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If you're going to make the jump to 3D then don't pussyfoot around. Not when you can go all in with the world's largest commercial 3D LED backlit television from LG. The 72LEX9 stretches that 400Hz TruMotion panel to a full 72 inches while bunging NetCast online media streaming, Spot Control pixel dimming, DLNA, and Wireless AV Link into the mix. Look for it to be released in Q2 of 2011... at which time LG will probably release its 84-incher just to spite you. TV sans human after the break.

** Mitsubishi makes a 75-inch 3D-ready LaserVue TV. Talk about splitting hairs.

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LG 72LEX9: the **largest 3D television you can purchase next year (updated) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 13 Oct 2010 03:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d400Hz72-inch72lex9dlnainfinialargestledled backlitLedBacklitlex9lglgenetcastspot controlSpotControltrumotionwireless av linkWirelessAvLinkworlds largestWorldsLargestWed, 13 Oct 2010 03:43:00 EST<![CDATA[Plex announces partnership with LG, pledges to beat Boxee Box and Apple TV for free]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/03/plex-announces-paternship-with-lg-pledges-to-beat-boxee-box-and/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/03/plex-announces-paternship-with-lg-pledges-to-beat-boxee-box-and/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/03/plex-announces-paternship-with-lg-pledges-to-beat-boxee-box-and/#commentsPlex announces paternship with LG, pledges to beat Boxee Box and Apple TV for free We're excited about the Boxee Box, and the new-look Apple TV is intriguing, but no single box is as good as a box that doesn't exist yet does the same stuff. Confused? Sit down, let us explain. That's the point Plex is making in announcing its new partnership with LG, which will integrate Plex software into its 2011 Netcast HDTVs and Blu-ray players. Plex enables the same sort of functionality as those smart little boxes mentioned above, letting you serve content from a machine running OS X and push it to your TV or to a mobile device (iPhone and iPad right now, Android coming). Plex also supports all the major online streamers, like Netflix, Hulu, and even the BBC iPlayer. Lack of PC support is something of a bummer, but a Windows version is said to be coming, so even your beige box can soon get in on the box-free fun.

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Plex announces partnership with LG, pledges to beat Boxee Box and Apple TV for free originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bbc iplayerBbcIplayerblu-rayhdtvlgmedia streamerMediaStreamernetcastnetflixpartnershipplexplex boxPlexBoxFri, 03 Sep 2010 07:26:00 EST<![CDATA[LG's $400 BX580 network 3D Blu-ray player ships in a month or two]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/14/lgs-400-bx580-network-3d-blu-ray-player-ships-in-a-month-or-tw/http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/14/lgs-400-bx580-network-3d-blu-ray-player-ships-in-a-month-or-tw/http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/14/lgs-400-bx580-network-3d-blu-ray-player-ships-in-a-month-or-tw/#commentsStaying on that cutting edge, are we LG? In a world starstruck by HDMI 1.4, internet connectivity, DLNA, 3D and 1080p, LG's latest deck has it all, and now we know precisely -- er, almost precisely -- when she'll ship. The BX580 has just found itself a slot on Amazon's website, priced at $399.99 and proudly listed as the company's first network 3D Blu-ray player. Aside from having the ability to handle forthcoming 3D Blu-ray titles, it also ships with NetCast Entertainment Access, giving users the ability to enjoy web connected content without bothering with an HTPC. 'Course, that "usually ships in one to two months" could stand to be a little more precise, but we'll take what we can get at this point.

LG's $400 BX580 network 3D Blu-ray player ships in a month or two originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 14 May 2010 11:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Just like everybody else in the display business, LG is trying to figure out exactly how they're going to position themselves to benefit from the upcoming 3D Explosion! Since almost-sorta-not really pulling out of a deal with Sky TV to supply British pubs with 3D televisions, the company has announced that it will be offering its first 3DTV sets that uses polarization technology (as opposed to that active shutter stuff like NVIDIA's 3D Vision) to consumers. Presumably cheaper than its active shutter counterparts, the LD950 supports HDMI version 1.4, 1080p HD, external storage via USB 2.0 (with DivX HD, MP3, and JPEG support), and comes bundled with four pairs of polarized glasses. There's no word on a price or release date, but if it makes you feel better we can reveal that two new active 3D displays, the LX9900 (47-inch and 55-inch) and LX6900 (42-inch), featuring 1080p, Freeview HD, Netcast widgets (YouTube, Skype, Accu Weather, Picasa), and wireless AV link, will be available in May for a price yet to be determined.

