The High Definition Disc Format War Heats Up
The battle of the high definition non-compatible disc formats, Blu-Ray and HD DVD took a turn in favor of HD DVD this past week when Toshiba announced its price drop for its entry level models (HD A2, HD D2) to just $299, giving it a…
US Government Provides Evaluation Tips For Flat Panel HDTVs
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) a federal technology agency that develops and promotes measurement, standards, and technology.( www.nist.gov/ ) has entered the Plasma versus LCD battle by publishing its “Tips On Buying a New FPD” (flat panel display). The attached PDF below…
Exclusive First Review of the Amazing Panasonic TH-50PZ750U
With 2007 HDTV models now shipping to retailers, the HD Guru’s first 2007 review display is Panasonic’s TH-50PZ750, a 50†full HD (1920 x 1080p) consumer plasma model, part of Panasonic’s top-of-the line 750 series. The 750 series claims better performance and includes more features…
EXCLUSIVE: First Review of the Samsung BD-P1200
Samsung’s BDP-1200 is the latest Blu-ray player to hit the market. It is also the earliest second-generation machine in the format to appear, beating out Sony and other Blu-ray supporters by about three months. The BD-P1200 includes a number of performance enhancements not available in…
2007 Panasonic HDTV Pricing, Features and Availability
Panasonic revealed its 2007 HDTV line in NYC last week. There are a number of improvements incorporated within its new models. Here is the breakdown: Plasma HDTVs 2007 models have a new grid structure that has thinner walls than the previous generation (the grid is…
First News: Sony’s 2007 HDTVs
Sony 2007 Sneak Preview Sony will introduce its 2007 line to press and dealers around noon eastern time on Feb. 27th . Here is a sneak peak of its HDTVs . There may be changes when Sony formally announces. The HD Guru will update the…
Toshiba HD-XA2 Review- An HD Guru Exclusive
The HD-XA2, Toshiba’s latest 2nd generation HD DVD high definition disc player, incorporates a number of “firsts†and offers improved performance compared to Toshiba’s previous top player, the HD-AX1. Among the improvements are faster loading time, better upconversion of standard definition sources and 1080p output…
How To Receive the Superbowl in HD For Free
You purchased a new HDTV and want to see the Superbowl in HD. Here are ways you can see the game if you currently do not receive the local CBS high definition station in your area. To see the local CBS over-the-air broadcast in HD…
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