With 2011 now in the history books, it’s time again to look forward to new HD home theater products.  We’ve collected all our inside industry clues and trends to make 12 predictions for the HDTVs in the New Year.

And so you know we’re honest, we’ll  begin with how we did on last year’s predictions.

2011 Recap

Our 2011 predictions lead with a forecast of lower priced 3D TVs and this came true in spades with significant price drops of all 3D sets with a number large screens breaking the sub-$1000 and even the sub $800 price level. 2D sets also dropped significantly, bringing historically the lowest prices ever such as 40-Inch LCDs for $299.

We correctly predicted new active 3D eyewear from vendors.  Samsung, also as we predicted, switched away from infrared to RF sync.

We forecast larger than 70-Inch LCD panels and we were spot on with the introduction of Sharp’s 80-Inch LED LCD TV, although the first model was not 3D as we expected.

3D picture quality improved substantially, as we wrote. Passive 3D grew also as expected with TVs from LG
,Vizio, Toshiba and some no-name vendors as well. We missed the mark on Full HD active passive and it looks like that technology may not appear soon.

Plasma TVs got thinner in depth with skinnier bezels and better black level performance.  LED LCD performance improved as we figured with the debut of the Elite by Sharp TVs.

We blew it on the new LCD panel tech predictions, with all companies carrying over their 2010 panel technology designs. Connected TV market penetration exploded with this feature appearing on many major manufacturers lines with the exception of entry level models. The technology also migrated to Blu-ray disc players and new freestanding boxes.

The number of Blu-ray 3D Discs increased exponentially, with over 150 titles now available. Samsung launched a 3D streaming site on its connected TVs too. Cable and satellite did not keep pace with any new 3D channels in 2011.

Onto 2012 predictions

OLEDs

1) 2012 will be the most significant year in TV display technology in 15 years! 1997 was the year Fujitsu introduced the world’s first large-screen flat-panel display, a 42″ 480p plasma TV. In 2012 LG and Samsung will introduce the revolutionary OLED HDTV technology in the 55″ screen size. OLED can produce high defintion images that outperform the best LED LCDs and plasmas. The most significant improvement is in contrast, which happens to be the most important characteristic for top image quality. Unlike any current plasma or LED LCD, the OLED can completely shut-off light emissions on a per-pixel basis. The result, in theory, is an infinite contrast ratio. However, marketing guys like numbers so you will see them in 80,000,000:1 range or higher. This improvement will be immediately noticeable in a dark viewing environment, but not in a store like Best Buy that’s lit like a Christmas tree.

In addition to perfect jet-black blacks against bright whites and vibrant colors, the OLEDs have other fine performance attributes. Motion blur is non-existent due to a response time measured in fractions of a microsecond (millionths of a second). By comparison, LED LCDs are measured in the number of milliseconds (thousandths of a second)

OLEDs are emissive displays, like plasmas and CRTs. Because of this, OLEDs have a near perfect 180 degree viewing angle without the color shift or contrast reduction seen on every LCD and LED LCD.

OLEDs have the thinnest form factor of any display technology. Look for depths of 4mm (3/16th of an inch) or less. That does create one problem, no room for the required power supply, tuner, and TV circuitry, so expect a separate box for inputs, switching and probably speakers.

OLED are by far the greenest TVs ever designed. We expect power consumption to be around one-half of the current large screen LED LCDs perhaps using a little as a 50 watt light bulb.

We predict LG and Samsung will ship 55-inch 3D ready product in the US in 2012. According to industry sources, Panasonic is converting one of its LCD plants into an OLED panel factory, although we are not certain its products will arrive in 2012. Sharp and Sony are also developing large screen OLED, though we don’t yet know when they will arrive to our shores.

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Bigger is Better

2) According to a recent survey by NPD DisplaySearch, US consumers prefer bigger screens to smaller Internet streaming or 3D capable TVs. We predict the industry will respond with many 70-inch and larger sets for 2012. LG just announced an 84-incher (pictured below), and we expect even bigger, perhaps hitting or breaking the 90-inch class. A wide variety of vendors will offer TVs with 70-inch or larger screens, including some of the lesser-name brands like Vizio and Westinghouse. Others will join in along with the top-tier name-brand companies.

The Connected TV Evolution

3) While all the top-selling brands are currently offering Internet-connected TVs with streaming and apps, the rumored Apple iTV will launch in 2012, and will take Smart TVs to the next level. HD Guru predicts Apple will provide the biggest and widest selection of TV programming, giving consumers the first real opportunity to “cut the cable.”

The missing link on Smart TVs has been limited selection of TV programs that mimic the networks current fare. We see this product as the launching pad for streaming services that directly compete against cable and satellite.

We also predict cable companies will respond by charging consumers an additional “pay per bit” fee on top of the cost of Internet service if one should drop their cable service.

New Fangled Remote Controls

4) Look for remotes from a number of TV makers that will use voice, gestures, motion or other ways to better control the display device. LG has already announced its Magic Motion remote will incorporate voice control in select 2012 models. We expect the Apple iTV to take TV control functions where no set has gone before.

