Halo Effect Now that the price between the 650 and 750 is only a few $$, I'm looking at going with the 750. However I have read much about the "Halo Effect." Is this still an issue with the 750's? Has anyone purchased a 750 in the last month and can verify if it has the effect or not? Halo Effect Now that the price between the 650 and 750 is only a few $$, I'm looking at going with the 750. However I have read much about the "Halo Effect." Is this still an issue... » Read More Halo Effect Now that the price between the 650 and 750 is only a few $$, I'm looking at going with the 750. However I have read much about the "Halo Effect." Is this still an issue with the 750's? Has anyone purchased a 750 in the last month and can verify if it has the effect or not? « Show Less
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I actually found this on another forum post and it makes me feel much better that at least samsung is recognizing the problem to some extent. I really hope this means they do have a fix for it otherwise why would they post pictures of the problem and say your TV needs service right?http://ars.samsung.com/customer/usa/jsp/faqs/faqs_view.jsp?isARS=Y&SITE;_ID=1&AT;_ID=137885&ARS;_ID=8957980Just waiting to hear from someone that their TV was actually fixed. Thanks again,
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My 750 was manufactured in August 2008 and there is no Halo. There is no lighting in the surround bezel at all.
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Woodhouse. Not yet. Part had to be ordered by the local Samsung repair tech. I will post the results of the bezel replacement once completed.
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I just purchased the 750. My set has the "Halo Effect" and it is very noticablable in a darkened room. I went to the Samsung web site and had an online chat with a tech. He told me it needed serv. I filled out the service form online and a local Samsung service tech called to confirm the problem. He told me that Samsung has a new bezel that addresses this problem and he will order it and come to my home to change out the Bezel once he get it. My 750 was manufactured August of 2008. Hope this helps.
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I purchased a 750 on 11/29/08 from Amazon and received it the following week. In a very dark room and from the right angle, you can see the image getting reflected through the beveled edge of the frame, but it is hardly noticeable. My wife didn't even see it until I pointed it out to her. It has no effect at all on my viewing pleasure. I have the TV placed on a corner TV stand positioned in a corner, but I don't think it would make any difference against a flat wall.
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Hi, I was just curious if anyone else has had similar luck getting someone to acknowledge a fix for the halo effect on this TV or actually has a confirmation that it was fixed?. Cornwell has anyone come to replace your bezel yet and did it fix the problem? Thanks all,
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I too purchased in late November (August MFG date) and yes there is a halo around the outer edge of the bevel. I see it only with the room lights down and when very bright colors happen to be at or close to the outer most edge of the LCD screen. Not and issue for me and would have not likely noticed it had I not been looking for it car of the comments here and AVS forums.
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I just saw it in the store today. Did u see the "halo affect" around the edges. I could see it, bit I'm not sure it's a deal breaker. The 650 has the same PQ, but no Halo Affect. I may be going with the 650.
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We're in the same boat. The prices on the 55" 950 is essentially the same as the new 8000 since everyone is trying to reduce the stock of "last year's model". However, the 8000 is slightly different technology than the 950, so perhaps that explains the initial price differences.The 950 has consistent reviews that are very good, but I have seen one or two of the 8000 that doesn't fill me with confidence. Since they're the same price now, I don't feel I could go wrong with the 950, but if the 8000 turns out to be as good as they talk it up...
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Glad to hear your comments that halo is not a significant distraction. My 52A750 is scheduled to be delivered tomorrow. Haven't seen it in BB or CC since they are not available here in So Cal stores. However, have seen the 650 which seems to have an impressive picture.
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Have been watching this as well. Look at the ratings. I own one and its the best LCD on the market at the moment IMHO. The lowest price I have seen here at Amazon was $2940.00 USD a while back. Which is what I got it for. Since folks have been buying it, and the ratings continue to be 4.75+ stars, the price has been creeping up towards what the local BB and CC are charging for it ($3800+ in my area). I think once the 71 and 81 series hit the streets, this one will drop for sure. But until that time, this one is top dog, at least in my house. The picture maxed out in 1080P will just blow you away!! Have been watching this as well. Look at the ratings. I own one and its the best LCD on the market at the moment IMHO. The lowest price I have seen here at Amazon was $2940.00 USD a while back. Which is what I got it for. Since folks have been buying it, and the ratings continue to be 4.75+ stars, the price has been creeping up towards what the local BB and CC are charging for it ($3800+ in my area). I think once the 71 and 81 series hit the streets, this one will drop for sure. But until that time, this one is top dog, at least in my house. The picture maxed out in 1080P will just blow you... » Read More Have been watching this as well. Look at the ratings. I own one and its the best LCD on the market at the moment IMHO. The lowest price I have seen here at Amazon was $2940.00 USD a while back. Which is what I got it for. Since folks have been buying it, and the ratings continue to be 4.75+ stars, the price has been creeping up towards what the local BB and CC are charging for it ($3800+ in my area). I think once the 71 and 81 series hit the streets, this one will drop for sure. But until that time, this one is top dog, at least in my house. The picture maxed out in 1080P will just blow you away!! « Show Less
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I'm thinking of buying the same set and have done research online. Can't address the halo effect but here's CNet's calibration settings for the c6500 model which according to CNet is essentially the same as the c6300 with the exception of internet apps included on the 6500: http://forums.cnet.com/7723-19410_102-404457.html Another option is buying a calibration disc such as Digital Video Essentials: http://www.amazon.com/Digital-Video-Essentials-Basics-Blu-ray/dp/B000V6LST0/ref=pd_bxgy_d_img_b I've used both methods on my Samsung LCD and they produce good results. Either option saves you the expense of having it professionally calibrated. I'm curious if you have an issue with uniformity problems caused by light leaking from the edges of the bezel. It's a real problem for some reviewers but others love the set and don't even mention it. That might make or break my decision to buy the 6300.
