LG takes thin to the next level with the 1.7-inch LGX LCD HDTV
By Erik Hanson 
posted Jan 6th 2008 2:20PM
posted Jan 6th 2008 2:20PM
LG's 2008 lineup continues with the 42-inch LGX Super Slim 1.7-inch LCD, combining that ultra-thin form factor that's so in vogue with high-tech features like 120Hz, 24p playback capability and ISFccc calibration. LED backlighting and a 15,000:1 contrast ratio bump up the visuals for viewers, while the red-colored back gives your living room wall a show too. The set sports four HDMI 1.3 ports and a USB jack for photos and music, and LG's SimpLink control protocol enables compatible equipment to chain together. Pricing and availability were not announced.
All these size zero models are making my TV depressed...
mine is getting anorexic
Mine has wee-ness envy.
Is there such a thing as over-miniaturization? I didn't think LCD TV's were crimping anyone's space too much as things were.
I guess I'm more interested in the picture quality improvements, which are difficult to gauge until these sets get thoroughly reviewed. Better viewing angles, screen uniformity, handling of low-def sources, and color accuracy (better black levels should go without saying) would be more important than shaving off a few more millimeters from an already thin set, at least in my book.
Oh my god... I LOVE you, LG
I agree that there's a point at which a thinner LCD TV doesn't offer an overwhelming advantage.
However, I do believe that weight is a deciding factor for many (including me), and that if thinner=lighter, that's a good thing.
What's even more important at this point in the life cycle maturity of the LCD TV is its picture quality, the ease-of-use of the menu system as well as the remote, and having adequate inputs & outputs placed for easy access.
While my Sony Bravia has a great picture, its somewhat tedious "XCross" menu system combined with a less-than-optimal number of functions accessible directly on the remote means that there's still room for improvement in the overall user experience. And the user experience wouldn't necessarily be improved if the TV wer 50% or even 75% thinner.
Looking at the specs, I have no problem with this TV because clearly it is not sacrificing anything. Now this is something I could see hanging on a wall.
Plus think of it as eco friendly as it uses a lot less material, really everyone wins here.
It's far from obvious that thinness improvements of this level equate to lower weight and less materials used. Most likely majority of the improvements come due to better layout arrangement of the internal components (and better shaped ie. flatter internal components at that). Also, without knowing better, I wouldn't be surprised if there existed design options to reduce volume at the cost of added weight (and thus, more materials).
Very retro (stylish!) I like the red and chrome details on it. Unfortunately these are not meant to be wall mounted because there's NO screw holes on the back cover for the wall bracket.