LG Flatron M228WD LCD TV

The LG Flatron M228WD was spotted recently on many sites so why not we take a look at it ourselves too. The LCD TV is a 22 inch one very similar to the LG M228WA with just a letter difference. The good thing about this one is that it comes with the HDMI port instead of the DVI one with an integrated digital TV tuner.

The LG Flatron M228WD has a resolution of 1680 x 1050, with 300 cd/m2 brightness with 5ms response time. The TV does have a slightly low contrast ratio of 3000:1.

Price is rumored to be around $400 so its not that pricey.

LG W2243T:21.5-inch LCD monitor

The novelty of 22-inch full HD monitors is passe, and manufactures now need to offer more than just a sticker proclaiming the 1080p-ness of the panel. So far, the Samsung 2233sw has been the only convert to impress me with its combination of design, clean cut lines and picture quality. Let's see if the LG can manage to leave a mark as well.



Design

LG's W2243T features a 21.5-inch liquid crystal display and great looking slim design. Its smooth glossy surface resembles the Samsung T220 but there are differences in design. Like the flowing OSD button layout at the bottom right of the bezel, which also includes a wavy power button that glows red when turned on. As compared to the touch sensitive buttons of the T220, these are mechanical and have easy-to-read labels printed on the bezel.






The panel stands on a sturdy piano finish stand, which isn't as difficult to connect as the Samsung T220, but doesn't allow the monitor to swivel, giving it only a small amount of tilt instead. The stand is sturdy and holds the panel well in place. The back of the monitor has a DVI-D and a D-Sub (VGA) port for connectivity.




Features


The LG W2243T comes with a 21.5-inch panel that has a maximum resolution of 1920x1080. It has a response time of 5 ms, contrast ratio of 30000:1 (dynamic) and has a maximum brightness of 300 cd/m2. Viewing angles are 170 degree (horizontal) and 160 degree (vertical).

It also features the LG f-Engine that gives the user a choice of viewing presets for different scenarios like Cinema or Movie mode, Internet mode, Text mode, etc. As with almost every other monitor, the experience with these presets is not that great. I'd rather tune it myself.

The good part is the W2243T comes with a bundled DVI-D cable that connects the computer to the monitor. The DVI port automatically selects the best resolution and brightness/contrast values; something like an Auto Adjust mode, so no need for the presets.
Performance



The LG W2243T was subject to an exhaustive list of tests ranging from the objective DisplayMate to the subjective gameplay, internet, text and movie viewing experience.

The LG W2243T cleared almost all the tests with remarkable ease. It performed particularly well in the brightness and color reproduction tests. However, it did manage to throw up a mismatch in the Horizontal Color Registration test, just like every other monitor we have tested here.

Surfing the Internet or using it for day-to-day tasks is a joy. It has ample space on the screen for more than a few windows and displays text without any jagged edges or fringing of any kind.

Movie experience was good but it is evident that the LG W2243T cannot match up to the Samsung 2233sw. It lacks the finesse of the Samsung monitors and pictures. Though good, it appears to be a little flat and less lively.
Overall, the LG W2243T turned out to be a decent competitor for the Samsung 2233sw, and is good enough for everyday usage at home or office. The only thing that might go against the LG is its price.

Verdict


The LG W2243T is available in the market for about Rs. 9,150 with a 3-year warranty. For that price, you could also get yourself the Samsung 2233sw, which is an even better deal. I'd say, skip the LG go for the Samsung.
Specifications

LCD Display for your Bathroom

Turn on the shower, turn on the TV

Vu has launched a waterproof LCD TV ideal for places like bathrooms! Imagine relaxing whilst watching your favorite programme or movie, watch the football whilst you shower or just catch up with the latest news whilst freshening up for that night out.



The Vu waterproof bathroom LCD, TKW168-17, is available in the size of 17-inch with a response time of 16ms.

Here are the specs of the new waterproof bathroom LCD:




This17-inch LCD TV is suitable for hotel rest rooms, bath rooms, shower rooms, bath tubs, spas, swimming pools, beauty-shops, hair-saloons, boats, outdoors or any places that usual TVs cannot work.
Vu TKW168-17 is priced at Rs. 48,000.

