Differences between LG LA660V and LA690V

The LA660V and LA690V LG models are virtually identical. The difference we have found is only in terms of design. While the LM660V incorporates a new base design, the LA690V model has the same pedestal as last year. LA660V model is more depth. Actually the only reason to choose one or another model is to see which we like better aesthetically.

The shared specs:

• Edge LED with Local Dimming (IPS)
• MCI: 400Hz (100Hz)
• Dual-Core Processor
• Tuners DVB-T/-C/-S
• 3D passive with glasses included x4 and 2D/3D conversion 
• SmartTV, Wi-Fi and browser with flash
• 3x HDMI and 3x USB
• Dual Dual-Play with 2x Glasses included

(waiting to see if both models include USB HDD Recorder 1.25 GB)

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• LG LA660V
• LG LA690V

LG LA660V and LA690V (lg.com /de)

LG LA660V: A 2013 HDTV for all the family

The LG LA660V is the same model that the LA690V, we couldn't find more differences than the exterior design. LA660V model is a bit wider than the top model. The features, we can say that is a great LED TV. It includes Local Dimming in an IPS panel, to improve image quality, dual-core, MCI 400Hz, ... This model incorporates SmartTV LG's new platform for 2013. With the LG LA660V LED TV you can enjoy the passive 3D, which is one of the best. The pack includes 4x passive 3D glasses and 2x Dual Play glasses. A model highly recommended for all users.

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Specs/Features:
Screen Size: 42, 47, 50 and 55 inches.
Technology: Edge LED with Local Dimming (IPS)
Resolution: 1080p
3D: yes, passive
MCI: 400Hz
Panel Frequency: 100Hz
Processor: Dual-Core
Tuner: Freeview-HD, cable and satellite. (DVB-T2/-C/-S)
SB & UPnP: DivX Plus HD, MKV, TS, AVI, MP4, MP3, WMV & WMA, AAC, DTS.
Other specifications:

• 2D/3D Conversion
• SmartTV
• Wi-Fi
• Browser with flash
• USB Recorder
• Magic Remote
• Voice Control
• 3x HDMI
• 3x USB
• 4x passive 3D glasses
• Glasses 2x Dual-Play

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Design LG LA660V

This model has the support with new design of LG. The LED TV dimensions without stand are: 106.9 x 62.4 x 3.5 cm

LG LA660V (lg.com/de)

Other TVs like LG LA660V?

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• Samsung F6800
• Panasonic Viera ET60
• LG LM760T

Difference between LG LA690V and the LG LA660V?

• In our post you can see the differences between LG LA690V and LA660V

Conclusion:
LG offers each year a lot of good midrange LED TV models, LED TVs for all the family. This model incorporates 4 x 3D glasses, glasses Dual-Play, the command "Control Magic", ... many families are going to buy this model this year 2013. The image quality is also very good, good viewing angle, good brightness levels, ... one LED TV and quality assurance.
Model Name:

• LG 42LA660V
• LG 47LA660V
• LG 50LA660V
• LG 55LA660V

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LG LA690V: Is it the best LED-HDTV in 2013?

This is a great 3D LED HDTV 2013 model. The LG LA690V is the top model in the 6000 series. As for image quality includes Local Dimming, 400Hz MCI although the panel operates at 100Hz. This year LG has decided to integrate the dual-core processor in many of its models since one of its strengths is the LG SmartTV, the processor can actually work better access and application usage. Support remains strong points of other LG models for midrange supports "mkv" and "dts". Another improvement over the previous year's is the voice control or the remote control "Magic Remote".

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Specs/Features:
Screen Size: 42, 47 and 55 inches.
Technology: Edge LED with Local Dimming (IPS)
Resolution: 1080p
3D: yes, passive
MCI: 400Hz
Panel Frequency: 100Hz
Processor: Dual-Core
Tuner: Freeview-HD, cable and satellite. (DVB-T2/-C/-S)
SB & UPnP: DivX Plus HD, MKV, TS, AVI, MP4, MP3, WMV & WMA, AAC, DTS.
Other specifications:

• 2D/3D Conversion
• SmartTV
• Wi-Fi
• Browser with flash
• USB Recorder
• Magic Remote
• Voice Control
• 3x HDMI
• 3x USB
• Optical output
• 4x passive 3D glasses
• Glasses 2x Dual-Play

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Design LG LA690V
LG presents its new designs, still in its elegant line almost invisible edges. We believe this new base design improves the "stand" of the previous year's model. The TV without stand  measures 1233 x 723 x 34.7 mm

LG LA690V (lg.com/us)

Other TVs like LG LA690V?

