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Toshiba 50HP66 50" Plasma HDTV
You may already be familiar with Toshiba's acclaimed REGZA series of LCD sets, but have you done comparisons to its plasma line-up, notably the 50HP66 ?
The 50HP66 is packed with industry-leading Toshiba technologies, such as its CableClear DNR+ system which can enhance the look of weak NTSC signals from sources like antennas and cable to deliver a clear, crisp picture.
And the 50HP66 is equipped with a Cinema Mode function that corrects the framerate conversion televisions typically perform on 24 fps films or videos, resulting in a more realistic, smoother moving image.
But let's get right to the big question on your mind: is the 50HP66 the best HDTV for you?
Let's try to answer that by looking at some of the most important things to consider when comparing televisions.
First, have you done a full comparison of LCD vs. plasma vs. DLP? Each technology has its pros and cons. Since you're reading reviews on the 50HP66, you probably already know that, in general, plasmas are virtually unmatched in producing deep, rich colors (in particular, accurate white and black tones), and plasma screens typically can be viewed at more extreme angles than LCDs.
Have you checked out the ratings on plasma sets of all the HDTV leaders (Sony, Samsung, Panasonic, etc.)? Toshiba is known for producing excellent plasma sets like the 50HP66, but make sure you read reviews of the other top contenders as well.
Have you thought about sound? Many people fail to fully consider how well an HDTV performs in audio tests, focusing rather on the video quality. Here, the 50HP66 shines with SRS WOW virtual surround sound employing a number of technologies to make your home theater sound like the most modern of movie multiplexes.
Have you determined whether you need 720p or 1080p of high-definition resolution? The 50HP66 delivers 720p, meaning you won't be seeing the full high-def resolution of HD-DVD or Blu-Ray movies, as well as some Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 games. But if the bulk of your viewing will be regular television and standard DVDs, the differences between a 720p and 1080p will usually be negligable.
And finally, have you checked what other "real people" think of the 50HP66. Don't just read reviews off websites... check out what actual buyers of the 50HP66 think about it in their posts at Amazon.com.
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