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Sharp's biggest LCD HDTVs get even bigger with a new 80-inch model
When is big not big enough? Apparently when it's Sharp's "spectacularge" 70-inch AQUOS LCD HDTVs that were introduced earlier this year, and have now been surpassed by a new 80-inch model the company showed off today. The LC-80LE632U isn't an Elite branded model, but it brings all the features of its smaller brethren including full LED backlighting, 120Hz motion processing, built-in WiFi and access to services like Netflix and Vudu. All that is nice, but it's standout feature is that extra viewing area, which can be yours for $5,499 (MSRP) when it starts shipping in early October. Preorders are already popping up for sub-$5k prices, if you need a big screen and can't go the projection route (front or rear) this might be a good value -- check out the details in the press release after the break.
Sharp's AQUOS Advantage support program launches in Canada
Sharp just recently announced that its AQUOS Advantage Program would be expanded to cover 32- and 37-inch sets here in the States, and apparently it felt quite rotten about leaving our dear friends to the north out in the cold. Sadly, the Canadian launch of the platinum-level customer support experience -- which includes "priority repair services, extended weekday and weekend telephone support hours and a dedicated toll-free support line staffed by highly-trained AQUOS Advantage Advisors" -- only applies to HDTVs 42-inches and up, so those looking to get a set for their bedroom will likely be sorely disappointed in the lack of coverage. C'mon Sharp, whatever happened to fair and equal treatment?
Sharp rolls out SE94U Aquos series w/ Aquos Net
Sharp's taking its Aquos HDTV line to the next level with its latest LCDs featuring Aquos Net. It's menus can be popped up at any time and seamlessly display additional info, or allow Sharp tech support to directly access the panel and help Grandma program her favorite channels. That's all a part of "Aquos Advantage", its new end-to-end Panasonic Plasma Concierge-style support service. The "Special Edition" 94U line is the high end, featuring 27,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 120Hz frame rate and new backlight system in Sharp's latest ASV panel thats 28% thinner than the last. The top of the line 65-inch LC-65SE94U model will be available this month with an MSRP of $10,999, the 52-inch soon after for $4,199, and the 46-inch version in February for $3,199. Check out the gallery for a look at the Aquos line's latest and greatest.%Gallery-12789%
Live coverage from Sharp's CES press conference
Yes, we're back. This time it's Sharp doing the presser honors. Once again, they've rolled out their uber-thin LCD for all to gaze upon. This time however, it's a 65-inch version with that same 1-inch thickness. Hoozah! Fortunately they have lunch for us. Unfortunately, we have no time to eat it in our tireless support (and pandering) to you dear reader. The smell of bologna can be overpowering. Things should get rolling here in a sec. 11:53am (PST) - Ugh, more food! 12:00am - Toshihiko Fujimoto, Chairman and CEO takes the stage. Running down the increased demand of LCDs. Fiscal year 2008, Sharp expects worldwide LCD TV demand to reach 96 million units for a 32% increase over 2007.