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• LG LM760T
• Samsung F6800
• Panasonic Viera ET60

Difference between LG LA660V and the LG LA690V?

• In our post you can see the differences between LG LA660V and LA690V

Conclusion:
In our opinion this TV is very good, if we list its characteristics it is clear that is a full-equip HDTV: 3D passive glasses included, Dual Play for gammers, Dual-Core to improve the functioning of SmartTV, local dimming to improve picture quality , MCI 400Hz for fast moving images, extras as "Magic Remote", ... LG has made a really big TV upper-middle range. The panel "IPS" offers a viewing angle of nearly 180 ° but one of the downsides is that it doesn't produce a blacks as deep as Samsung televisions in the same price range models.

Model Name:

• LG 42LA690V
• LG 47LA690V
• LG 55LA690V

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Samsung F5000: The cheapest TV LED of Samsung 2013

The Samsung F5000 is a 2013 model on sale during 2013-2014. This model doesn't include SmartTV or 3D technology. The F5000 Series model that includes  SmartTV is the F5500. This TV is simple but quality. It has 100Hz CMR, frequency 50Hz panel. Connections can be limited because it only includes 2x HDMI and a USB port. Although this is a simple model, without any extra, we can say that offers good black levels, a pretty amazing picture quality for a TV in this range. This model, the Samsung F5000, is ideal for users who simply want a classic TV, only the TV.

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Technical / Specifications:
Screen Size: 32, 39, 42, 46, and 50 inches.
Technology: Edge LED TV
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
3D: no
CMR: 100Hz
Panel Frequency: 50Hz
Tuner: DVB - T2 / C DTV Tuner
Compatibility:???
Other:

• 2 x HDMI
• 1 x USB
• Audio Output 20W

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Design Samsung F5000:
The F5000 looks quite classic. The bezel measures less than 2cm and the support is square design. Samsung  offers this design at their lowest models since few years ago. The finishes are in black plastic. The dimensions
of the set without Stand (W x H x D) : 1059.6 x 626.2 x 49.4mm

Samsung F5000 (samsung.com/us)

Other LED TV like Samsung F5000?

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• Samsung F5300
• LG LN570V

Conclusion (verdict):

The new model F5000 Samsung offers a  decent image quality, the lateral vision starts to degrade after about 30º. Black levels are good but the refresh rate may be somewhat short for watching sports. The TV is FullHD and brings HD tuner so you can view all current Freeview channels. This TV is highly recommended for users who don't give much importance to the TV and only want a TV that looks good and cheap.

Model Name:

• Samsung UE32F5000AK
• Samsung UE39F5000AK
• Samsung UE42F5000AK
• Samsung UE46F5000AK

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Panasonic Viera TX-E6B: UK 2013 model without 3D

The Panasonic Viera E6 is the best TV without 3D in 2013. This model can be found in 32, 39, 42 and 50 inches. Panasonic mounts on all 2013 models the IPS panels that provides a wide viewing angle. This model hasn't 3D, it includes SmartTV but the browser doesn't support flash. Panasonic is doing a great job with their LED TVs. As equipment the E6 Viera is a television without extras.
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Technical / Specifications:
Technology: IPS LED
Screen Size: 32, 39, 42 and 50 inches
BLB: 100Hz
Refresh (panel):?
3D: no
Processor:?
Tuner: PAL-I, DVB-T, DVB-T/T2 (MPEG4-AVC [H.264])
Compatibility: AVI/MKV/WMV/MP4/M4v/FLV/3GPP/VRO/VOB/TS/PS, MP3/AAC/WMA Pro / FLAC / WAV, JPEG
Other specifications:

• 3xHDMI.
• 2xUSB
• Smart Viera
• Out auido optical
• Browser without flash
• WiFi
• Speaker output 20W

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Design:
It has the Super Narrow Bezel design  and the maximum depth is less than 5cm

Panasonic E6B (panasonic.co.uk)

Other LED TV like E6B?
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• Samsung F6100
• Panasonic Viera ET60

Conclusion (verdict):

We could say that the worst of this TV is its SmartTV system, which does not support Flash in its browser, which places it far from Samsung and LG in this regard. Anyway a television can be very interesting for those looking for good picture quality without 3D, that are passionate about the issue of SmartTV and with a really elegant design. We hope that the price is not very high and can be a good option for this next year 2013 and 2014.