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Have had thw A750 for 1 month. Everything about it is great. Best picture I've ever seen. Halo Effect is negligable and the screen is not glossy enough to use as a mirror. I do have one question: When the TV come on, the screen says resolution of 1980 x 1080i @60hz. Why does it say 60 hz when the 120 hz is set to its highest?
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I just got a 750. The actual packaging is for a 750 as well, but there is a sticker with a barcode that says 700 on it.
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I looked at both and bought the 750....for the price (and difference) you are really looking at how important a super thin TV is to you, if saving $2 a month on your energy bill makes that big of a difference, or if you are that nuts about LED, for $800 I wasn't. 200,000 to 1 as a Dynamic contrast ratio is more than enough (you can't really tell much more of a difference). If you really wanna get the LED and are willing to spend that kind of money get the 8000 (even thinner and edge lit led). Because of the models above and below it, and price differences I don't see the 7000 making much sense unless you find a unique deal that only has that set on sale.
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No the 650s frame is different. The Halo is not a problem, some even think it's a bonus (I Like it actually). You can remedy the halo with bias lighting that gets rid of it and improves your blacks. Don't let the talk of a Halo help to make a bad decision. The 650 is the same as the 750 except for the fact the 750 can do HD PIP and the 650 can't. The 750 plays video through it's usb drive or streamed using a bridge and a dlna client.Good luck
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I have been watching the price on amazon and it alwasy varied between 611 to 650. but all of sudden they raised it to $999, it doesnt make any sense to any one after looking at this. Are they trying to create a hype or just want to kill the product? whatever so it is not a wise decision in either way.
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M. Masloub, how in the world did you have them match at that price? I don't have a Fry's here in GA, but that would be a killer price. From my understanding I thought the 4066 was a Best Buy exclusive model and everyone else just had the the 4065. Did you have them price match a 4066 to a 4065?On the matter of 4066 versus 4065. I know for a fact that the 4066 has the glossy screen. Does the 4065 have a glossy screen also? or is it the dulled non-glossed screen? The demo at best buy of the 4066 with blu-ray'd "Open Season" the visuals are absolutely amazing, but when the screen goes dark.. wham there's my reflection.. So I was just curious. Anyone know? M. Masloub, how in the world did you have them match at that price? I don't have a Fry's here in GA, but that would be a killer price. From my understanding I thought the 4066 was a Best Buy exclusive model and everyone else just had the the 4065. Did you have them price match a 4066 to a 4065?On the matter of 4066 versus 4065. I know for a fact that the 4066 has the glossy screen. Does the 4065 have a glossy screen also? or is it the dulled non-glossed screen? The demo at best buy of the 4066 with blu-ray'd "Open Season" the visuals are absolutely amazing, but when... » Read More M. Masloub, how in the world did you have them match at that price? I don't have a Fry's here in GA, but that would be a killer price. From my understanding I thought the 4066 was a Best Buy exclusive model and everyone else just had the the 4065. Did you have them price match a 4066 to a 4065?On the matter of 4066 versus 4065. I know for a fact that the 4066 has the glossy screen. Does the 4065 have a glossy screen also? or is it the dulled non-glossed screen? The demo at best buy of the 4066 with blu-ray'd "Open Season" the visuals are absolutely amazing, but when the screen goes dark.. wham there's my reflection.. So I was just curious. Anyone know? « Show Less
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The GL has a more powerful processor. But the best part is the gl led lights flicker when transmitting while the 750 gust glows solid green. I highly recommend the 750gl over the 750.
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I didn't pay $300 more for the 850 vs. the 750, i paid about $200 more. And again, if you can take advantage of the slim-ness, its well worth it - we think we can get rid of almost our entire home entertainment center with the 850. These TVs last 20+ years (hopefully) and we might move in the next 3 years, so I figured the flattest TV could not only be used right away to reclaim floorspace in our living room, but also if we move to a new house where e.g. the TV goes over the fireplace, we're in much better shape with the 850. Also, there is a certain "cool factor" of the 850 that cannot be denied - the TV is slim, and it's VERY light (59 lbs vs 66-70 for the other 2), and the border is the tiniest on the 6,7,8 series so it has by far the most versatile and coolest dimensions in every respect. There is also no light leakage through the red borders on the 850/860 models. I read somewhere that the 8-series has a different backlighting system which is why the TV is so much thinner than the 750, but I think the panel (LCD shutters) is the same. If you were looking at TVs in the store, make sure to RESET ALL the TVs before looking at them, because the seller will always tune the most expensive TVs to look best in order to increase sales and profits.
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I have not experienced a halo effect; the only issue us with the front facing camera. The cut out for the camera is the wrong size / proportion. The front camera is mostly blocked.
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Michael: Thanks for the excellent comparison. Until I read your comments, I had about decided to go with the 700. I'm ordering the 750 instead. Bob F.
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Best Buy matched Frys' $549 price. After tax, it was $602 with free shipping and setup. A great deal for a plasma. I'm afraid if something goes wrong I won't be able to get a deal quite like this. The only problems I have now are some men logo silhouttes that go away when playing tv/blu ray and some grain in the picture. How typical is the grain/noise for plasma. I read varying takes on it. I have until tomorrow to buy the extd. warranty from Best Buy. I'll check what coverage my credit card gives as well. Thank you all!