Samsung’s first ever full HD 3D TV is shipping in the United States, and a day earlier than expected. Amazon is showing off not one but two 55-inch UN55C7000 TVs that come with 3D 240Hz motion technology that are in stock for $3,299.99 as well as free delivery. The TVs have some nice specs about them, besides having 3D capabilities.

The UN55C7000 has Mega Dynamic Contrast, Component and PC input, BD Wise, 4 HDMI (version 1.3) connections, HDMI-CEC, 2 ConnectShare Movie, full 1080P HD, 240Hz Clear Motion Rate and 2 USB connections. The dimensions for the UN55C7000 measures in at 12 x 50.5 x 32.9 inches and weighs in at around 54 pounds.

The UN55C7000 has the ability to switch between 2D and 3D TV via a switch on the device. But to see the images in actual 3D be prepared to fork out an additional $150 for shutter glasses. In addition to all the other features the UN55C7000 has internet access, an enhanced gaming mode and built-in digital tuner.

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Panasonic launched it’s new line of Plasma and LCD TVs in January, and last week they gave a “formal demonstration” of their new televisions, according to CNET.com. The TVs, which will be in stores over the next few months, are said to have lots of great new features and a lot better picture quality than previous models. Here is a look at what you can expect from the company, according to CNET.

The Panasonic TC-PVT25 series is 3-D compatible and comes with a pair of 3D glasses. It has a 96Hz refresh option for 1080p/24 compatibility, short-throw phosphors, Pro Setting user menu with advanced controls, and ISFccc mode. The 50 and 54-inch models will be available in May or June and a price has yet to be determined.

The TC-PG25 and TC-PG20 series both have infinite black panel with 5,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. They are THX certified, feature VieraCast, which adds Netflix, Pandora, Twitter, Fox Sports, and other content, and Skype video calling. They have optional Wi-Fi connection, VGA-style PC input, two USB ports, and an image viewer that handle both video and photos. Aside from a few cosmetic reasons and their compatibility with a network camera. The TC-PG25 series includes, 42, 46, 50, and 54-inch models. They will be available in March or April and range from $1199.95 to $1999.95. The TC-PG20 series will only include 50 and 54-inch models, and will also be available in March/April, but prices are currently unknown.

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Tags: 3d glasses, dynamic contrast ratio, inch models, lcd tvs

LG is giving us another reason to keep believing in Plasma tvs with their new pair of Plasma HDTVs dubbed “Skinny Frame”. The name skinny Frame comes from the less than 25mm thinness of the plasma screens. Now 25mm isn’t ridiculously thin but I don’t think anybody is going to hate on it because of that.

LG is offering up 2 different models for the Skinny Frame, the 50-inch 50PK550 and the 60-inch 60PK550. Both models share the same spec sheet which is seems to be pretty solid. Both models offer 600Hz technology refresh rate, mega contrast ratio, automatic contrast adjustment based on lighting conditions, full HD resolution 3 HDMI ports and one USB port.

The Skinny Frames will both be able to display images in full HD and will also be able to play photos and videos via the USB port. The specs on these models are good but the price may say otherwise as the 50-inch model comes in at around $1,500 with the 60-inch pricing at around $3,325 US. Neither model is available in the United States yet but both are available in Korea.

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Tags: contrast adjustment, lighting conditions, plasma screens, plasma tvs