4K

5)  A number of the major TV makers will begin to offer large screens with resolutions four times HDTV (3840 x 2160). Standard and high definition will be internally upconverted to 4K resolution. Based on demonstrations  we’ve seen,we have big doubts most consumers will see a significant difference between current high definition and SD upconverted programs, especially if the screen is less than 80-inches diagonal.

More 3D

6) The number of 3D disc titles will grow by well over 100% in 2012, with the arrival of more movies and new 3D-based content. Expect to see more 3D sports programs including the first NFL games and limited amounts of the Summer Olympics. More content will become available via Internet streaming as well. We predict the sports will renew interest in the format.

Glassesless 3D

7) First generation glassless 3D will arrive. We expect it will include eye tracking allowing a limited number of viewers to sit anywhere in the room and see the 3D effect. These sets will be top-of-the line LED LCDs, with 4K screens, Internet streaming and a long list of features .

Full Resolution Passive 3D

8) LG is on board, and we expect three or more other companies to offer 4K HDTVs that include passive 3D technology that uses the same lightweight cheap glasses as you get in many movie theaters. While all current passive HDTVs provide half the vertical resolution of active 3D HDTVs, the 4Ks will maintain Full HD resolution.  We expect these TVs to be in the 60-inch and larger category.

Gen 3 Google TV

9) If you don’t succeed, try, try, again. The third iteration of Google TV will gain good reviews from reporters and consumers as a number major set makers begin to offer HDTVs that use its Internet platform. The TV makers will remain leery, given Google TVs poor track record in Sony TVs, their Blu-ray player and the Logitech Revue all of which failed in the marketplace in 2011. All TV companies offering the Google platform will sell it as a separate line of products rather than across the board to hedge their bets.

Another Major TV Brand Will Exit the Business

10) 2011 will go down as the year TV makers lost more money than ever before. We’ve already seen serious consolidation and dropouts with JVC selling its TV brand name to Taiwanese company AmTRAN in 2011. Sony’s recent announcement of the sale of its share of their joint LCD panel plant venture to partner Samsung is only the beginning. We predict at least one major TV brand will pull the plug on the US market in 2012 either with a complete exit or selling their name to a Chinese TV manufacturer.

Best Buy Will Change the Way It Sells TVs

11)  Best Buy’s formula of large stores and non-commissioned TV salesman has resulted in it increasingly becoming Amazon’s showroom. This cannot and will not continue… but not as you might think. We boldly predict Best Buy will get rid of its TV sales staff and follow the Wal-Mart model of “grab-and-go.” Consumers grab the TV, pay, and go out the exit door. Salesman will become stock clerks as Best Buy changes into a more competitive warehouse/online retailer model by revamping the TV department into a self service type of operation. A number of its larger stores will be divided up or closed to cut costs in an effort to return to profitability.

Small and Medium Screen HDTV Prices Will Stabilize

12)  The days of price erosion in the under-40-inch category will end as market demand picks up and the world economy stabilizes. TV makers can no longer afford to lose a billion or more dollars a year. The larger screens will continue to get cheaper with 60-inch models selling for the price of 2011 50-to-55-inch models, 70-inch product going for the price of 2011 60-to-65-inch product etc. All three remaining plasma makers (LG, Panasonic and Samsung) will continue to support the format with more emphasis on the larger screen models and product improvements as OLED sets will be very expensive for the next couple of years.

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Looking for the best gadgets and HDTV accessories for the gadget-loving HDTV accessorizing person in your life?

No problem. We here at HD Guru have picked out some inexpensive gifts from $5 to $499 that any tech fan will love.

Apple TV

Gary and I disagree about this one. He doesn’t like that it’s only 720p. I think it’s a fantastic, easy-to-use media streamer. Stream Netflix, rent/buy movies and TV shows from iTunes, and stream music and other content from your computer. An all-around fantastic product.

It’s $94.99 on Amazon.

Roku LT

For a bit less, you can get the Roku LT. You get Amazon instead of iTunes, and lose AirPlay (and anything like it built-in). On the other hand, it’s a lot cheaper, and you get HBO Go and Hulu Plus. A fantastic bargain.

The Roku LT is $49.99.

Logitech Revue

The Logitech Revue is 1080p plus has a great scaler and built-in web browser with wirless keyboard. The latest 3.1 version smoothes out some of the odd quirks. Look for our full review of the update soon. In the mean time, it’s a highly functional product for those looking to add Internet surfing to their living room.

The Logitech Revue is $99.99 from Amazon Direct.

Kindle Fire

Don’t believe the naysayers: the Kindle Fire is a fantastic product. It is not, in any way, an iPad competitor. The iPad is a tablet computer, the Fire is a portable content device. If you’re just looking for something to watch videos on, maybe surf the web, the Fire is excellent.

Amazon’s Kindle Fire is $199.

Disney WoW: World of Wonder

This excellent setup disc has tutorials to help you understand ever part of your home theater, and comes with extensive test patterns so you can dial in your HDTV’s settings.

Easily worth the money.

Disney’s WOW: World of Wonder is $25.99 on Blu-ray.

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Blu-ray player

Blu-ray players are insanely cheap now. Hard to find one that doesn’t have everything you need. This Panasonic has WiFi, streaming, and 3D. Pretty awesome for only $129.99.

Panasonic DMP-BDT210 $129.99 on Amazon.

