Sharp LC42D64U Review
Sharp Aquos LC42D64U 42-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
The Aquos line, Sharp’s flagship line in HDTVs, continues to churn out an occasional gem, though uneventful ones are more frequent. The Aquos LC42D64U is one such gem released by Sharp for 2007, and it’s an LCD TV that is perfect for those wanting to experience HDTV at a price lower than those of the more popular brands.
Design
The D64 series is designated by Sharp as the “slim line” and it shows in the stylishly thin design of the LC42D64U – ultra-thin bezel surrounding the screen and the relatively shallow depth at 3.75 inches, which is an inch or so thinner compared to other Sharp models. The thin glossy black bezels give the impression of wider screen acreage, with the lower portion holding the logo, control buttons, and the speakers which are camouflaged by a chrome strip. Read more
Sharp Aquos LC-52D85U Review
The Sharp Aquos LC-52D85U
When it comes to LCD HDTVs, brand names like Samsung, Sony and Panasonic come to mind readily, but Sharp, although relatively not as prominent as the others, has been making LCDs ever since 1988, which gives it an edge over the other companies. This edge is most apparent in the Sharp Aquos LC-52D85U.
Sharp Jumps Into 3D HDTV Market
Japanese electronics corporation, Sharp, has recently announced that it is preparing to launch its own 3D LCD HDTV sets, joining a market where Panasonic, Samsung and Sony currently prevail.
Indeed, Panasonic was the first to release 3D HDTVs followed by Samsung while Sony promises to deliver its first 3D Bravia, the HX803, in time for the World Cup.
Sharp will be introducing its 3D HDTVs in Japan this summer, followed by a December release in the United States, Europe and China.
The models, sizes and prices of the Aquos 3D sets are yet to be announced. What Sharp did disclose, though, was that its 3D HDTVs would have an Advanced Display, that is to say its display will use not just the three standard primary colors or RGB technology, but four – red, green, blue and yellow, for sharper and more vivid images – a first in the industry.
Sharp also said its 3D HDTVs will have a higher response speed so as to eliminate the problem of ‘crosstalk’ or ghost images.
Although new to the 3D HDTV market, Sharp is by no means new to 3D technology. In fact, it released the first 3D notebook back in 2003 and has also just released the world’s first 3D HD camera for mobile devices.
Sharp also unveiled a three-inch touchscreen 3D display last month and is working on 3D displays for mobile devices that do not need 3D glasses, which are perfect for the next generations of smartphones and possibly for the Nintendo 3DS handheld gaming console.