Samsung Lavender Series LCD Launched

Samsung India has announced the launch of its flagship series of LCD monitors - Samsung Lavender Series in the Indian market
The new Lavender series is available in 21.5" and 23" screen sizes offer consumers Complete Display Solutions for their entertainment and business needs. The Lavender Series LCD monitor comes with the Touch of Color (ToC) design and a contrast ratio of 50000:1, a response time of 2 ms; viewing angle of 170/160 and a 16:9 Wide format Panel that is made for multimedia
and optimized for HD Content

The Lavender series has a slimmer neck compared to conventional models and has front OSD Touch buttons that emit red lighting from under the panel. Samsung claims that the Lavender series eliminates the need of using non-biodegradable components in manufacturing of exterior panels, making it 100 percent recyclable and environmentally friendly. Also, the Lavender Series consume less than 1W of power in the Power Off Mode, adds Samsung.
The Samsung Lavender Monitors are available in 21.5" and 23" wide display format and are priced at Rs 12,500 and Rs 13,500 respectively.

How to Buy an LCD TV

Know What Size You Want :-
lthough not always possible, it works out better if you go into the store and know what size you want to buy. This will not only save a lot of your time but also give you more time to examine only those TVs that you want to buy and not waste time by going through the entire range of LCD TVs.

Mainly, two factors determine the size of the LCD TV you should buy; the first being your budget, and the second, the size of the room you want to put the TV in.

Budgets being subjective, I wouldn't want to say a lot about them. But I will say this, you should never go over the top unless you really want to one-up someone. Also, keep in mind that whichever TV you buy now will definitely lose a lot of its value after about 12 months or so.

So, the point I make here is, know your size - the size of your wallet AND your room.





There Is No Such Thing as Future Proof :-
Just like there is nothing "foolproof" in the world, there is no TV in the market that is "future proof." Most high-end models may be able to give you a lead for about 4-6 months or so, that's it. Paying a premium of about 15k+ on such TVs is a huge waste of money.

The attendant at the store might promise a lot of things about the TV being able to play movies at full HD, etc., but just stop for a moment and ask yourself if you're ready to spend another 20k+ on a Hi-def movie player or would you rather buy something cheaper that can upscale "up to" 1080p.

The best fix to this problem is to connect your computer to the TV via HDMI and fit a Blu-ray drive on the comp. This might cost you about 7-8k and should be a good deal overall. Even so, given the exorbitant prices and the dearth of the latest full HD movies, going for rental copies is the only sane choice we have as of now.

Bottom line, don't get caught in the "future proof" BS; go for the one that best suits your needs.


Now, in the first two points, we concentrated on selecting a budget, and the process will mostly take place before you step into the store. The following steps will help you select the best LCD TV from a wide range of products that will be kept on display in the store.




View It From All Sides:-
LCD TVs come in different sizes and styles, and it's not the screen that I am talking about. The build and finish of LCDs go a long way in defining the way your room will look. So, it's always prudent to view the LCD TV from all sides. I suggest you measure the space you plan to put the TV in, as it will help you select the right- sized TV (in case you won't be wall mounting the TV).

Always, always, always, check what type of devices you can connect to the television and how many of them. These days, most LCD TVs will come with at least 2 HDMI ports. Of course, more would be better, but make sure you have one at the side as well.

Also, one of the major drawbacks of a lot of LCD screens is that they don't have a good viewing angle, i.e., the picture appears distorted or colourless beyond a certain angle. This is especially true of entry level LCD TVs, most of them are outdated, but are still available in the market at a heavy discount.





Watch a Movie on It :-
Chances are, if you're going to stores like Chroma, e-Zone, etc., you will be able to watch a movie on the TV you like. Also, you should ask the store assistant to let you watch standard TV channels as well (regular cable or DTH channels). That should give you an idea of how good the TV is with both these connections. It is imperative that you are satisfied with both or at least the cable/DTH viewing experience, as that is what you'll mostly be watching.

How do I know which is good, you may ask. Here are a few things to keep in mind.

1. Check the channel logo when watching any TV channel. The clearer it is, the better.
2. Check for noise on the screen. I mean grains that appear when watching any content. Ideally, it should be as low as possible. When playing full HD content via the HDMI port, noise should be almost non-existent.
3. Check for colours and brightness. Good thing is, the other TVs will be lined up there as well, so it will be easier for you to compare and choose the better model.





Ask for More :-
Once you're done selecting your TV, stop jumping up and down. Compose yourself and ask the assistant what more he has to offer in that price. At first he might have a shocked expression on his face, but when he knows you're calling his bluff, he might just go ahead and give a 4-5% discount which, depending on the time and place, might go to as high as 10%. In case they can't give you a cash discount, ask them whether they will give free/extra cables or free home installation (if you want to wall mount the TV). Don't think going into a big mall means you have to forfeit your right to bargain.

BenQ SE2231- LCD Monitor TV With Free DTH Connection

BenQ has launched a new 22-inch LCD monitor TV SE2231 and has also announced an introductory offer of free DTH connection, installation and six months subscription with every purchase.The introductory offer is valid till stocks last.