TiVo Premiere Elite

This ultimate DVR features 4 HDTV tuners, 2 terabytes of storage, Netflix, Hulu Plus, Blockbuster and Amazon Instant Video. It’s even THX Certified.

The Premiere Elite is $482.83.

Undersea

In the gratuitous self-promotion category, I submit… my book! I wrote a sci-fi action adventure novel, and if you’re into that kind of thing, I think you’ll dig it. Here’s the synopsis and cover, to convince you of its awesomeness (not that I’m biased):

In a world flooded and irradiated by a nearly forgotten cataclysm generations passed, all that remains of civilization clings to life in two war-torn, city-sized submarines. For fifty years, the only peace between them has come from separation.

Now, young councilwoman Ralla Gattley has uncovered mysteries that will bring these two factions face-to-face, setting in motion events that will forever change their undersea world. Along the way she meets Thom Vargas, a bored fisherman and aspiring drunk who merely wants to climb one rung on the social ladder. Little does he know that single step may well put the fate of the world in his hands.

Undersea is $4.99 for Kindle, and $13.99 in paperback.

Geoff Morrison  @TechWriterGeoff

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Is it any good? We take a look.

The first takeaway from the DMP-BD75 is how small it is, at less than an inch-and-a-half tall and just over 7-inches deep. On the back are the barest of connections: HDMI, composite/analog stereo, and Ethernet. On the front is a USB connection for playback of images and video from flash drives. The lack of component video outputs isn’t surprising, now that the analog hole is closed. The lack of an optical or coaxial digital output for audio is interesting, though I guess forgiven considering the player’s price.

Setup is fast and easy, and it drops you into the new and stylish main menu. There was a reminder on screen to check for new firmware. My version was 1.07 and it upgraded to 1.19.

The remote is standard Panasonic fare, with big buttons but no backlighting. There is a dedicated Netflix button, which is great. Pictures are worth some words or something, so here’s a picture of the remote:

Pretty Menus

Pansonic’s menus have lagged behind the competition for several years. This isn’t a big deal performance-wise, but from a user experience standpoint, Samsung kicked their ass. Thankfully with the new models Panasonic has revamped the menus, much for the better. They’re easy to navigate, and while lacking the outright attractiveness of some of the competition, they’re no longer an eyesore. It’s important to note that while this player has Internet streaming and DLNA capabilities, it does not have the full Viera Connect interface of other new Panasonic models.

Boot times were pretty quick, not too surprising given this player’s billing as “Ultra-Fast Booting.” It takes about 20 seconds to get to the main menu. Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl takes roughly 45 seconds. Inglourious Basterds takes about 1:10. Resident Evil: Apocalypse took about 35 seconds.

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Scaling and Deinterlacing

With DVD content, the DMP-BD75 was pretty good. Using the video tests off the HQV Benchmark DVD, the rotating bar test pattern showed small jagges at the start of the green area, which is decent. The flag test on this same test had small, barely noticeable jaggies on the flag and there was some noise in the bricks in the background. In all, I’d give this a B-/B compared to other Blu-ray players. The upconversion of DVDs is very good, with lots of detail and minimal noise.

Using the Spears & Munsil Benchmark Blu-ray, the SD Bridge pattern had minimal jaggies. The HD rotating bar pattern on this disc looked excellent, with only slight jaggies as the bar approaches horizontal. The HD Ship test didn’t look quite as good, with small jaggies visible on most of the horizontal rigging. C+/B- overall on this disc.

The DMP-BD75 was able to pick up the 3:2 sequence with 480i and 1080i content, as you’d expect.

Netflix and Streaming

The Netflix interface is the newer variety, with big art and search. Like most new Netflix-streaming devices, the DMP-BD75 will output a 1080p signal with Netflix content. Scaling performance is quite good, most notably the most recent Star Trek, which is only available in SD. It looked a little better than most of the dedicated network streamers. There was no chroma upsampling error, which was an issue with some early Netflix-enabled Panasonic BD players.

Presumably due to the price, though not likely due to any hardware limitation, there are only three Internet content providers other than Netflix. You get VUDU, CinemaNow, and Napster. Notably absent is Pandora and Amazon Video on Demand, found on other Panasonic products. This is somewhat limiting, and an odd choice given that it wouldn’t require more hardware or memory space to include these missing and rather important services.

Conclusion

For under $100, it’s hard to find fault with the DMP-BD75. Sure it could use more streaming providers, it’s not 3D, and it doesn’t have wireless, but in reality, for a value oriented Blu-ray player it’s excellent. It gets people in the door of not only Blu-ray, but Netflix as well, while doing a great job scaling SD content. What more could you ask for $100?

The Panasonic DMP-BD75 Blu-ray Player is priced on Amazon for $89.17 (11% off MSRP of $99). HDGuru.com awards the DMP-BD75 a  ♥ ♥ ♥ ½  out of 5 heart rating.

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All the ideas after the jump.

The Disney World of Wonder Blu-ray is the perfect gift for the beginner and even fairly knowledgeable home theater enthusiast. It will teach all the basics about TVs and TV setup, and even comes with patterns to help you set up your TV. Great gift. Check out our review here.

