Samsung LN55A950 I heard the Samsung LN55A950 has a small viewing angle. Is this a problem. Thanks for any input.
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The issue with off center viewing is not a problem specific to A950...its a problem with EVERY LCD TV. Had the same issue with the Sony XBR6. If this impacts you, get a plasma.
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anyone bought or have knowledge of the LG pk950 plaza tv with 3d capabilities? I believe it is the PX series.
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I am in your same boat...trying to choose between a samsung pn58b650 vs. panasonic tc-54v10. Panasonic is 58" and now several hundred cheaper (with coupon code). I keep going back and forth...any help out there? Is panasonic better than samsung...as is generally stated? thanx in advance for any feedback.
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I have the 55 inch 8000, if you don't like it you probably wouldn't like any TV. Go see it at a retailer and play a little.
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TV hopeful, obviously you will buy what you think is best and Costco has the new Vizio 55 inch for $1800 but I am floored by the picture on this Samsung. I was going to buy a vizio but decided to hold out for this Samsung once they released their new 55 inch LED LCD and figured I'd get a good price which after a lot of work I did, $1620.00..good luck in your purchase which ever one you decide to get
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Samsung has the UN65c8000 scheduled to be released in July, usually available online a few weeks before they hit the stores.I think the 55 might be to small for 3D in a larger room, waiting for it too
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I've seen the 47" at Frye's (in California), it looks nice. I want the 5500 too. Just can't decide on 42" or 47". The LG matt screen finish helps with daytime glare from a window. Samsungs are too shinny.
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Hi EarlyMon, my husband and I have been looking at tvs at B&M; stores to see what we like. We have decided on a 52 inch Samsung, but we wondering about the B550. Can I connect my laptop to the tv and watch Netflix instant movies? Thanks for letting me pick your brain on this stuff. Liz
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I am certainly no TV guru but, I had purchased the LN40A550 & returned it & bought the LN40A650 & could not be happier! We noticed immediately that the picture looked faded on the 550 & went to one of the local retailers & found that this is a common complaint on these units. They actually had a LN40A550 & LN40A650 side by side in the store & there is a huge difference. We are very impressed with the picture quality regardless of what we are watching. We have had many friends commenting on the awesome picture on this TV. Hope this helps. Les
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Hey Donald, I just replied to you on another one of these discussions and will do likewise on this one. Regarding the viewing angle, do any other 8 series owners think it... well... sucks? If I move so much as 5 degrees one way or another, the colors (particularly the blacks) start to fade. Wondering if this is one of the concessions for the 8 series' slim profile.
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I was at Best Buy for a special event, and there was a Samsung rep there. He told me the A950 is still there flagship model. The differences in the two are back lit vs. edge lit LED's that why the b8000 is so slim. While the b8000 has a faster refresh rate (240 to 120) the a950 has dynamic contrast where the set is constantly scanning to give better blacks. Oh, and I think there's one more HDMI port on the a950 than the b8000 if I remember correctly. I did ask the rep if there was a 9000 series coming out. He said there is one in the works, but wouldn't say when. I'm thinking late fall in time for Christmas, or next year in the spring, but that's a guess. If anyone knows a exact release date for the 9000 series please post. I'm leaning toward the a950 for a few reasons better blacks because of the dynamic contrast scanning, and on the b8000 I did notice while watching at Best Buy the set did bleed light from the edges in letterbox. (The black bars weren't completely black. Kinda bugged me.). $4000 vs $3600 for the a950 plus three yrs. interest free at Best Buy this week. I may pick one up, unless Amazon has a better deal going.
