Samsung ln32b650 & 640 I see best buy is selling a 32b640 for $800 and aside from the red trim and 80,000/1 as opposed to 100,000/1 contrast ratio it's as good as the 32b650. It gets great reviews. Is this a BB exclusive or something. I don't see it for sale anywhere else?Also, the Sony XBR9 has come down to under $750. How can Samy still ask $1000 for a 32 inch? Is the price going to drop on the 32b650? Samsung ln32b650 & 640 I see best buy is selling a 32b640 for $800 and aside from the red trim and 80,000/1 as opposed to 100,000/1 contrast ratio it's as good as the 32b650. It gets great... » Read More Samsung ln32b650 & 640 I see best buy is selling a 32b640 for $800 and aside from the red trim and 80,000/1 as opposed to 100,000/1 contrast ratio it's as good as the 32b650. It gets great reviews. Is this a BB exclusive or something. I don't see it for sale anywhere else?Also, the Sony XBR9 has come down to under $750. How can Samy still ask $1000 for a 32 inch? Is the price going to drop on the 32b650? « Show Less
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Why does Amazon list the same TV at two different prices? (1019.00 AND 899.98)Samsung LN32B650 32-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV with Red Touch of ColorSamsung LN32B650 32-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color
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This one is prettier! I have the 650 but I don't have the 640 so I can't really make a comment if whether they have the near exact specifications like you stated. I always thought the bigger the model number the better. If I have time I might stop by a Best Buy to play around with it. If you can get the 650 for $900 free shipping on amazon, it's still a good deal. But if you're fortunate enough to live in a state that has a brick and mortar Fry's Electronics, sometimes they have it on sale for $700 plus tax. Their price is different though via frys dot com. You can wait around until Thanksgiving but I don't think it's gonna drop to less than $800 on a 1-day sale. This one is prettier! I have the 650 but I don't have the 640 so I can't really make a comment if whether they have the near exact specifications like you stated. I always thought the bigger the model number the better. If I have time I might stop by a Best Buy to play around with it. If you can get the 650 for $900 free shipping on amazon, it's still a good deal. But if you're fortunate enough to live in a state that has a brick and mortar Fry's Electronics, sometimes they have it on sale for $700 plus tax. Their price is different though via frys dot com. You can wait around until... » Read More This one is prettier! I have the 650 but I don't have the 640 so I can't really make a comment if whether they have the near exact specifications like you stated. I always thought the bigger the model number the better. If I have time I might stop by a Best Buy to play around with it. If you can get the 650 for $900 free shipping on amazon, it's still a good deal. But if you're fortunate enough to live in a state that has a brick and mortar Fry's Electronics, sometimes they have it on sale for $700 plus tax. Their price is different though via frys dot com. You can wait around until Thanksgiving but I don't think it's gonna drop to less than $800 on a 1-day sale. « Show Less
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The 640 also does not have the "Info link" internet connectivity, and does not support PIP at all. The shape of the outer bezel on the 650 is not rectangular (prettier design on the 650), but the rectangular exterior bezel design on the 640 would be better if you need to mount the TV in a tight space.
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Did you really just say, "the bigger the model number the better"? Well then I want a LN32B10000000 model.
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Been waiting to get the 650 however a bit of a price hike($120) now before the game.Think i might wait for the 100000000 model now.
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selling like hotcakes after they discontinued it. 2010 models looks to be inferior in specs compared to 2009 models. grab one while you can, 650s, 750s, 8000s, or 8500s are good choices.
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I'd have to disagree with rebel 116 there. Not so much about the dwindling worth of the $ (although actually has been somewhat rising in the past couple of weeks), but about whether to wait or not. My advice would be to wait. I recently read a study report that says the prices of HDTV's, blu-ray players and the like will be dropping like a stone as the holidays get closer. And actually, I've already seen some of this price drop. I've been planning on buying the Sony BDP-s350 blu-ray player, since it's pretty much the highest rated VS price value BR player out right now. (I've been watching it at theNerds.com, sorry Amazon, but they have the cheapest price) The price has dropped almost $80 since I last checked it! (Now only $243) These trends are predicted to continue through the holidays into early next year, so I'd wait for that bonus and get one awesome TV and maybe have some $ left over in the bargain!
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even though i haven't seen the xbr5 in action, i have seen the xbr6 up close and personal and can tell you that it is definitely far better investment than the xbr5. the 10bit color depth makes all the difference, and as far as xbr6 vs. xbr7 120Hz is sufficient. cdw has the 52" xbr6 on sale for $2942.99 link: http://dw.com.com/redir?astid=2
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The 32" XBR9 is finally out so the 37" will probably be out soon too. What hurts is the price drop, Sony has cut the price of the 32" XBR9 by $100 so it costs less than XBR6!