Disney WOW: World of Wonder: $29.49

One of Geoff’s favorite speakers are the Audioengine 5s. They sound amazing for such little money. The style choice are the ones with the bamboo cabinet (real bamboo, not a veneer!), though if that doesn’t fit your decor, there’s also white and black for $125 less. The 5s are self powered, so all you need to do is send them a signal (from an iPod, or even your TV/Blu-ray player). A must-have for any office, bedroom or even as a starter home stereo.

Audioengine 5 (bamboo): $449 (or in black and white)

Projectors have gotten crazy cheap the past few years, and it’s at the point where it would be easy to have one on hand for the occasional movie night or big game. Even better, you can run a few power cables, and easily set up an outdoor movie night to invite your friends and neighbors (or not). The Vivitek D510 is only $370, and has an 800×600 resolution (a little better than DVD) and a claimed 2,600 lumens, which is pretty good.

Vivitek D510: $369.99

TiVo may seem like an odd gift, but for the person still so confused about DVRs they say “I watch enough TV,” give them this. It’s easy to use, and within a day they’ll understand the true beauty of DVRs-no commercials.

TiVo TCD746320 Premiere DVR: $92.22

The HAVA Platinum HD DVR by Monsoon streams your content anywhere in your home, and then anywhere in the world (presuming you have a fast internet connection). The HAVA accepts any HD video source and wirelessly streams it throughout your home in DVD-quality video. You can also watch and control programming on a mobile phone with a broadband Internet connection. A great gift for anyone who’s on spends a lot of time “on the road.”

Hava Platinum HD Tv: $116.57

Yep, a chair. But it’s a really, really good chair. Panasonic’s 30007KX is their best massage chair with 7 different styles of massage. Thirty-six air bags cover 460 sq. inches for your feet, legs, arms, hands, and of course, back and shoulders. It even “scans” your body to customize the massage. Disclaimer: we own one. Couldn’t live without it.

Panasonic EP30007 Massage Chair: $4,499.00

Then there’s the old standby… movies. Here are our picks for the best of 2010.
Avatar (Three-Disc Extended Collector’s Edition + BD-Live) [Blu-ray]: $24.99

Inception (Two-Disc) [Blu-ray]: $17.99

Toy Story 3 (Four-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy): $23.99

How to Train Your Dragon (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Dragon Double Pack): $18.99

Alien Anthology: $71.99

If you’re looking for a few more gifts, check out what we’re looking for in our stockings, and maybe you’ll find something for someone you know (which would be scary, cause then they’d be just like us…)

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Amazon is offering free one-day shipping on a ton of different products: from Blu-ray movies to home audio to digital cameras. Here’s a link to all the items available for free one-day shipping.

In addition, there’s still time and deals to be had on big-ticket items. Like 50+% LED TVs 3D TVs, and Blu-ray Players, 40+% off Plasma TVs, and more. Click through for all the deals.

Even if you don’t plan on buying from Amazon directly (and take advantage of their free shipping, price protection, and return privileges with free return shipping) use these deals as a price guide for other online shopping, or for negotiating a price with your local brick and mortar retailer. To help you get the best deal read our “Getting the Best HDTV Price” article. To help guide you to the right size screen, click on are “HDTV Viewing Distance Chart” which show the maximum “viewer to screen” distance for seeing full HD resolution for every size screen.

Also Check Out: Amazon’s Top Holiday Deals page.

On to today’s list:

Plasmas
1) Samsung PN58C550 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,999.99 Amazon: $1119.00 (44% discount – via Electronics Expo)

2) LG 50PK950 50-inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,699.99 Amazon: $989.76 (42% discount – via Electronics Expo)

3) LG 60PK550 60-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,799.99 Amazon: $1,119.96 (38% discount- via Electronics Expo)

LED LCDs
1) LG 47LE8500 Infinia Full HD 47-Inch 1080p 240Hz LED LCD TV- List: $2,699.99 Amazon: $1,279.88 (53% discount – via Vanns)

2) LG 47LE5400 47-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV- List $1,699.99 Amazon $945.34 (44% discount – via Electronics Expo)

3) LG 32LE5300 32-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED LCD HDTVList: $799.99 Amazon: $489.98 (39% discount)

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3D TVs – Also check out our Top 5 Best 3D TVs
1) Toshiba 46WX800 46-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $2,599.99 Amazon: $1,213.95 (53% discount) – Special deal includes 2 sets of 3D glasses AND a Blu-ray player.

2) Toshiba 55WX800 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $3,299.99 Amazon: $1,579.99 (52% discount) – Special deal includes 2 sets of 3D glasses.

3) LG 47LX6500 47-Inch 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED Plus LCD HDTV- List: $2,699.99 Amazon: $1,449.00 (46% discount)

4) LG 55LX6500 55-Inch 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED Plus LCD HDTV- List: $3,599.99 Amazon: $1,999.00 (44% discount)

Also check out our Cut The Cable? Connected Devices and Blu-ray Players Explained article.
1) Sharp AQUOS BDHP24 Blu-Ray Disc Player- List: $179.99 Amazon: $78.99 (56% discount)

2) Sony BDP-BX37 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player with Bonus HDMI Cable- List: $259.99 Amazon: $128.42 (51% discount – via TechNGnet)

3) Toshiba BDX2500 Blu-ray Disc Player- List: $179.99 Amazon: $93.22 (48% discount – via mistermoney-hq)

If you’re buying a TV, it’s important to make sure it’s setup correctly. To that end we highly recommend any one the following setup Blu-ray discs. Each offers slightly different things, but they’ll all setup your TV far better than you can do with just your eye (and no disc). You can also check out our reviews of these discs in our Must-Have Blu-ray TV Setup Discs Reviewed article.