LG announces LD950 passive shutter 3DTV for UK market originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3dtvactive 3dActive3dFreeviewFreeview HDFreeviewHdLD950LGLG LD950LG LX6900LG LX9900LgLd950LgLx6900LgLx9900LX6900LX9900netcastpassive 3dPassive3dukThu, 01 Apr 2010 11:59:00 EST<![CDATA[LG BD550 Blu-ray player manual pops up on support site]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/01/lg-bd550-blu-ray-player-manual-pops-up-on-support-site/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/01/lg-bd550-blu-ray-player-manual-pops-up-on-support-site/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/01/lg-bd550-blu-ray-player-manual-pops-up-on-support-site/#comments We're still eagerly awaiting all the 2010 hardware that debuted at CES to show up on store shelves, so until then we'll take what we can get and today that would be an instruction manual for LG's BD550 Blu-ray player. Filling out the low end of the company's Blu-ray player lineup for this year there's no real surprises here: NetCast access means VUDU, Netflix and the works, but only two channel analog audio out and no video via USB. We're honestly more interested in the BD570 and 250GB hard drive packing BD590 but that shouldn't stop you from discreetly browsing this PDF for now and imagining setting up your Pandora accounts via its sleek remote -- so dirty.

LG BD550 Blu-ray player manual pops up on support site originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2010bd550blu-rayblu-ray playerBlu-rayPlayerhdlgmanualnetcastMon, 01 Feb 2010 13:57:00 EST<![CDATA[LG presents 39 new LCD HDTVs, most with NetCast, some with 3D]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/06/lg-presents-39-new-lcd-hdtvs-most-with-netcast-some-with-3d/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/06/lg-presents-39-new-lcd-hdtvs-most-with-netcast-some-with-3d/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/06/lg-presents-39-new-lcd-hdtvs-most-with-netcast-some-with-3d/#commentsLG LE950 3D LED HDTV Yes, this press release is pretty crazy, the sheer number of LCD HDTVs is impressive enough, but the various models offer just about anything you could want. The top of the line LE9500 Series (pictured above) is LG's first LED 3D HDTV offering, but is also ultra slim with a 8.5mm bezel, has optional wireless HDMI set-back box, Local Dimming, 480Hz, THX Certification, NetCast (VUDU, Netflix, DLNA and just about every other streaming service including Skype). In fact the only bad aspect of the LE9500 is that it is only available in 47 or 55-inch variety. The lineups goes down from there and there's something for everyone and you'll just have to click on the press release to see all 39 options. One thing you won't find in the release is the price or availability, which seems to be the trend this year at CES.

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LG presents 39 new LCD HDTVs, most with NetCast, some with 3D originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3DCESCES 2010Ces2010LCDLE950LEDLGNetCastNetflixVUDUYouYouTubeWed, 06 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[LG reveals Full HD 3D projector, Skype-enabled HDTVs and more at CES]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/06/lg-reveals-full-hd-3d-projector-skype-enabled-hdtvs-and-more-at/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/06/lg-reveals-full-hd-3d-projector-skype-enabled-hdtvs-and-more-at/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/06/lg-reveals-full-hd-3d-projector-skype-enabled-hdtvs-and-more-at/#comments The show floor finally opened up here in Vegas today, and just as we knew they would, the product announcements are flowing hot and heavy. LG's one of today's biggest players, unleashing a whole bevy of new kit that truly spans the gamut of consumer electronic sectors. Kicking things off is the CF3D, which is hailed as the planet's first Full HD, 3D single lens type projector. As for specs, you'll get 3D auto picture calibration, a twin engine, two HDMI 1.3 sockets, 300 ANSI lumens and a single USB input, while the XGA HX300G won't do much of anyone outside of traveling salespeople much good. Moving on, there's a little confirmation of the Skype news that we caught wind of yesterday; sure enough, a range of LG's NetCast-enabled HDTVs will ship with Skype capabilities, though it sounds as if you'll need to budget for a standalone camera. LG's also making official that Mobile DTV-supporting DVD player that we first spotted at the tail end of last year, which will be in stores later this year for around $249. There's plenty more to share on these -- as well as a good bit surrounding a legion of new monitors -- so hop on past the break if you just can't get enough.

Gallery: LG's CES 2010 announcements

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LG reveals Full HD 3D projector, Skype-enabled HDTVs and more at CES originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: We've found a few pics of LG's version of the Skype HDTV experience to go along with the Panasonic rendering above, check the gallery.

