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More than a third of all recorded DVR content is never viewed

While the DVR has significantly increased the convenience of catching your favorite television shows and movies, a new study indicates that a large chunk of recorded content simply never gets watched.

Is that a glass slab or a television? Philips’ swank Designline TVs blend both

Philips surprises us with this uniquely designed DesignLIne TV which fuses a 46 or 55-inch panel with a solid sheet of glass. No base, no stand, no bezel.

Sharp ships new 6-series AQUOS LED Smart TVs with one hand and accepts $111 Million from Samsung with the other

Sharp ships new 6-series AQUOS LED Smart TVs with one hand and accepts $111 Million from Samsung with the other. Could this mean trouble for Apple?

Panasonic at CES: Write on your HDTV and try on some ‘bone-conducting’ headphones

Panasonic talks HDTVs, partnerships, cord-free media devices, and bone-conducted music technology at its CES 2013 press conference.
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Roundup: LG’s 2013 A/V line-up condensed for your geeky pleasure

Too busy stuffing your face and opening presents over the holidays to catch all the news on LG's new gadgets for 2013? No worries, we've got it all here.

JVC surprises analysts, releases new JVC JLE55SP4000 55-inch SmartTV

The JVC JLE55SP4000 SmartTV comes as a surprise, after JVC Kenwood Corps' promise to narrow its focus and concentrate on home and car audio.

Some fun facts about the history and massive size of CES (Infographic)

We've found an infographic that gives some history on CES and shows just how massive the trade show has become in recent decades.
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Nearly two-thirds of Americans watch over 3 hours of TV per day

In a culture where obesity is such a prevalent issue that television networks create reality shows around people losing weight, many Americans are spending over three hours a day simply staring at a television screen.
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Sony’s Bravia TV goes social with firmware update

With more consumers checking social network updates while spending time in front of the television, Sony rolled out a new way for Bravia TV owners to keep up with Facebook and Twitter.
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3D television and projector sales are on the rise

While many studios are still struggling to produce quality 3D entertainment in the form of movies and television shows, consumers within the United States seem to be embracing upgrading 3D hardware.
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More than half of new HDTV owners are shunning 3D

With the majority of consumer electronics manufacturers supporting 3D with new releases of high definition television sets, it appears that consumers still aren't convinced about the benefits.

Sharp unveils massive 80-inch LED LCD TV – impressions and pics

Moments ago Sharp unveiled its biggest LCD TV to date and what it claims is the “world’s largest LED LCD TV.” At 80 inches, the new Aquos LC-80LE632U is absolutely massive, dwarfing 55- and 60-inch televisions much like 46-inch TVs dwarfed traditional TVs a few years back. The unit is a natural step up from the […]
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ViewSonic kills the Boxee-powered HDTV

Is a dramatic shift in the decreased amount of free Web-based video content making television manufacturers rethink the smart TV concept? Viewsonic is one of the first to scale back on implementing smart TV.
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Toshiba ditching 3D glasses with new glasses-free 3D HDTV

Consumers that dislike wearing 3D glasses in the home have something to look forward to from Toshiba. The television manufacturer has developed a way to get rid of those bulky, expensive glasses.
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Boxee rolls out iPad app, announces firmware update for Boxee Box

Despite a slow start with adding services at the launch of the Boxee Box in late 2010, the media company has continued to support existing products as well as add iPad support for Boxee fanatics.

Apple expected to launch line of HDTVs in 2012

One analyst expects Apple to launch a line of high-definition TVs as soon as March 2012, with hardware comparable to the $5,200, 46-inch Bose VideoWave with built-in stereo surround speakers.

Google TV returns are outpacing sales

Poor Google TV. Not only is Google's Apple TV competitor failing to sell in high volume, it's actually selling so meagerly that customer returns are outpacing purchases.
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Westinghouse HDTVs add SRS TruSurround HD audio

Westinghouse 26- and 42-inch LED HDTVs now feature SRS TruSurround HD for handling surround audio over just two speakers.
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Onkyo’s THX-certified 3D Blu-ray player launches in August

Diving into a sea of 3D Blu-ray players already on the market, Onkyo's THX-certified 3D Blu-ray player has a hefty price tag for consumers seeking top-of-the-line performance.

Comcast to offer Skype connectivity this year

Comcast customers will soon be able to use the full functionality of Skype through a rented box, HD camera and special remote that connects directly to any HDTV.
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Logitech TV Cam for Skype connects to Viera HDTVs

Logitech's new TV Cam for Skype enables users to make 720p video calls right from their Panasonic Viera Connect-enabled TVs.
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Panasonic to cut 17,000 employees

Japanese mega-corporation Panasonic will be slimming from five major groups down to three, and cutting 17,000 jobs.
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Philips gets out of the television business

Philips is getting out of the television business, forming a partnership with Hong Kong's TPV Technology to make and market TV under the Philips brand.
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Samsung packs more glasses with 3DTVs

Samsung hopes to lure more consumers to 3DTV technology by packing two pairs of 3D glasses with each of its 3D-capable sets.

Penthouse will launch the world’s first 3D porn channel

It was only a matter of time. Penthouse Magazine announced today it will reveal the world's first entirely 3D adult channel on March 1.

Sony underwhelms with Google TV at CES

Google may have asked it to hold back, but Sony is proudly showing off its Internet TVs at CES this year. Our impressions inside.

Toshiba unveils new glasses-free 3D TVs, targets 20 million TV sales

At a CES pre-party, Toshiba executives unveiled a line of laptops and big-screen 3D TVs that don't require any glasses at all.
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Vizio Theater 3D line to range from 22 to 71 inches

Vizio is diving into 3D, announcing a full line of Theater 3D high-def TVs spanning sizes from a petite 22 inches to (supposedly) a gargantuan 71 inches.

Samsung working on a joint TV, phone platform

Samsung is developing its own operating system to run on both smart televisions and phones. By linking its products, the company hopes to attract app developers.
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Sony Shows Off Bravia NX810 HDTVs with 3D Compatibility

Sony is teasing its new Bravia NX810 HDTVs with Wi-Fi, access to Sony's Qriocity streaming service, and 3D capability.
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Report: Toshiba to Offer Glasses-free 3D TVs This Year?

A Japanese newspaper reports Toshiba is working on 3D TVs that don't require special shutter glasses...and they might reach Japanese consumers this year.
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3D TV: What You Need to Start Watching in 3D

3D TV is coming. Are you ready? Most manufacturers such as Samsung, LG, and Panasonic have announced LCD and Plasma 3D HDTV models, but there’s a lot to consider when jumping into the 3D TV market. We answer some of the most commonly asked questions to help 3D TV buyers prepare for their next purchase.
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Sharp Promises 3D TVs This Summer

Sharp says it plans to start shipping 3D-capable HDTVs in Japan this summer, and in Europe and the United States by early 2011.

Sharp’s Aquos LE820 Quattron HDTVs Getting DivX HD

Sharp's new Aquos LE820 four-color "Quattron" HDTVs will be able to play back DivX HD files...so long as you pop them in via USB.