1) Spears & Munsil High-Definition Benchmark

2) Digital Video Essentials: HD Basics

3) Disney WOW: World of Wonder

If you’ve already bought a TV, check out our article Screen Cleaners – A De-messifying Review
E-cloth CleanSafe by TADgreen INc. – $19.95 on Amazon-2 Pack
Klear Screen HD Screen Cleaner – $26.94 on Amazon
Monster ScreenClean – $29.69 on Amazon

Also check out the top 3 Blu-ray titles:

1) Inception (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $35.99 Amazon: $17.99 (50% discount)

2) Despicable Me (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $39.98 Amazon: $21.99 (45% discount) – Free One-Day shipping.

3) The Pacific (HBO Miniseries)-List $99.98 Amazon: $38.99 (61% discount)

Here’s the complete list best selling Blu-ray titles.

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Amazon is offering free one-day shipping on a ton of different products: from Blu-ray movies to home audio to digital cameras. Here’s a link to all the items available for free one-day shipping.

In addition, there’s still time and deals to be had on big-ticket items. Like 40-50% off plasmas and LED TVs. Click through for all the deals.

Even if you don’t plan on buying from Amazon directly (and take advantage of their free shipping, price protection, and return privileges with free return shipping) use these deals as a price guide for other online shopping, or for negotiating a price with your local brick and mortar retailer. To help you get the best deal read our “Getting the Best HDTV Price” article. To help guide you to the right size screen, click on are “HDTV Viewing Distance Chart” which show the maximum “viewer to screen” distance for seeing full HD resolution for every size screen.

Also Check Out: Amazon’s Top Holiday Deals page.

On to today’s list:

Plasmas
1) Samsung PN58C550 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,999.99 Amazon: $1129.00 (44% discount – via Electronics Expo)

2) LG 60PK550 60-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,799.99 Amazon: $1,112.43 (38% discount – via Electronics Expo)

3) LG INFINIA 50PK750 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,299.99 Amazon: $828.83 (36% discount- via Electronics Expo)

LED LCDs
1) LG 47LE8500 Infinia Full HD 47-Inch 1080p 240Hz LED LCD TV- List: $2,699.99 Amazon: $1,279.88 (53% discount – via Vanns)

2) LG 55LX6500 55-Inch 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED Plus LCD HDTV- List $3,599.99 Amazon $1,879.00 (48% discount – via Beach Camera)

3) LG 55LE5400 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTVList: $2,499.99 Amazon: $1,395.99 (44% discount)

All Best Selling LEDs

3D TVs – Also check out our Top 5 Best 3D TVs
1) Toshiba 46WX800 46-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $2,599.99 Amazon: $1,213.95 (53% discount) – Special deal includes 2 sets of 3D glasses AND a Blu-ray player.

2) Toshiba 55WX800 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $3,299.99 Amazon: $1,579.99 (52% discount) – Special deal includes 2 sets of 3D glasses.

3) LG 47LX6500 47-Inch 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED Plus LCD HDTV- List: $2,699.99 Amazon: $1,368.99 (49% discount – via Adorama Camera)

4) Panasonic VIERA TC-P42GT25 42-inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV- List: $1,699.95 Amazon: $949.00 (44% discount – via Wazingo) – Also gets you Avatar 3D on Blu-ray and some other stuff.

Also check out our Cut The Cable? Connected Devices and Blu-ray Players Explained article.
1) Sharp AQUOS BDHP24 Blu-Ray Disc Player- List: $179.99 Amazon: $78.99 (56% discount)

2) Sony BDP-BX37 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player with Bonus HDMI Cable- List: $259.99 Amazon: $128.42 (51% discount – via TechNGnet)

3) Toshiba BDX2500 Blu-ray Disc Player- List: $179.99 Amazon: $93.22 (48% discount – via mistermoney-hq)

If you’re buying a TV, it’s important to make sure it’s setup correctly. To that end we highly recommend any one the following setup Blu-ray discs. Each offers slightly different things, but they’ll all setup your TV far better than you can do with just your eye (and no disc). You can also check out our reviews of these discs in our Must-Have Blu-ray TV Setup Discs Reviewed article.

1) Spears & Munsil High-Definition Benchmark

2) Digital Video Essentials: HD Basics

3) Disney WOW: World of Wonder

If you’ve already bought a TV, check out our article Screen Cleaners – A De-messifying Review
E-cloth CleanSafe by TADgreen INc. – $19.95 on Amazon-2 Pack
Klear Screen HD Screen Cleaner – $26.94 on Amazon
Monster ScreenClean – $29.69 on Amazon

Also check out the top 3 Blu-ray titles:

1) Inception (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $35.99 Amazon: $17.99 (50% discount)

2) Despicable Me (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $39.98 Amazon: $21.99 (45% discount) – Free One-Day shipping.

3) The Pacific (HBO Miniseries)-List $99.98 Amazon: $38.99 (61% discount)

Here’s the complete list best selling Blu-ray titles.

