Samsung LN52A550 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV by Samsung
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Digital camera reviews of Samsung LN52A550 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
Digital camera Review: A lot of bang for your buck!
Summary: 4 Stars
1st, off let me say how happy we were with the white-glove delivery of this product. I was very hesitant to make a purchase like this over the internet, but decided the price on Amazon compared to the retail store price (plus no taxes or shipping) was worth the risk. The delivery was prompt and everything was set up and checked before they left. The service was as good or better than the service I paid for years ago through a local retailing for a similar item - plus it was free!
Now, on to the TV itself. I went and looked at TVs this size for weeks before settling on this model. The difference in price between Amazon & a retail store was at least $400, if not more. The picture quality is fantastic, and the non-reflective screen is great in areas where glare/reflection would otherwise be a problem. Overall a really nice TV at a great price.
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There are some complaints posted here about the sound on this product and it is not fantastic. I did the recommended adjustments, but was still not satisfied. I found it sounded better when I put on a couple of dvds that I was familiar with and adjusted the sound based on what I thought it should sound like - but to each his own. That said I did notice a HUGE difference when using HDMI cables in both the sound and the picture quality. Using the HDMI cables I found no problem with either.
Digital camera Review: A550 vs. A650
Summary: 5 Stars
Purchased LN52A650 from Circuit City and returned it for LN52A550 from Amazon. Since my purchase from Amazon, the price dropped twice and I requested adjustment and received credit for the difference totaling $102. Amazon has a great price and excellent customer service.
As far as the TV is concerned, it is absolutely amazing. I'm watching Euro 2008 Italy vs. Spain as I type this and the picture quality is stunning. After experiencing both TVs, there isn't that much of a difference in picture quality between the A550 and the A650 model. In fact, I would say they are equal. The A550 model has less reflection compared to the A650 model. This was one of the reasons why I decided to go with the A550 model (The other reason being the price). The sound quality was horrible when arrived but after adjusting it with the setting recommended in this thread it made a big difference. It is not the best sounding TV out there but it is more than adequate.
I'm very happy with my purchase of A550 and the service I received from Amazon. And in the process, I saved over $800 and also received a free HD TiVo with purchase. Couldn't be happier.
Digital camera Review: Absolutely Stunning Picture Quality
Summary: 5 Stars
Picture absolutely stunning. Vibrant colors, crystal clear HD output. Even SD Channels are nice. All I have is ordinary Philips VHF/UHF Antenna I got from RadioShack and I am able to receive plenty of free-to-air HD Channels. The only issue sometimes I face is remote not responding promptly when I click buttons. I have to move my hands here and there especially Volume button to make it work. I think a decent Universal Remote Control will solve this problem. Other than that its absolutely gorgeous. Really Love this set.Digital camera Review: Addressing the Sound Complaint
Summary: 5 Stars
This television is an excellent product. When I purchased it, I wanted the best TV I could get for the money, so I chose to wait until the newer models were announced and this unit had a price drop. Saving $500 makes you feel a lot better about a purchase, doesn't it?
TO ADDRESS THE SOUND COMPLAINT: A lot of people are complaining that the speakers in the TV are crummy. I beg to differ. I am an adult male who enjoys movies and the occasional video game, and I have found these speakers, to although not amazing, are very impressive for not being seen and being kept within the TV itself. If you are worried about the sound quality, and you DO care about sound, but you are not in the upper echelons of the "audiophile" classification, then you will enjoy the sound. It's big, it's whole, it's good. Although, there's not a TON of base, but if you realize there is no subwoofer then no surprise.
BEST TV I'VE EVER WATCHED ON, HANDS DOWN. WILL BUY SAMSUNG AGAIN!
Digital camera Review: Agree with all the info above! Awesome TV but...
Summary: 5 Stars
This TV is fantastic as all have stated above... however a few things that are frustrating:
#1 - The TV only has one tuner built in - which means PIP only works when switching from other inputs. My old Sony had 2 tuners which was great for sports games and movies etc... I assumed without reading details this new TV would automatically have it.
#2 - Remote Control has more difficulty upclose but great range from a distance - maybe its my inability to point correctly...
Other than those simple items - this TV is awesome!