi-Vision the next HD standard

  Plans are already afoot for the next version of HD — it's called Super Hi-Vision and it features four times the resolution of 1080p.

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  Green no longer just a fad in consumer tech

  Investors and tech industry leaders say being green is now critical to their bottom line.

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  James Cameron: 3D heading beyond movies

  The filmmaker tells digital advertisers that the kind of 3D experiences just making their way into movies will also reshape television and gaming.

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  New TV services to be shelved

  The federal government has shelved the launch of several new TV channels — including mobile services — amid concerns policy and technical flaws would make them unviable.

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  Foxtel iQ2 pricing exposed, long waits expected

  Foxtel has unwittingly unveiled its HD pricing today after inviting customers on its e-mail list to order its iQ2 set-top box, with callers experiencing long delays.

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  What's next for Apple? We think it's the remote

  After looking at what Apple has done in the past, there are some clues going forward. A good place to look is some of its older products, both software and hardware.

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  Sony announces 1080p Bravia range

  Sony has unveiled its 2008 range of Bravia LCDs which include new processing capabilities and better compatibility with other devices.

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  What a waste! Australian tech recycling options limited

  The overwhelming majority of councils in the Sydney metropolitan region fail to provide any direct e-waste recycling services for their residents.

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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. Executive editor David Carnoy tells you what to consider before buying.

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  Samsung responds to 100Hz Motion Plus issues

  The latest 'buzz word' for flat-screen television is 100Hz, but with some users experiencing problems, is it all that it's cracked up to be?

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  Plasma burn-in explained

  Still trying to decide between plasma and LCD and want to know about plasma burn-in effects? Well look no further as we go through what it is and how to avoid it.

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  Behind the scenes at MythBusters

  Get a cheeky peek into the strange, hilarious world of MythBusters as we join the crew to conduct a shark-related experiment.

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  Web TV Top 10

  Here's a list of 10 must-have Web TV bookmarks that are guaranteed to help you find something online worth seeing.

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  CES 2008 wrap: tech's crystal ball

  CES 2008 has wrapped for another year, and so CNET.com.au looks over the tech and the products we will be using in the years to come.

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  CES 2008: world's biggest tech show preview

  The annual International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the world's largest, and in the leadup to our exclusive CNET.com.au coverage here's what to expect from CES 2008.

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  Oi!: Sony unveils 'PS3 with Bravia' countdown timer

  Sony has unveiled its latest "Bonus PlayStation 3 with a Full HD Bravia TV" promotion with a new "armaggedon clock" gimmick, and the announcement that all HD Bravias are included.

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  Oi!: Sony resurrects Bravia and PS3 deal

  Despite some problems with its first promotion, Sony has decided to give its "free PlayStation with any 1080p Bravia" deal another go for the month of July.

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  Oi!: Poll: Will Top Gear Australia meet its great expectations?

  Last night SBS announced its choice of hosts for the Australian version of Top Gear: Charlie Cox, Warren Brown and Steve Pizzati. Take our poll and let us know how you think they'll fare.

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  Oi!: Pioneer sells out plasma

  Pioneer has announced new pricing for its range of Kuro plasmas in preparation for the next generation of televisions due later in the year, with one already selling out.

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  Oi!: LG gives a damn about Scarlet

  LG spends a lot of money on the launch party for its new viral advertising campaign, but will the TVs themselves stack up?

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  Oi!: Brand Tags' clouds cut through marketing hype

  CEOs and marketing types talk about improving or maintaining "brand values" all the time. But what do we really think of the companies that deliver us our modern existence? The site Brand Tags is attempting to find out.

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  Oi!: Panasonic plasma TVs: Now with added Wii-proofing

  In response to people hurling Wii-motes and breaking their expensive TVs, Panasonic has come up with a Wii-proof plasma television.

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  Oi!: New ASUS Eee TV, desktop PC and monitor

  ASUS has gone Eee crazy, and we're trembling with anticipation.

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  Oi!: Grundig's LCD TV is an iPod wanna-be

  Not that many iPods are actually white anymore, but that hasn't stopped other vendors from continuing to go the glossy colour-free route.

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  Plasma vs LCD: Which is right for you?

  Update: Which type of flat panel display, plasma or LCD, is right for you? And which will give you more bang for your buck?

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  Sony announces 1080p Bravia range

  Sony has unveiled its 2008 range of Bravia LCDs which include new processing capabilities and better compatibility with other devices.

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  Why HDMI? What you need to know before going digital

  Tired of all those messy home theatre cables ruining your living room's feng shui? Wondering why analog cables are still connecting your all-digital gear? There is a solution — HDMI.

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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. Executive editor David Carnoy tells you what to consider before buying.

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  Sony unveils 'PS3 with Bravia' countdown timer

  Sony has unveiled its latest "Bonus PlayStation 3 with a Full HD Bravia TV" promotion with a new "armaggedon clock" gimmick, and the announcement that all HD Bravias are included.

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  Best LCD TVs over 40-inch

  CNET.com.au looks at the best LCD televisions available today, featuring everything from 1080p to 100Hz and from sizes 40 inches and up.

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  Panasonic range focuses on 1080p and plasma

  Panasonic has unveiled its 2008 range of televisions and home theatre in Sydney with HD recorders and plasmas high on its priority list.

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  Samsung to bundle Foxtel HD+ with TVs

  Samsung is set to announce a bundling promotion of a free Foxtel iQ2 box with its new TVs in order to compete with Sony's new PS3 and Bravia deal.

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  How to connect your HDTV

  In this guide, we help make connecting your TV to the rest of your system less intimidating, and explain all the relevant technologies.

• Quick guide to TV types

• Plasma vs. LCD

• Digital TV buying guide

• Big screen TV buying guide

• Quick guide to TV calibration