Name of models:

• Panasonic Viera TX-L32E6B
• Panasonic Viera TX-L39E6B
• Panasonic Viera TX-L42E6B
• Panasonic Viera TX-L50E6B

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Samsung F6400AK: SmartTV, Active 3D, DVB-T2, ...

The Samsung F6400 is one of the cheaper models that includes 3D for 2013, and one of the only ones who still backs the active 3D. This model includes 2x 3D active glasses. Samsung wants that the ES6400 model will be the successor to the top-sales model ES6100, on sale during 2012 and 2013. The improvements of this model are the extras: Touch Pad, voice control, ... also includes good connexions: 4xHDMI, 3xUSB, Wi-Fi, ... The tuner is DVB-T2  for a UK model F6400AK, while models in other countries include only  the DVB-T, F6400AW.

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Technical / Specifications:
Screen Size: 32, 40, 46, and 55 inches.
Technology: Edge LED TV
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
3D: yes, active
CMR: 200Hz
Refresh rate (real): 100Hz
Processor: Dual-Core
Tuner: DVB-T2 / C DTV Tuner
Compatibility: MKV, TS, HD DivX, AVI, MP4, AAC, MP3, WMV, WMA, ...
Other:

• SmartTV
• Wi-Fi
• Browser
• 4 x HDMI
• 3 x USB
• Voice Control
• Smart Touch Control
• USB Recorder
• 2D-3D converter
• 2 Active 3D Glasses
• Audio Output 20W

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Design Samsung F6400:
It model has the same design as the 2012 model, with the base shaped blade. The bezel is black and measures just over one inch. The depth without pedestal is about 5cm.

Samsung F6400AK (samsung.com/uk)

Other LED TV like Samsung F6400?

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• Panasonic ET60
• LG LA620V
• Samsung F6500

Conclusion (verdict):

This model is designed for users who want a complete television with good SmartTV and 3D, plus some extras like voice control. It seems that this model (doesn't) improves with a dual core processor and doesn't incorporates technology MicroDimming that improve the image quality. Pending the starting price this looks set to be another best-seller for Samsung in 2013.

Model Name:

• Samsung UE32F6400AK
• Samsung UE40F6400AK
• Samsung UE46F6400AK
• Samsung UE55F6400AK

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Philips PFL8008: Review the best Philips LED TV 2013

The model PFL8008 Philips is a higher-end model presented in 2013. This model is in sale during 2013 and 2014. The technical features are amazing with PRM 1400Hz for the fast moving images as sports or action movies. It's a TV like last year's model, seems to have focused on improving the management of TV, one of the most criticized aspects in their 2012 models. To improve the management of TV and SmartTV includes a pointer and a remote control with integrated keyboard. It seems that the SmartTV still not comparable to Samsung SmartTV. Another aspect that is improved compatibility and this model support MKV and DTS. The design is still amazing.

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Technical / Specifications:
Technology: Edge LED Pixel HD MicroDimming
Screen Size: 40, 46 and 55
3D: Yes, active
Resolution: FullHD (1920x1080)
PMR: 1400 Hz
Processor: Dual-Core
Compatibility: DivX Plus HD, MKV, AVI, TS, M2TS, WMV, AC3, MP3, WMA, DTS, ...
Tuner: DVB-T2, DVB-S2 and DVB-C.
Other specifications:

• 4x HDMI
• 3x USB
• USB recorder
• 2D-3D converter
• 2x 3D glasses
• Dual View Gaming (2x DualView glasses)
• Camera
• SmartTV
• Browser
• Wifi
• Keyboard Command
• Pointer gyroscope
• Sound 30W

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Design:

Samsung presents a design with quality finishes, the depth of the TV is about 3.25 cm and it maintains Ambilight Spectra 3 parts providing ambient lighting according to the image of the TV.

Philips PFL8008 (whathifi.com)

Another TVs similar to Philips PFL8008?
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• LG LA860W
• Samsung F8000
• Sony W800A
• Panasonic WT60

Difference between Philips PFL8007 and PFL8008?

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Conclusion (Verdict):

Philips has achieved with this model really complete a great TV, leaving his SmartTV. The Philips PFL8008 offers incredible image: MicroDimming, Perfect Pixel HD, Perfect Natural Motion 3D, PMR 1400Hz, ... along with a significant improvement in its management: keyboard, pointer, ... and compatibility: MKV, DTS, .... Philips has done a good job this year in functionality, not so much on image. We should not underestimate the design, because nowadays our TV decorates our living room.

Model Name:

• Philips 40PFL8008
• Philips 46PFL8008
• Philips 55PFL8008

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