Sony BRAVIA XBR-65HX929 65" 3D LED TV (1920x1080, 240 Hz, HDTV, LED Backlight, 3D)

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Pros: Top-line HDTVs with great visual design, Outstanding image quality, Enhanced 3d capability, Solid Internet apps suite
Cons: Expensive, Doesn't include 3D goggles with basic package, image degradation at extreme angles, 3D has some flickering

Review: You're an owner of a home entertainment system looking to trade up to some new equipment, and you insist on having the best and the latest high definition technology to serve as the new centerpiece of your living room. Well, look no further than the Bravia HBR-X929 HDTV series, the newest flagship HDTVs from Sony. This Bravia line, made up of three different models (46", 55", and 65" screens,) gains its place at the top of the line through a combination of cutting-edge technology and a sense of elegant style. The X929 Bravias are definitely a thing of beauty, with its dark, featureless plane earning it the moniker of "Monolithic". The Conning Gorilla Glass screen that is lighter than conventional plate glass but much stronger, reaches up to the utmost edge of the bezel, which is, in turn, slightly set back and burnished with a handsome metallic sheen. The whole unit is only one and a half inches deep, and the included swivel stand only adds a couple more inches to that super slim profile when the X929s are mounted on it. However, the real magic happens once you switch on the unit and the screen jumps to life. Good looks are only half of what makes a great HDTV, and the Sony Bravia HBR-X929 series is no exception to that rule. The true advantage of the high-end Bravia X929s over similar models is easily obvious in its outstanding image quality, courtesy of Sony's X-Reality PRO Engine and Motionflow XR 960 image technologies. The entire expanse of the 1920X1080 native resolution on these big screens is likewise fitted with the Intelligent Peak LED Backlight which uses an array of LED lights that automatically adjusts between light and dark areas to provide excellent contrast to every image. Bravia X929s are fully 3D-compatible, giving you the ability to enjoy 3D content from your media players or game consoles when paired with Sony's Active Shutter 3D glasses. They have even enhanced the decoder systems to reduce the incidence of crosstalk or ghosting. The X929 series also retains the LightSensor technology that optimizes image quality according to lighting conditions. Sony's Bravia X929s are also on the forefront of merging television with the unlimited entertainment found on the web. Using your home's Internet connection plugged into the Bravia X929's wired or wireless network connection adapters, you can access available content through widgets included in the Bravia Internet video suite. Featured in the X929 series are a rather generous selection, including media streaming sites like Netflix, Hulu Plus, and Pandora, as well as widgets for social networks like Facebook and Twitter. With the addition of a required compact mic and camera unit, you can even call friends and family using Skype. Since the Sony Bravia HBR-X929 HDTV series is considered as a top product line, it should come as no surprise that it also commands a hefty price tag. Sad to say, there also seems to be some issues with off-axis viewing with the X929s, with extreme angles having the most image degradation. While 3D is quite reliable in terms of performance, there's some instances when the screen does flicker, and its 3D doesn't work too well when your head is tilted. Lastly, unless you're buying the more complete, but obviously more expensive bundled version of this model, there are no 3D goggles included with the package. However, when it comes down to performance, the Sony Bravia HBR-X929 series are definitely solid performers

Sony Bravia BX-330 Series 32" LCD TV (1366x768, 60 Hz, HDTV)

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	Price: $329.99
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Pros: Crisp picture, Decent sound, Thin frame, Can be used as a computer monitor, Has 4 HD inputs and a USB port
Cons: Not much features, No other sizes

Review: You'd probably think that given its fantastic and amazingly low price tag, the 32" Sony BX330 has no business looking this good, but the truth is, both its design and picture quality are impressive, needing almost no adjustments for the average consumer. Digital Noise Reduction also helps in providing clearer output. You should find a lot to like about the BX330 too. For example, its size is great for any bedroom and it is dual purpose as it can be used as a computer monitor. Aside from the PC input, an HD component input and two HDMI inputs allow easy connection to any source, including but not limited to Blu-Ray disc players and game consoles. All the contents of your USB storage device can likewise be played on your HDTV by simply connecting it to the USB port. Sound quality is decent and as good as any entry-level HDTV. If you find yourself wanting greater audio performance than the BX330 can offer though, you can always hook up additional speakers and enjoy better sound. Three Picture Modes consist of Vivid, Standard and Custom also permits instant picture enhancement. The Sony BX330 is not capable of displaying a native Full HD 1080p image. From another standpoint, it is hardly noticeable, especially on a 32" screen. You won't be able to explore and search for movies, TV shows and more via the Internet or talk to your loved ones through Skype, but for picture quality alone, it will not be a disappointment. There are no other sizes available and there's also not much features integrated into the unit, but those are the only negative things we can say about an otherwise solid HDTV. In short, if you are a TV enthusiast who wants to keep it simple and you are seeking for a high-def model with an understated look, the Sony BX330 is a good starting point.