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You'd think a guy who writes about tech all day would have the latest and greatest gear. Confession time: I don't. In fact, most of it's pretty old and I sort of like it that way.
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TV Armor is a clear, acrylic shield for your LCD or plasma set. You know, for if your little Hellspawn thinks that pounding a GI Joe against the television is funny.
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Like Kate Moss, this crazy thin EdgeCenter media server from Piixl (who?) is nearly invisible when viewed from the side. And that's precisely the point, as the pricey unit is meant to be hidden behind your HDTV.
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Our friend Gary over at HD Guru just dissected next week's Best Buy ad, and guess what? 17 out of the 28 deals up for grabs tomorrow are, in his words, "outstanding." Whodathunk? Here's some of the good stuff:
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Wayne bet his friends that the Redskins would beat the Saints. Clearly unfamiliar with football, he lost. The result is this video, which is basically how Northeasterners and Europeans imagine the rest of America to be. Who dat, indeed. [CNET]
So you know that $1,100 off deal Best Buy and Sony teamed up to deliver that packages a PlayStation 3 with games and a Bravia HDTV? Somewhat misleading, according to analysis from our friend Gary over at HD Guru.
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Hey, you, your gadgets are disgusting. And wiping them with your greasy shirt sleeve isn't making things any better. Here's how to clean your gadgets, the right way.
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It's truly the best time of year to buy an HDTV, and well, here's every confusing TV term you might encounter, everything you need, explained in one place.
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Despite the fact that TMZ pays to have eyes everywhere, they couldn't actually get footage of Tiger Woods' mishap with his wife. So what did a Taiwanese news program do? They made their own.
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A 39-year old Chicago man walked into a Minnesota Target store on Saturday morning and began smashing tvs while muttering "hammer" repeatedly in a monotone voice. Witnesses also describe him as walking like Frankenstein and having blood on his face.
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One is a rough manufacturing start date for a display component, and the other is an announcement so vague it barely means anything. But lest you forget: Pixel Qi's multi-mode, e-ink-shaming LCD technology is amazing.
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You can buy an HDTV, a nice big one, for six hundred bucks. Or you can pay six thousand. It's presumably somehow better. You're probably wondering, "What the hell makes it better?" Here's the breakdown:
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If your holiday plans involve buying a new HDTV, HD Guru has put together a quick and dirty guide to help you avoid some of the pitfalls many consumers fall into.
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A study conducted by DisplayMate Technologies claims that the issue of "motion blur" so long associated with LCDs is no longer an issue in mid-to-high-end LCDs. However, manufacturers have no problem selling you gimmicks that supposedly fix the problem.
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The Sears Black Friday ad has just leaked, and man do they have a lot of HDTVs on sale, including a 40-inch 1080p Samsung for $599 and a similar Sony model for $664. And about a dozen more.
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World-class Jeopardy loser Wolf Blitzer got an exclusive interview with Balloon Boy and his family, and not surprisingly, BB himself (AKA Falcon Heene) fails to shed much light on his motivations. Check out the video (with bonus fart) post-jump.
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Next Week’s Best Buy TV Sales Are Surprisingly Good (Again)
Gary at HD Guru once again snagged next week's Best Buy TV circular early, and just like last time, the deals are surprisingly good. Here's a sample, check out his site for the full list and price comparisons: More »3D Glasses For HDTVs Will Cost at Least $70 a Pair
As our Avatar review illustrated, 3D is evolving from a mere gimmick to a technology that is poised to be the center of our home entertainment experience. And those cheezy glasses? Expect them to get a lot more sophisticated. More »It's OK. I Love My Old Gear, Too
You'd think a guy who writes about tech all day would have the latest and greatest gear. Confession time: I don't. In fact, most of it's pretty old and I sort of like it that way. More »TV Armor Review: Better Than a Broken TV, I Guess
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Like Kate Moss, this crazy thin EdgeCenter media server from Piixl (who?) is nearly invisible when viewed from the side. And that's precisely the point, as the pricey unit is meant to be hidden behind your HDTV. More »Best Buy Finally Offers Legitimate Sale Prices
Our friend Gary over at HD Guru just dissected next week's Best Buy ad, and guess what? 17 out of the 28 deals up for grabs tomorrow are, in his words, "outstanding." Whodathunk? Here's some of the good stuff: More »Man Loses Bet, Allows Rednecks to Shoot Up His TV
Wayne bet his friends that the Redskins would beat the Saints. Clearly unfamiliar with football, he lost. The result is this video, which is basically how Northeasterners and Europeans imagine the rest of America to be. Who dat, indeed. [CNET]A Number of Best Buy's PlayStation 3/HDTV "Deals" Are Iffy
So you know that $1,100 off deal Best Buy and Sony teamed up to deliver that packages a PlayStation 3 with games and a Bravia HDTV? Somewhat misleading, according to analysis from our friend Gary over at HD Guru. More »How To Clean Your Filthy Gadgets
Hey, you, your gadgets are disgusting. And wiping them with your greasy shirt sleeve isn't making things any better. Here's how to clean your gadgets, the right way. More »Giz Explains: The Ultimate HDTV Cheat Sheet and Buying Guides
It's truly the best time of year to buy an HDTV, and well, here's every confusing TV term you might encounter, everything you need, explained in one place. More »This is Not a Trailer For Tiger Woods 2011, But It Should Be
Despite the fact that TMZ pays to have eyes everywhere, they couldn't actually get footage of Tiger Woods' mishap with his wife. So what did a Taiwanese news program do? They made their own. More »"Hammer, Hammer" Says Frankenstein As He Smashes TVs In a Target
A 39-year old Chicago man walked into a Minnesota Target store on Saturday morning and began smashing tvs while muttering "hammer" repeatedly in a monotone voice. Witnesses also describe him as walking like Frankenstein and having blood on his face. More »The Best Cyber Monday HDTV Deals
Before you confirm that Cyber Monday HDTV purchase, make sure to check out HD Guru's list of the best deals going. More »Sony Says Up to Half Its HDTVs Will be 3D in 2012
Pixel Qi Dual-Mode LCD Ships Next Month; $100, 10-Watt HDTV Up Next
One is a rough manufacturing start date for a display component, and the other is an announcement so vague it barely means anything. But lest you forget: Pixel Qi's multi-mode, e-ink-shaming LCD technology is amazing. More »The Epic HDTV Buyer's Guide Flowchart
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You can buy an HDTV, a nice big one, for six hundred bucks. Or you can pay six thousand. It's presumably somehow better. You're probably wondering, "What the hell makes it better?" Here's the breakdown: More »A Guide To Choosing The HDTV That's Right For You
If your holiday plans involve buying a new HDTV, HD Guru has put together a quick and dirty guide to help you avoid some of the pitfalls many consumers fall into. More »Study Claims Motion Blur Is a Non-Issue In Most Mid-To-High-End LCDs
A study conducted by DisplayMate Technologies claims that the issue of "motion blur" so long associated with LCDs is no longer an issue in mid-to-high-end LCDs. However, manufacturers have no problem selling you gimmicks that supposedly fix the problem. More »Sears Black Friday Ad Leaks: Boatloads of Cheap HDTVs
The Sears Black Friday ad has just leaked, and man do they have a lot of HDTVs on sale, including a 40-inch 1080p Samsung for $599 and a similar Sony model for $664. And about a dozen more. More »Balloon Boy Admits They Did It for the Show
World-class Jeopardy loser Wolf Blitzer got an exclusive interview with Balloon Boy and his family, and not surprisingly, BB himself (AKA Falcon Heene) fails to shed much light on his motivations. Check out the video (with bonus fart) post-jump. More »