(Note: Amazon prices may change; please keep checking our links. Amazon free returns, price protection and bundles only apply to Amazon direct sales not to affiliated vendors.)

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Amazon can still guarantee delivery in time for Christmas, and there’s still plenty of deals to choose from for you last minute shoppers. Like 53% off LED TVs, 52% off 3D TVs and more. Click through for all the deals.

Even if you don’t plan on buying from Amazon directly (and take advantage of their free shipping, price protection, and return privileges with free return shipping) use these deals as a price guide for other online shopping, or for negotiating a price with your local brick and mortar retailer. To help you get the best deal read our “Getting the Best HDTV Price” article. To help guide you to the right size screen, click on are “HDTV Viewing Distance Chart” which show the maximum “viewer to screen” distance for seeing full HD resolution for every size screen.

Also Check Out: Amazon’s Top Holiday Deals page.

On to today’s list:

Plasmas
1) LG INFINIA 50PK750 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,299.99 Amazon: $828.83 (36% discount – via Electronics Expo)

2) Samsung PN58C550 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,999.99 Amazon: $1,299.00 (35% discount)

3) LG 50PK950 50-inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,699.99 Amazon: $1,099.77 (35% discount- via OneCall)

LED LCDs
1) LG 47LE8500 Infinia Full HD 47-Inch 1080p 240Hz LED LCD TVList: $2,699.99 Amazon: $1,279.88 (53% discount – via Vanns)

2) Samsung UN40C6300 40-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV- List: $1,399.99 Amazon: $784.98 (44% discount)

3) LG 47LE5400 47-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV- List $1,699.99 Amazon $953.49 (44% discount)

All Best Selling LEDs

3D TVs – Also check out our Top 5 Best 3D TVs
1) LG 47LX6500 47-Inch 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED Plus LCD HDTV- List: $2,699.99 Amazon: $1,297.95 (52% discount – via Adorama Camera)

2) Toshiba 55WX800 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $3,299.99 Amazon: $1,579.99 (52% discount) – Special deal includes 2 sets of 3D glasses.

3) Toshiba 46WX800 46-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $2,599.99 Amazon: $1,291.99 (50% discount) – Special deal includes 2 sets of 3D glasses AND a Blu-ray player.

4) Panasonic VIERA TC-P42GT25 42-inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV- List: $1,699.95 Amazon: $949.00 (44% discount) – Also gets you Avatar 3D on Blu-ray and some other stuff. Click here for more info.

Blu-ray Players and other sources
1) Toshiba BDX2500 Blu-ray Disc Player- List: $179.99 Amazon: $99.00 (45% discount)

2) Sony BDP-BX37 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player with Bonus HDMI Cable- List: $259.99 Amazon: $139.92 (46% discount)

3) Panasonic DMP-BD45 Ultrafast-Booting Blu-ray Disc Player- List: $159.95 Amazon: $92.82 (42% discount – via Circuit City)

If you’re buying a TV, it’s important to make sure it’s setup correctly. To that end we highly recommend any one the following setup Blu-ray discs. Each offers slightly different things, but they’ll all setup your TV far better than you can do with just your eye (and no disc). You can also check out our reviews of these discs in our Must-Have Blu-ray TV Setup Discs Reviewed article.

1) Spears & Munsil High-Definition Benchmark

2) Digital Video Essentials: HD Basics

3) Disney WOW: World of Wonder

If you’ve already bought a TV, check out our article Screen Cleaners – A De-messifying Review
E-cloth CleanSafe by TADgreen INc. – $19.95 on Amazon-2 Pack
Klear Screen HD Screen Cleaner – $26.94 on Amazon
Monster ScreenClean – $29.69 on Amazon

Also check out the top 3 Blu-ray titles:

1) Inception (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $35.99 Amazon: $17.99 (50% discount)

2) Tangled (Four-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy)-List $49.99 Amazon: $29.99 (40% discount)

3) Despicable Me (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $39.98 Amazon: $17.99 (45% discount)

Here’s the complete list best selling Blu-ray titles.

(Note: Amazon prices may change; please keep checking our links. Amazon free returns, price protection and bundles only apply to Amazon direct sales not to affiliated vendors.)

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There’s still time to get a shiny new TV delivered for Christmas. We’ve got one of the best deals all season on a 58-inch Samsung plasma (44% off). Or how about four 3D TVs, all over 50% off. Click through for all the links.

Even if you don’t plan on buying from Amazon directly (and take advantage of their free shipping, price protection, and return privileges with free return shipping) use these deals as a price guide for other online shopping, or for negotiating a price with your local brick and mortar retailer. To help you get the best deal read our “Getting the Best HDTV Price” article. To help guide you to the right size screen, click on are “HDTV Viewing Distance Chart” which show the maximum “viewer to screen” distance for seeing full HD resolution for every size screen.

Also Check Out: Amazon’s Top Holiday Deals page.

