CNET did not review the Samsung LN46A650, but we did review a larger model in the series.
Specifications: Product type: LCD TV ; Diagonal size: 46 in ; Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 50000:1
The good: Produces relatively deep black levels; accurate color; very good dejudder processing; sleek styling with 1.2-inch thick panel; extensive picture controls; extremely energy-efficient.
The bad: Expensive; less-uniform screen than other LCDs; poor off-angle viewing; backlight fluctuates with program brightness; dark areas tinged bluer; shiny screen can cause reflections in bright rooms; red frame isn't for everyone.
The bottom line: Although it delivers fine picture quality, except for a few flaws, the ultrathin Samsung UNB6000 series will appeal mainly to style seekers who don't mind spending more money.
Specifications: Product type: LCD TV ; Diagonal size: 55 in ; Resolution: 1920 x 1080
The good: Reproduces the deepest black levels of any LCD we've tested; highly accurate primary color points and grayscale tracking; best-in-class bright-room viewing characteristics; scads of video processing options including superior dejudder capabilities; numerous picture controls; comprehensive complement of inputs including four HDMI and one PC; optional different-colored speaker grilles; unique styling; energy efficient.
The bad: Mind-bogglingly expensive; image quality fades when seen from off-angle; minor blooming in some high-contrast areas; some dejudder modes produce artifacts; nonremovable speakers protrude to either side.
The bottom line: Although not quite the best HDTV we've tested so far, the wallet-busting, LED-powered Sony KDL-55XBR8 comes mighty close.
Specifications: Product type: LCD TV ; Diagonal size: 55 in ; Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 1000000:1
The good: Produces relatively deep black levels; accurate color in bright areas; solid dejudder processing in Standard mode; numerous picture controls; plenty of connectivity with four HDMI, two component-video and one PC input.
The bad: Dark areas tinged bluish; must engage dejudder to enable antiblur; pedestrian design; less uniform screen.
The bottom line: The commendable picture quality of Sony's entry-level 120Hz-equipped LCD makes it a very good value.
Specifications: Product type: LCD TV ; Diagonal size: 52 in ; Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 50000:1
The good: Well-implemented and convenient iPod dock allows charging and playback of music, video and photos; reproduces relatively deep black levels.
The bad: Less-accurate color; only basic picture adjustments available; doesn't stay in 1:1 aspect ratio mode; wacky styling; no side-panel inputs.
The bottom line: The dock on JVC's LT-P300 series of LCD TV provides a well-designed and easy way to enjoy iPod and iPhone content in the living room.
Specifications: Product type: LCD TV ; Diagonal size: 46 in ; Brightness (cd/m2): 500
The good: Excellent photo quality for its class; optical image stabilization; pleasing interface and design; wide-angle lens.
The bad: Mode dial spins a bit too freely; button positioning might bother some users; very noticeable fringing.
The bottom line: Simply put, the Canon PowerShot SD880 IS is an excellent point-and-shoot camera.
Specifications: Digital camera type: Ultracompact ; Resolution: 10 megapixels ; Optical zoom: 4 x
The good: Long and wide-angle zoom lens in a compact body; 720p movies; lens can zoom during movie capture.
The bad: Very few manual controls.
The bottom line: As long as you don't want much in the way of manual features, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 is a very nice camera that can handle a variety of shooting situations.
Specifications: Resolution: 10.1 megapixels ; Optical zoom: 12 x ; Display type: 3 in LCD display
The good: Solid photo quality for its class; well-rounded if rudimentary feature set; slim, sturdy body; simple operation.
The bad: Lackluster video; only a three-shot burst.
The bottom line: Kodak's EasyShare M1033 is a better-than-average budget ultracompact.
Specifications: Digital camera type: Ultracompact ; Resolution: 10 megapixels ; Optical zoom: 3 x
The good: Terrific design, interface, and controls; wide-angle, 5x zoom lens; excellent price-to-feature ratio.
The bad: No optical zoom while recording video; soft photos.
The bottom line: The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 is an excellent, well-balanced compact camera.
Specifications: Digital camera type: Ultracompact ; Resolution: 12.1 megapixels ; Optical zoom: 5 x
The good: Pleasing color and text prints; dual paper feed trays; best in class Wi-Fi set up; Bluetooth connectivity; direct archiving with built-in LightScribe DVD drive.
The bad: Lacks auto-document feeder and fax machine; expensive; very slow prints; grayscale scans lack definition.
The bottom line: The C8180 multifunctional printer is an excellent choice for photo enthusiasts. It prints high-quality text and photos at a heavy price: the printer is s...l...o...w. If you always choose quality over speed, the c8180 will be a worthwhile addition to your digital toolshed.
Specifications: Office Machine Functions: Copier , Printer , Scanner ; Printing Technology: Ink-jet ; Scanner Optical Resolution: 9600 dpi
The good: Pleasing color and text prints; dual paper feed trays; best in class Wi-Fi set up; Bluetooth connectivity; direct archiving with built-in LightScribe DVD drive.
The bad: Lacks auto-document feeder and fax machine; expensive; very slow prints; grayscale scans lack definition.
The bottom line: The C8180 multifunctional printer is an excellent choice for photo enthusiasts. It prints high-quality text and photos at a heavy price: the printer is s...l...o...w. If you always choose quality over speed, the c8180 will be a worthwhile addition to your digital toolshed.
The good: Sleek design folds up for unobtrusive storage; portrait prints display evenly balanced colors; lines of text look sharp; low price for print quality.
The bad: Lacks PictBridge port and memory card slot; brighter colors had a slightly gray cast; USB cord not included; exterior is a magnet for fingerprints.
The bottom line: The Canon Pixma iP2600 is an excellent option for buyers looking to print their personal photos and text documents. We wish it had external ports for direct image uploading (although we're not surprised it doesn't), but you'll be more than satisfied with this printer's ability to deliver quality photos at a low price.
The good: Inexpensive; includes auto-document feeder; robust software suite; 1.8-inch LCD; small footprint.
The bad: Spotty output quality; lacks media card reader.
The bottom line: The Canon Pixma MX330 doesn't produce the best quality prints, but you won't find a more versatile printer in the sub-$150 category. An auto-document feeder, 1.8-inch LCD screen, and easy-to-use features make it an excellent choice for creative homes on a budget.
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A 3-D concert film of the 2008 Jonas Brothers \"Burning Up\" concert tour, as well as documentary footage on the lives of the three brothers.
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