Gallery: LG's Netcast Skype LCD HDTV

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Skype HD: 720p videocalling from PCs or directly through LG & Panasonic HDTVs originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Jan 2010 01:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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VUDU equips LG's BD390 Blu-ray player with movie streaming abilities originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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VUDU equips LG's BD390 Blu-ray player with movie streaming abilities originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You knew good and well it was coming, and come it has. Starting today, those fortunate enough to own an LG Broadband HDTV in the LH50 LCD series and PS80 plasma range can tap into VUDU's growing library of on-demand 1080p films. If you're still skeptical, we'll invite you to surf over to your set's Netcast interface; from there, you can either update your software to gain VUDU access or begin viewing right away (depending on when you purchased your tele). Oh, and if you're thinking of just lallygagging around while the rest of the world takes advantage, you should know that your first HD or HDX movie rental is gratis for a limited time, so there's some pretty obvious motivation to hop on it. Anyone given it a go? Impressed / unimpressed?

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VUDU's 1080p movie streaming goes live on LG Netcast HDTVs originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 Sep 2009 05:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You knew good and well it was coming, and come it has. Starting today, those fortunate enough to own an LG Broadband HDTV in the LH50 LCD series and PS80 plasma range can tap into VUDU's growing library of on-demand 1080p films. If you're still skeptical, we'll invite you to surf over to your set's Netcast interface; from there, you can either update your software to gain VUDU access or begin viewing right away (depending on when you purchased your tele). Oh, and if you're thinking of just lallygagging around while the rest of the world takes advantage, you should know that your first HD or HDX movie rental is gratis for a limited time, so there's some pretty obvious motivation to hop on it. Anyone given it a go? Impressed / unimpressed?

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VUDU's 1080p movie streaming goes live on LG Netcast HDTVs originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 Sep 2009 05:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: From the sounds of Vudu's solo PR, the LG sets are just the first off the line, so we'd expect a few more manufacturers to partner up soon.

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VUDU ditches the box, integrates into LG's LH50 NetCast HDTVs originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1080p42LH5047LH5050PS8060PS80broadband hdtvbroadband tvBroadbandHdtvBroadbandTvconnected HDTVConnectedHdtvfilmshdhd streamingHdStreamingHDTVhdxinternetlcdlcd hdtvLcdHdtvLGLG broadbandLgBroadbandLH50media streamerMediaStreamermoviesnetcaston demandOnDemandothersplasmaset top boxset-top-boxSetTopBoxSTBstreamstreamingVUDUWed, 29 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EST<![CDATA[VUDU ditches the box, integrates into LG's LH50 NetCast HDTVs]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/07/29/vudu-ditches-the-box-integrates-into-lgs-lh50-netcast-hdtvs/http://www.engadget.com/2009/07/29/vudu-ditches-the-box-integrates-into-lgs-lh50-netcast-hdtvs/http://www.engadget.com/2009/07/29/vudu-ditches-the-box-integrates-into-lgs-lh50-netcast-hdtvs/#comments After a quick test run on Entone's IPTV boxes, VUDU has now done the deed with a big time player. In a joint announcement today with LG, the outfit is announcing its first major foray into STB-less movie streaming. LG's Netflix-friendly LH50 line of connected HDTVs will act as the hosts, with VUDU's tried and true high-def streaming service acting as the highly anticipated guest. The outfit's next generation movie platform will enable owners of the 47LH50, 50PS80, 60PS80 and 42LH50 to buy or rent HD and HDX (1080p) films on demand through a refreshed user interface that promises no stutters or buffering waits. The new VUDU also brings along instant fast forward and rewind as well as instant start for all movie qualities, and as before, there's no monthly fee associated with the service. Eager to dive on in? It'll be made available for everyone (existing owners included) starting next month, and just so you know, we definitely don't envision LG being the last TV maker to slip under VUDU's covers. The full release is after the break.

Update: From the sounds of Vudu's solo PR, the LG sets are just the first off the line, so we'd expect a few more manufacturers to partner up soon.

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VUDU ditches the box, integrates into LG's LH50 NetCast HDTVs originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Without a doubt, the next big thing in the world of HDTVs is internet capabilities. With Toshiba just shipping its own web-enabled sets this week, LG Electronics is making sure it doesn't fall too far behind by floating a few of its own NetCast models out to the open market. Originally unveiled at CES, these HDTVs are the first from the company with built-in Netflix streaming support, and if you're curious about model numbers, it's the 47-inch 47LH50 LCD HDTV and the 50-inch 50PS80 plasma that are available today. LG tells us that the 42-inch 42LH50 LCD and 60-inch 60PS80 plasma should hit later this summer, but if you're looking to buy now, you'll have to pony up $1,999 for the 47LH50 or 50PS80.

