Typical price: £1,300
What is it: 42-inch LCD TV with 1080p 'Full HD' compatibility
What we think: Features galore and good performance means you get a lot of television for your money
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 29 June 2007
Tags: LG Electronics, LG 42LY95, Blu-ray, human, presets
We like:
Ease of use; vibrant colours and smooth motion; good connectivity
We don't like:
Slightly weak black levels; screen not quite big enough to really show off 1080p
You might also need:
Sky HD box, PS3 or Xbox 360, Blu-ray or HD DVD player
CNET UK judgement:
While a bigger screen might be necessary to really appreciate 1080p's charms, this television certainly provides a lot of bang for your buck. Stacks of features, good connectivity, handsome looks and a slick, user-friendly menu system put it in the top tier of affordable LCD televisions
Full review:
Plainly put, 1080p (aka 'Full HD') is the pinnacle of hi-def. It's the highest-quality format of high-definition video available in the home today, but unfortunately not every HD Ready television or projector on the market is able to display it -- in fact it's only supported by a very small proportion. Continue Reading...
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