On to today’s list:

Plasmas
1) Samsung PN58C550 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,999.99 Amazon: $1,119.99 (44% discount – via Electronics Expo)

2) Samsung PN50C7000 50-Inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV- List: $1,699.99 Amazon: $1,265.00 (37% discount – via Electronics Expo)

3) LG 50PK950 50-inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,699.99 Amazon: $1,299.00 (35% discount- via OneCall)

LED LCDs
1) LG 32LE5300 32-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED LCD HDTVList: $799.99 Amazon: $489.98 (39% discount – via Vanns)

2) Toshiba 55UX600U 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV- List: $2,399.99 Amazon: $1,499.98 (38% discount)

3) LG 42LE5400 42-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV- List $1,399.99 Amazon $863.69 (38% discount)

All Best Selling LEDs

3D TVs – Also check out our Top 5 Best 3D TVs
1) LG 55LX6500 55-Inch 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED Plus LCD HDTV- List: $3,599.99 Amazon: $1,689.77 (53% discount – via Video & Audio Center)

2) Toshiba 55WX800 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $3,299.99 Amazon: $1,579.99 (52% discount)

3) LG 47LX6500 47-Inch 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED Plus LCD HDTV- List: $2,699.99 Amazon: $1,296.77 (52% discount – via Video & Audio Center)

4) Toshiba 46WX800 46-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $2,599.99 Amazon: $1,291.99 (50% discount)

Blu-ray Players and other sources
1) TiVo TCD746320 Premiere DVR- List: $299.99 Amazon: $82.57 (72%! discount)

2) Sony BDP-BX37 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player with Bonus HDMI Cable- List: $259.99 Amazon: $128.52 (51% discount – via TechNGnet)

3) Toshiba BDX2500 Blu-ray Disc Player- List: $179.99 Amazon: $97.07 (46% discount)

If you’re buying a TV, it’s important to make sure it’s setup correctly. To that end we highly recommend any one the following setup Blu-ray discs. Each offers slightly different things, but they’ll all setup your TV far better than you can do with just your eye (and no disc). You can also check out our reviews of these discs in our Must-Have Blu-ray TV Setup Discs Reviewed article.

1) Spears & Munsil High-Definition Benchmark

2) Digital Video Essentials: HD Basics

3) Disney WOW: World of Wonder

If you’ve already bought a TV, check out our article Screen Cleaners – A De-messifying Review
E-cloth CleanSafe by TADgreen INc. – $19.95 on Amazon-2 Pack
Klear Screen HD Screen Cleaner – $26.94 on Amazon
Monster ScreenClean – $29.69 on Amazon

Also check out the top 3 Blu-ray titles:

1) Inception (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $35.99 Amazon: $16.99 (53% discount)

2) Despicable Me (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $39.98 Amazon: $21.99 (45% discount)

3) The Town (Extended Cut Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $35.99 Amazon: $19.99 (44% discount)

Here’s the complete list best selling Blu-ray titles.

(Note: Amazon prices may change; please keep checking our links. Amazon free returns, price protection and bundles only apply to Amazon direct sales not to affiliated vendors.)

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With one week left, Amazon and its assorted vendors are rolling out some of the best deals of the season. A triplet of LG LEDs from 43-53% off. A 3D Toshiba LED for 56% off. Plasmas for a 35-38% off. Blu-ray players for 46-47% off and more. Click through for all the links.

Even if you don’t plan on buying from Amazon directly (and take advantage of their free shipping, price protection, and return privileges with free return shipping) use these deals as a price guide for other online shopping, or for negotiating a price with your local brick and mortar retailer. To help you get the best deal read our “Getting the Best HDTV Price” article. To help guide you to the right size screen, click on are “HDTV Viewing Distance Chart” which show the maximum “viewer to screen” distance for seeing full HD resolution for every size screen.

Also Check Out: Amazon’s Top Holiday Deals page.

On to today’s list:

Plasmas
1) Panasonic TC-P58S2 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,799.95 Amazon: $1,119.87 (38% discount – via Electronics Expo)

2) LG 50PK950 50-inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,699.99 Amazon: $1,099.77 (35% discount – via OneCall)

3) Samsung PN58C550 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,999.99 Amazon: $1,299.00 (35% discount)

LED LCDs
1) LG 47LE8500 Infinia Full HD 47-Inch 1080p 240Hz LED LCD TVList: $2,699.99 Amazon: $1,279.88 (53% discount – via Vanns)

2) LG 47LE5400 47-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV- List: $1,699.99 Amazon: $953.49 (44% discount)

3) LG INFINIA 55LE8500 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Full LED Slim LCD HDTV- List $3,499.99 Amazon $2,008.00 (43% discount)

All Best Selling LEDs

3D TVs – Also check out our Top 5 Best 3D TVs
1) Toshiba 55WX800 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $3,299.99 Amazon: $1,457.98 (56% discount)

2) LG 55LX6500 55-Inch 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED Plus LCD HDTV- List: $3,599.99 Amazon: $1,697.77 (53% discount)

3) Toshiba 46WX800 46-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $2,599.99 Amazon: $1,291.99 (50% discount)

Blu-ray Players and other sources
1) Toshiba BDX2500 Blu-ray Disc Player- List: $179.99 Amazon: $94.58 (47% discount)

2) Samsung BD-C6500 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player- List: $249.99 Amazon: $134.00 (46% discount)

3) Sony BDP-BX37 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player with Bonus HDMI Cable- List: $259.99 Amazon: $141.12 (46% discount – via WorldWide Distributors)

If you’re buying a TV, it’s important to make sure it’s setup correctly. To that end we highly recommend any one the following setup Blu-ray discs. Each offers slightly different things, but they’ll all setup your TV far better than you can do with just your eye (and no disc). You can also check out our reviews of these discs in our Must-Have Blu-ray TV Setup Discs Reviewed article.

