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LG has just unveiled the world’s first 2D/3D switchable, 42-inch HD LCD TV. This display uses Philips’ WOWvx 3D technology, “which provides auto-stereoscopic images without the need for those silly-looking, 50’s era blue and red glasses.” Other specifications have not yet been released .We’ll keep you posted as more information becomes available. [via engadgetAVing]

PCMag reviews the Sony VAIO VGC-LS1 Media Center PC. Just a quick refresher, this PC/TV features a 19-inch 1680 x 1050 display, an Intel Core Duo processor, 2GB of memory, 250GB HDD, analog TV tuner, DVR capabilities, 802.11 a/b/g Wi-Fi, and a DVD burner. Here’s the verdict:

With its gorgeous widescreen monitor, this all-in-one desktop may look like a 19-inch LCD HDTV, but it is so much more: It’s a Media Center PC that even my wife wouldn’t throw out of the bedroom. If it weren’t for a couple of glitches, I’d call it the perfect all-in-one PC

[via PCMag]

Sony expands its Media Center PC line with the LS1. This all-in-one PC/TV sports a 19-inch 1680 x 1050 display, an Intel Core Duo processor, 2GB of memory, 250GB HDD, analog TV tuner, DVR capabilities, 802.11 a/b/g Wi-Fi, and a DVD burner. Expect to shell out $2,100 for the LS1 when it’s released mid-September. [via GizmodoRegHardware]

Samsung today unveiled the world’s first 70-inch LCD HDTV, which boasts 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 2000:1 contrast ratio, 600nit brightness, 180-degree viewing angles, and 92% color saturation for optimum image quality. Pricing and availability have not yet been announced.

In addition, its video signal is reproduced at 120Hz, compared to a video signal of 60 Hz for a conventional Full HD LCD panel, enabling rapidly moving video images to be reproduced with crystal clarity. Samsung will begin producing the new 70-inch LCD during the first half of 2007, bolstering its position in the ultra-large-screen TV segment

[via Akihabara]

At $3,202, the 37-inch TH-37PX600 offers 1024 x 768 native resolution, 1000:1 contrast ratio, two HDMI inputs, an SD card slot, and a built-in digital tuner. Here’s the verdict:

Another area in which the 37PX600 absolutely excels – and teaches LCD rivals a harsh lesson – is colours. Its V-Real processing and plasma technology together take the trip down from high to standard definition surprisingly in their stride…Another effortlessly sublime TV from Panasonic – and one that proves without doubt that you write plasma off at your peril

[via Trustedreviews]

Available in 32-inch, 37-inch, or 42-inch varieties, Toshiba’s new WLT68-series displays are the first to include three HDMI inputs, along with standard 100Hz image processing. They all boast 1366 x 768 native resolution, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 500 cd/m2 brightness, an integrated digital tuner, and PC-inputs. Pricing and availability have not yet been announced. [via TrustedReviews]

What sets the Toshiba TLP-XC2500U apart from other projectors is that it comes with a built-in 3MP QXGA document imaging camera. At 8.8-pounds, the XC2500U offers 400:1 contrast ratio, 2500 ANSI Lumens, and three XGA (1024 x 768) LCD panels. Available now for $1,540 through select Toshiba Direct vendors.

A removable palm-sized control panel on the projector is specially designed with a self-assigned password for theft prevention. When the control panel is removed, the projector is no longer operable unless the password is entered on the remote control

[via OhGizmo!]

Samsung’s SPD-50P7HDT is the world’s first 50-inch wireless PDP-plasma display. Using the included AV center, you can connect all your devices (DVD, VCR, etc.) and have their signals transmitted wirelessly via 802.11a to the display. One potential negative, the SPD-50P7HDT is priced at a hefty $5000USD. No word yet on availability. [via NewLaunches]

If you’ve been looking for a cone-shaped audio system, check out the Aigo F529. This device features 1GB of internal memory, 5W Dynamic Bass speakers, and an SD/MMC card slot. Best of all, it’s priced at just $133. Product page here.

The speakers give you 360-degrees of “omni-directional” sound and a 4096 color LED on top that can be set in time to your music

[via Gizmodo]