Samsung's new line of televisions has been a big hit. With a stunning
1.1-in. ultrathin design and new energy-efficient technology packed
inside to save money on your electricity bill, it's easy to see why.
Landing right in the middle of a three-tier lineup, the Series 7000 is notable for more than energy efficiency. The $3,000 TV comes chock full of goodies, including stunning design, interactivity with the Web, a crystal-clear high-definition picture, and an excellent master remote. But the experience is diminished by a lack of image uniformity and a feature setup that's fraught with legal jargon.
First, the advantages: The most notable addition over previous models is LED, or light-emitting diode, backlighting across the lineup. Replacing fluorescent-tube backlighting typically improves image quality and delivers greater power efficiency by adjusting lighting only in areas of the set required to correctly view the picture on the screen.
Landing right in the middle of a three-tier lineup, the Series 7000 is notable for more than energy efficiency. The $3,000 TV comes chock full of goodies, including stunning design, interactivity with the Web, a crystal-clear high-definition picture, and an excellent master remote. But the experience is diminished by a lack of image uniformity and a feature setup that's fraught with legal jargon.
First, the advantages: The most notable addition over previous models is LED, or light-emitting diode, backlighting across the lineup. Replacing fluorescent-tube backlighting typically improves image quality and delivers greater power efficiency by adjusting lighting only in areas of the set required to correctly view the picture on the screen.