1) Spears & Munsil High-Definition Benchmark

2) Digital Video Essentials: HD Basics

3) Disney WOW: World of Wonder

If you’ve already bought a TV, check out our article Screen Cleaners – A De-messifying Review
E-cloth CleanSafe by TADgreen INc. – $19.95 on Amazon-2 Pack
Klear Screen HD Screen Cleaner – $26.94 on Amazon
Monster ScreenClean – $29.69 on Amazon

Also check out the top 3 Blu-ray titles:

1) Inception (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $35.99 Amazon: $16.99 (53% discount)

2) Despicable Me (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $39.98 Amazon: $21.99 (45% discount)

3) Avatar (Three-Disc Extended Collector’s Edition + BD-Live)-List $54.999 Amazon: $23.99 (56% discount)

Here’s the complete list best selling Blu-ray titles.

(Note: Amazon prices may change; please keep checking our links. Amazon free returns, price protection and bundles only apply to Amazon direct sales not to affiliated vendors.)

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53% off a 3D LG 240Hz LED, 52% off a 47-inch LED, 41% off a Panasonic plasma, and a huge 79% off  TiVo . Click through for all the links.

Even if you don’t plan on buying from Amazon directly (and take advantage of their free shipping, price protection, and return privileges with free return shipping) use these deals as a price guide for other online shopping, or for negotiating a price with your local brick and mortar retailer. To help you get the best deal read our “Getting the Best HDTV Price” article. To help guide you to the right size screen, click on are “HDTV Viewing Distance Chart” which show the maximum “viewer to screen” distance for seeing full HD resolution for every size screen.

Also Check Out: Amazon’s Top Holiday Deals page.

On to today’s list:

Plasmas
1) LG 50PK950 50-inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,699.99 Amazon: $999.99 (41% discount – via Planet73)

2) Panasonic TC-P58S2 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,799.95 Amazon: $1,093.61 (39% discount – via Electronics Expo)

3) Samsung PN50C550 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV- List: $1,299.99 Amazon: $897.00 (31% discount – Paul’s TV)

LED LCDs
1) LG 47LE8500 Infinia Full HD 47-Inch 1080p 240Hz LED LCD TVList: $2,699.99 Amazon: $1,297.77 (52% discount – via OneCall)

2) LG INFINIA 55LE8500 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Full LED Slim LCD HDTV- List: $3,499.99 Amazon: $2,008.00 (43% discount)

3) Toshiba 55UX600U 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV- List $2,399.99 Amazon $1,399.95 (42% discount – via Adorama Camera)

All Best Selling LEDs

3D TVs – Also check out our Top 5 Best 3D TVs
1) LG 55LX6500 55-Inch 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED Plus LCD HDTV- List: $3,599.99 Amazon: $1,699.99 (53% discount)

2) Toshiba 55WX800 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Cinema Series 3D LED TV- List: $3,299.99 Amazon: $1,599.99 (52% discount)

3) Panasonic VIERA TC-P42GT25 42-inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV- List: $1,699.95 Amazon: $975.00 (43% discount – via Wazingo) Plus Avatar 3D Blu-ray and other stuff. Check here for more details.

Blu-ray Players and other sources
1) TiVo TCD746320 Premiere DVR- List: $299.99 Amazon: $64.48 (79%! discount – via Beach Audio)

2) Toshiba BDX2500 Blu-ray Disc Player- List: $179.99 Amazon: $93.31 (48% discount)

3) Panasonic DMP-BD45 Ultrafast-Booting Blu-ray Disc Player- List: $159.95 Amazon: $87.99 (45% discount – via Circuit City)

If you’re buying a TV, it’s important to make sure it’s setup correctly. To that end we highly recommend any one the following setup Blu-ray discs. Each offers slightly different things, but they’ll all setup your TV far better than you can do with just your eye (and no disc). You can also check out our reviews of these discs in our Must-Have Blu-ray TV Setup Discs Reviewed article.

1) Spears & Munsil High-Definition Benchmark

2) Digital Video Essentials: HD Basics

3) Disney WOW: World of Wonder

If you’ve already bought a TV, check out our article Screen Cleaners – A De-messifying Review
E-cloth CleanSafe by TADgreen INc. – $19.95 on Amazon-2 Pack
Klear Screen HD Screen Cleaner – $26.94 on Amazon
Monster ScreenClean – $29.69 on Amazon

Also check out the top 3 Blu-ray titles:

1) Inception (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $35.99 Amazon: $17.99 (50% discount)

2) Despicable Me (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)-List $39.98 Amazon: $21.99 (45% discount)

3) Avatar (Three-Disc Extended Collector’s Edition + BD-Live)-List $54.999 Amazon: $23.99 (56% discount)

Here’s the complete list best selling Blu-ray titles.

(Note: Amazon prices may change; please keep checking our links. Amazon free returns, price protection and bundles only apply to Amazon direct sales not to affiliated vendors.)

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