Toshiba 32WL56 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Guy Cocker

Reviewed on: 2 November 2005

Tags: Toshiba, Toshiba 32WL56, HDMI, high definition, remote control

We like:

Hi-def compatibility; simple menu system; Active Vision picture processing; HDMI input

We don't like:

Dull, grey styling; component video requires adaptor; lacks Freeview tuner; only one RGB Scart

You might also need:

HDMI cable, Scart cable, component to VGA adaptor, aerial

CNET UK judgement:

Toshiba's WL56 range squares up against Samsung's latest LCDs nicely, offering nearly all the same features except Freeview. Its dull styling and lack of component video inputs marr the experience though, and the picture quality is ever so slightly worse. It's still a bargain offering, but can't take the budget crown

Full review:

The world of televisions is going through a huge change of late, and the transition has been plagued with confusion for potential buyers. What is high definition? Will my TV be redundant within the next few years? Is LCD better than plasma? Now though, the big picture is finally coming together (if you'll excuse the pun). High-definition compatibility is becoming standard, as is HDMI connectivity -- both guaranteeing your new TV won't be consigned to the scrapheap any time soon. (And if you're still not sure, check out our guide to buying an HD TV.) We're even seeing more Freeview-enabled TVs than the old analogue variety these days. Most importantly, flat screens just keep on dropping in price, and this Toshiba is the closest competitor to the current budget king, the Samsung LE32R41BD. Continue Reading...