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LG's Netflix-friendly 47LH50 and 50PS80 NetCast HDTVs now shipping in America originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Without a doubt, the next big thing in the world of HDTVs is internet capabilities. With Toshiba just shipping its own web-enabled sets this week, LG Electronics is making sure it doesn't fall too far behind by floating a few of its own NetCast models out to the open market. Originally unveiled at CES, these HDTVs are the first from the company with built-in Netflix streaming support, and if you're curious about model numbers, it's the 47-inch 47LH50 LCD HDTV and the 50-inch 50PS80 plasma that are available today. LG tells us that the 42-inch 42LH50 LCD and 60-inch 60PS80 plasma should hit later this summer, but if you're looking to buy now, you'll have to pony up $1,999 for the 47LH50 or 50PS80.

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LG's Netflix-friendly 47LH50 and 50PS80 NetCast HDTVs now shipping in America originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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After popping up across the Pacific, our European brothers have gotten a peek at LG's next generation Netcast-enabled Blu-ray player, the BD370. Confirmed for April, they got a look at the YouTube frontend, but we're still waiting for more eyes-on time Stateside to check out the Netflix and CinemaNow capabilities for this followup to the well-received BD300. Additional pics are after the read link.

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LG BD370 network Blu-ray player hands on originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Feb 2009 13:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As we heard at the LG presser, the company is getting in on the Netflix, CinemaNow and YouTube streaming game with its NetCast feature built into select LH50-class LCDs and PS80 plasmas, so you can pick your pixel flavor. It's definitely getting crowded in the space, but the Yahoo! Widget Engine angle is what sets this offering apart. Combined with PC connectivity, we're anxious to see support for MKV and more coming down the pike. Fun times ahead, and we won't argue with the arms race-like competition between vendors to shoehorn more functionality into the living room. Hit the link if you're curious enough to peruse the official PDF.

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LG goes official with its NetCast effort originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As we heard at the LG presser, the company is getting in on the Netflix, CinemaNow and YouTube streaming game with its NetCast feature built into select LH50-class LCDs and PS80 plasmas, so you can pick your pixel flavor. It's definitely getting crowded in the space, but the Yahoo! Widget Engine angle is what sets this offering apart. Combined with PC connectivity, we're anxious to see support for MKV and more coming down the pike. Fun times ahead, and we won't argue with the arms race-like competition between vendors to shoehorn more functionality into the living room. Hit the link if you're curious enough to peruse the official PDF.

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LG goes official with its NetCast effort originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hold onto your hats, kids -- LG's dropping a fresh dozen HDTVs on the world here in Vegas, so let's not waste any time getting right down to it. We've got nine LCD series and three plasma lines ranging from 19- to 60-inches in size, with many sporting LED backlighting, TruMotion 240Hz technology and the wireless capabilities that are becoming all the rage. Speaking of, the LH50 and PS80 lines feature the outfit's NetCast Entertainment Access, which enable users to access Yahoo! Widgets, YouTube and Netflix content. Moving on, the LHX slim wireless LED-backlit TV (55-inches) comes in at under an inch thick and includes a media box that can transfer 1080p footage sans wires (via Wireless HDMI, we hear). Hit the read link if you're up for digesting some serious specs.

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LG kicks out a dozen HDTV product lines at CES 2009 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hold onto your hats, kids -- LG's dropping a fresh dozen HDTVs on the world here in Vegas, so let's not waste any time getting right down to it. We've got nine LCD series and three plasma lines ranging from 19- to 60-inches in size, with many sporting LED backlighting, TruMotion 240Hz technology and the wireless capabilities that are becoming all the rage. Speaking of, the LH50 and PS80 lines feature the outfit's NetCast Entertainment Access, which enable users to access Yahoo! Widgets, YouTube and Netflix content. Moving on, the LHX slim wireless LED-backlit TV (55-inches) comes in at under an inch thick and includes a media box that can transfer 1080p footage sans wires (via Wireless HDMI, we hear). Hit the read link if you're up for digesting some serious specs.

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LG kicks out a dozen HDTV product lines at CES 2009 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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