Samsung LCD TVs Offer HD, 3D and More!
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Samsung LCD TVs come in a variety of sizes, anywhere from 19 inches all the way up to 60 inches. They easily fit anywhere in you home, like hung on a wall or in a bedroom or your living room. In addition to a small footprint, when compared to the old CRT tube TVs, there is an amazing variety of accessories available, like TV apps, internet connected streaming and even 3D!
Optimal Distance Guide For HDTV ViewingScreen Size vs Feet from TV
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Samsung LCD Models
The top of the line Samsung LCD models start at 60 inches. When choosing a HD TV, you want the correct size to fit the room. If the Screen is too large and you sit too close, you will notice the picture isn't very clear and when too far away it's just too small to see. Scroll through the box below to find the right size for your room.
Samsung LCD TV Models60"
52" - 58"
46" - 50"
40" - 42"
32" - 37"
19" - 26"
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Samsung LED LCD TVs
As I mentioned in my article on LCD Televisions, I would suggest you get a model that uses LED backlighting instead of cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFLs) backlighting. The LED technology offers darker blacks, instead of grey looking blacks. LED's hardly ever go out and offer better energy efficiency and much longer life.
Samsung LED LCD TV Models
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There's An App for That!
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Samsung LCD TVs offer hundred of TV apps for internet connected TVs in the Samsung Apps Store. Apps allow you to stream movies from Netflix, Blockbuster, TV series from Hulu, YouTube, live sports from ESPN and even music from sites like Pandora.
What's An App?
Apps are small computer programs that reside on your Samsung LCD TV screen, smart phone or computer. They provide access to local weather data, games, movies, live sports and More! Watch your favorite movie or TV series using apps from internet sites like Hulu, ABC, Syfy and Pandora music. Pandora let's you customize you own personal streaming music channel. With It, you only listen to the music you enjoy!
Where Do Apps Come From?
You can get your internet apps for your Samsung LCD TV from the Samsung Apps Store! The app store is very easy to navigate and use. First, you must register your Samsung TV, Blu-ray player or home theater component at the app store, then After that, you can download your apps. Keep in mind that there are many free apps, but there is a cost for others. Apps tend to be very inexpensive, so it won't break your bank buying some.
Categories of Apps in the Samsung Apps Store
- TV Apps
- Video
- Game
- Sports
- Lifestyle
- Information
- Other
Movie Apps
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Movie apps allow you to stream your favorite movie over the internet. Apps also allow you to download or stream shows, without using a DVR right to your TV. Stream movies from sites like Netflix! You also have the option of using Blockbuster, Hulu, YouTube and many other sites.
Music Apps
There are many music sites on the internet where you can listen to whatever niche of music you desire. Get on-demand music using the Pandora app and listen to what you enjoy on your schedule!
Social Apps
Stay in touch will friends and family with Socials apps. Social apps from Twitter and FaceBook let you keep up with the busy life of others and easily share happenings in your own life.
Gaming Apps
Get entertained with gaming apps like Blackjack Masters or Dr. Brain! Gaming apps allows gaming fun without going to the computer and will keep you entertained for hours.
News Apps
Keep up on breaking news with news Apps. From AccuWeather to Google Maps, you are sure to get the latest happenings from around the globe or your local neighborhood!
Connecting Your TV to the World!
To use internet apps, you need a wired Ethernet cable or a wireless N internet connection. If you are planning on streaming movies and TV over the internet, you need a fast internet connection. I stream Netflix using a 7 mbps connection. If you are sharing the network with other users, you may want to upgrade your internet connection to an even faster speed. DSL from Qwest internet goes all the way to 40 mbps and the prices are very reasonable!
Wireless networking is not built into the Samsung TVs. To use wireless, you need a wireless internet adapter like the LinkStick from Samsung. I recommend getting a wireless N adapter for best performance. Keep in mind, you will need a wireless network connection or wired Ethernet connection to stream content. Wireless networking is fairly straight forward, but if you need help there are lots of resources on the internet or, you can hire someone locally to set it up for you.
3D TV!
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3D is the newest sensation for Samsung LCD TVs and immerses you in the action like never before! You do need a few things before you can get 3D HD, like the TV, content and 3D Glasses.
The TV is the easy part, but a little more work is needed to get the content. I have written about Direct TV in other articles on this site and really do stress that they are the only way to go for content. Direct TV even has 3 full-time 3D channels and the list is growing! You need 3D glasses which are available from your retailer when you get your Television.
Another great way to get 3D content is through Blu-ray discs and 3D movies are available in the format. Samsung LCD 3D sets also have the option to convert 2D content into 3D. I have found Netflix to be the best source for Blu-ray content, but purchasing the disc is another excellent option!
Samsung LCD Accessories
Samsung has several accessories available for your new TV! If you get 3D, you will need 3D glasses. There are also LinkStick's and even kid's 3D glasses if you need them.
- Shrek Starter Kit (Two 3D Glasses & First 3 Shrek Movies)
- "How to Train Your Dragon†Starter Kit
- 3D Starter Kit
- 3D Active Glasses
- 3D Active Glasses
- 3D Active Glasses for Kids
- RMC30C2 Touch Control
- Ultra Slim Wall Mount
- Ultra Slim Wall Mount
- LinkStick Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
My Conclusion...
I am very impressed with Samsung LCD TVs! Not only are they feature rich and well built, but they offer some great options like 3D and LED backlighting. I love the idea of 3D, but the technology is young and there are other newer technologies on the horizon that promise 3D without using Glasses!
It really comes down to your pocketbook. If you have the money and realize that the technology will probably be changing, I say go for it! If you are like me, you can get a regular LCD TV and wait to see what happens.
No matter what you decide, you can't go wrong with a Samsung LCD TV!
If you finished reading about "Samsung LCD" TVs, learn about the technology in "LCD Televisions"
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