Available in two colors, ebony and black, BenQ SE2231 is toned with a silver polish frame, while the back of the LCD monitor TV offers a curved form in mirror black. It comes equipped with 10,000:1 Auto Contrast Enhancement (ACE), 5ms response time and HDTV 1080p compatibility, native 1920 X 1080 resolution.

The Auto Contrast Enhancement aims to optimize contrast levels through automatic adjustment of the display backlight. There are four 'Senseye' preset modes (cinema, dynamic, standard and custom). 3-watt speakers help out in the audio proceedings.

The BenQ LCD Monitor TV SE2231 MOP (Market operating price)/ consumer price with the free DTH connection offer is Rs. 16,999 and is available through all BenQ dealers.

Sony's thinest LCD TV

Here it is, the thinnest LCD in the world yet.
It uses a wireless media receiver bundled in the package, to transmit upto 1080p signals and is surrounded with grandeur and lots of high handedness from the powers that be who supplied us with the piece, but who can blame them, as there is some serious work gone in to making such a slick LED LCD TV. Now, it's our duty to see whether the hype is worth it, thus presenting what we do best: the real review. And I say this while Shayne is tapping away on the N97s much touted home screen,
so expect a hardcore unbiased review of that too now.


Design
Straightaway I need to give credit where it's due.
The bezel is really very thin, and at the top it is less than 10 mm.
The middle portions have another thin chassis to house the minimal PCB of the LCD panel. It looks just sexy when mounted on the wall, though mounting is a process which needs to be done carefully and maybe should be left to pro installation guys. (When you purchase a TV, the retailers always have installation people no need to worry). The bezel is also my favorite kind, NOT GLOSSy. It has a faux brush texture, but very smooth surface, pure black all over. The bezel is singularly layered with this finish, and it looks slick, minimal and very stylish. The LCD screen itself has a matte finish.

There is a single HDMI at the back, along with the power inlet. These 2 are considerably hidden, and face outwards from a small slot. The front panel's bottom right lights up in luminous white and blue LEDs of the volume and channel up/down icons, though they themselves are not touch sensitive buttons, just logos to name the corresponding push buttons located on their underside.


Features and specs
The panel is teeming with supported features, but first the basics: it is 40 inch size with a native resolution of 1920 x 1080. It has the Bravia Engine 2 video processing chip, thus we will have fun with the menu once we start performance. Here is the 100 Hz Motionflow feature to smoothen video, and most importantly this HDTV is an LED lit model. It is edge lit via LEDS, thus touting greater brightness and lesser power consumption (and more price). So Samsung and Sony are at it again, with their cool new LED LCD TV models. The brightness,
contrast ratings are not given anywhere.


price dont know but may be more than 1.5 lac Rs

Samsung's LED TV

Samsung India had announced the introduction of three LED TV Series - 6, 7 and 8 in the Indian market. While the Series 6 and 7 are being launched today in 40" and 46" screen sizes, Series 8 will be available in 55" screen size and will be launched in May'09. These new TVs use LEDs as their primary light source, rather than traditional Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps (CCFL). Benefits of using LEDs include ultra-high contrast ratios, slim depths that allow for more artful designs,
plus increased energy savings.




Each of the three Samsung LED HDTV Series for 2009 boast Mega contrast ratios, complements of Samsung's LED TV Engine. Compared to a traditional CCFL, LEDs do produce darker blacks that appear endlessly deep to the eye. They also have a feature called Ultra Clear Panel, which further claims the preservation of every detail even in brightly-lit, imperfect viewing conditions. Samsung's entire LED HDTV line-up incorporates a number of features to reduce motion blur and image judder.

At just over an inch thick (1.16 inch or 29.9 mm thickness), the sets remain trim without cutting back on connectivity options and include a built in tuner. Also, Samsung created an ultra-slim wall-mount solution - reducing the gap between the TV and the wall to around 0.6 inches, down from the two inches.

With the USB 2.0 movie feature, it will be possible to view videos and photos from a camcorder, play music from a media player or access multimedia files from a portable drive possible. The DLNA Wireless feature in the Series 7 and 8 lets the user seamlessly watch content from the PC without any wires or cables. The Samsung LED TVs comes with a built in Content Library Flash which includes pre loaded content.

While the Series 6 Samsung LED Full High Definition TVs are priced in the range between Rs. 1,25,000(40") to Rs. 1,50,000(46"), Series 7 LED TVs are priced in the range between Rs.1,40,000 To Rs.1,80,000. Series 8 LED TV will be available in 55" screen size next month priced at Rs.350,000/-.