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I've been searching some infomation and specifications regarding this TV & keep getting all different answers from 5 to 6 other places selling this item with the same model # LN46b550 lcd flat-screen, I went on the samsung offical site and these 3 main questions varies depending who and where your buying this tv which makes absolutely no sense1) s-video/cable to plug in you're computer for a larger viewing screen2) picture in picture option3) 4ms or 6msjust about every site i check regarding these 3 questions It's either they have them YES or NO checked, not sure which place to trust with the right INFO before making a purchase... thx any responses would be appreciated about this subject I've been searching some infomation and specifications regarding this TV & keep getting all different answers from 5 to 6 other places selling this item with the same model # LN46b550 lcd flat-screen, I went on the samsung offical site and these 3 main questions varies depending who and where your buying this tv which makes absolutely no sense1) s-video/cable to plug in you're computer for a larger viewing screen2) picture in picture option3) 4ms or 6msjust about every site i check regarding these 3 questions It's either they have them YES or NO checked,... » Read More I've been searching some infomation and specifications regarding this TV & keep getting all different answers from 5 to 6 other places selling this item with the same model # LN46b550 lcd flat-screen, I went on the samsung offical site and these 3 main questions varies depending who and where your buying this tv which makes absolutely no sense1) s-video/cable to plug in you're computer for a larger viewing screen2) picture in picture option3) 4ms or 6msjust about every site i check regarding these 3 questions It's either they have them YES or NO checked, not sure which place to trust with the right INFO before making a purchase... thx any responses would be appreciated about this subject « Show Less
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It's not your configuration. The tv quality is just my great. I have regretted this tv purchase wet since I bought it. I should have went with the samsung. If you do figure out something that improves it, please let me know because I had tried everything.
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My subjective opinion is based on a pretty simple observation. I've looked at and compared both sets at Sears and at Best Buy and the Samsung had the best picture quality by far. In fact at as little as 5 feet away I had a difficult time seeing any difference between the model in question and several other 1080p models hanging next to it. I know a lot depends upon the quality of video feed the stores are using for the demo models on display. This is only my opinion and I know that can vary greatly for the person to person. So, take it for what its worth. Hopefully others can add their observations to the discussion.
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TeeVoo thanks for the explanation. I just picked up the a950 at best buy for $3600 and no interest for 3 years. My Best Buy was even giving premium home delivery and setup for free on it as well. I compared the two tvs. There is just something about the a950's picture that makes you go "wow." The only wow factor I received from the new LEDs was how thin they were. At the end of the day, I watch what's on the screen and not how thin the actual tv set is so I went with the a950.
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Heck no, that is a TOTAL non issue. You can clearly see the full picture while practically standing next to it....but honestly, who even stands that far to the side watching TV anyway, to me that's a bogus specification. Trust me, this TV has an amazing picture. You would be totally throwing away your money on something more expensive. Something else to keep in mind, you can't always trust the video feeds that big box stores feed their sets. Sometimes that have worse feeds going to certain TV's because they need to meet a sales quota. ALSO, those TVs on the wall at the stores are NOT calibrated for the best viewing. I have my sharp 70" on the Dynamic mode, everything just pops more. Hope that helps.
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- CORRECTION - On further review - I do not have this TV. Mine is a UN55ES8000 - not a UN55D6000. I have no idea what connections are available on the 55" 6000 series. Ignore my comment below ...- CORRECTION - -------------------------------------------No. As far as I can tell the TV has no VGA or other traditional PC monitor inputs, only HDMI and the usual cable / antenna. So you will need an adapter. The Smart TV however includes built-in web apps for connectivity thru the home network / wifi, and can connect to a networked PC through that.* 4 HDMI® * Anynet+™ * 3 USB * 1 Component Video input * 2 Composite Video inputs: (1 shared with Component) - CORRECTION - On further review - I do not have this TV. Mine is a UN55ES8000 - not a UN55D6000. I have no idea what connections are available on the 55" 6000 series. Ignore my comment below ...- CORRECTION - -------------------------------------------No. As far as I can tell the TV has no VGA or other traditional PC monitor inputs, only HDMI and the usual cable / antenna. So you will need an adapter. The Smart TV however includes built-in web apps for connectivity thru the home network / wifi, and can connect to a networked PC... » Read More - CORRECTION - On further review - I do not have this TV. Mine is a UN55ES8000 - not a UN55D6000. I have no idea what connections are available on the 55" 6000 series. Ignore my comment below ...- CORRECTION - -------------------------------------------No. As far as I can tell the TV has no VGA or other traditional PC monitor inputs, only HDMI and the usual cable / antenna. So you will need an adapter. The Smart TV however includes built-in web apps for connectivity thru the home network / wifi, and can connect to a networked PC through that.* 4 HDMI® * Anynet+™ * 3 USB * 1 Component Video input * 2 Composite Video inputs: (1 shared with Component) « Show Less