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I was wondering the same thing. Im gonna call sammy to find out. It seems like such a huge discrepancy to be in this many places. There is more than a small difference between 50,000:1 and 15:000:1. If you find out please let me know ***EDIT*** After calling Sammy's CS they informed me that it was infact a 15,000:1 ratio'd tv. Not bad, but nowhere near the 50,000:1 that has been advertised all over the net. Thanks **EDIT #2** This TV is great. I love it. I would go into detail about the performance and quality, but its one of those things that you really need to see in a display next to a lesser tv. I have this 32 incher right next to a Sharp Aquos 32gp1u and it out shines in almost every way except for the ease of adjusting the picture. Apart from the minor menu quibble this tv is as close to perfect as you are going to find in a 32 inch model. Hands down and without a doubt worth the money if you want a quality 32 flat panel tv with lots of inputs.
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I own the Samsung LN40B650 now and my previous was also a Samsung. My current Samsung has a brilliant picture and my experience is that it is a solid reliable brand. I have a friend who purchased an LG (don't know specific model #) and it stopped working three weeks after the one year warranty expired. (about two months ago now) She decided to get it repaired and its costing her about $400.
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Interesting comments. If the wiki article is right, TCL isn't such a "no name" brand after all - I live in the midwest and I have heard of RCA. They were a lot bigger in the days when tube tv's were really big, they sorta got quiet in the LCD/plasma revolution. But anyway, if TCL == RCA, I might end up choosing this TV. Target & BB have a Samsung this size on Black Fri for 328$, and it looks like Toshibas and Samsungs this size in general are the deal at 320ish this year - an extra fifty bucks off for the TCL is almost enough for a bluray player to go with it on Black Fri (yep, really). =) Interesting comments. If the wiki article is right, TCL isn't such a "no name" brand after all - I live in the midwest and I have heard of RCA. They were a lot bigger in the days when tube tv's were really big, they sorta got quiet in the LCD/plasma revolution. But anyway, if TCL == RCA, I might end up choosing this TV. Target & BB have a Samsung this size on Black Fri for 328$, and it looks like Toshibas and Samsungs this size in general are the deal at 320ish this year - an extra fifty bucks off for the TCL is almost enough for a bluray player to go with it on Black Fri (yep,... » Read More Interesting comments. If the wiki article is right, TCL isn't such a "no name" brand after all - I live in the midwest and I have heard of RCA. They were a lot bigger in the days when tube tv's were really big, they sorta got quiet in the LCD/plasma revolution. But anyway, if TCL == RCA, I might end up choosing this TV. Target & BB have a Samsung this size on Black Fri for 328$, and it looks like Toshibas and Samsungs this size in general are the deal at 320ish this year - an extra fifty bucks off for the TCL is almost enough for a bluray player to go with it on Black Fri (yep, really). =) « Show Less
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XBR7 is better than XBR6 if there is little no price difference, or if price does not matter. Samsung LN46A650 to save money has same PQ. Sony XBR8 or Samsung 950 series are even better, but at a cost.
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If I were you, I would buy the XBR9. Essentially, here's the difference between XBR7 and XBR9: XBR9 is newer, has higher contrast ratio (100k to 1 vs. 80k to 1) and has the latest video processor (Bravia Engine 3 vs. Bravia Engine 2). It's really not much of a comparison. Both are 240 Hz LCD TV's. Now your title mentions XBR8 as well. XBR8 is backlit using LED instead of CCFL in the XBR7 and XBR9. XBR8 also incorporates Local Dimming with LED getting the contrast ratio up to 1 million to 1. But honestly, if you want a nice LED backlit TV, go buy a Samsung B8000 or B8500 (includes local dimming) or if you want something cheaper, get the LG LH90. Sony is not known for their LED backlit LCD HDTV's just yet, so I wouldn't take a chance with this.
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I saw plenty that were cheaper at Best Buy when I bought my Sony, and I went in intending to buy a $800 set. However, the Sony looked so much better than the others that I decided to pay the extra $ for it. So, it's up to you. If you think the Samsung looks as good then save the $200, but if the Sony looks better than it's worth it.
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As best I can determine, this is a proprietary model specifically made for BestBuy so that they can price it lower than the standard 32LN5300 LED TV's offered at other locations. Thereby they can say that it is not the same model sold elsewhere. This way they can monopolize the market.
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I origionally bought the 40" two weeks ago for $1,059.99 from Nebraska Furnitutre Mart (NFM). I though this was an excelent price for a brand new TV of this quality and i was very impressed with the TV no complaints except i wished i had bought a larger model. Yesterday i noticed Best Buy had the 42" on sale for $999.99 and so i called up NFM and asked if i could return my 40" and get the 42". Not only did they let me exchange my model they credited my credit card to the tune of $107.00. NFM had the 42" on sale for only $959.99 which after tax gave me a savings of $107.00 and a larger set. I had played with the 40" picture settings and had arranged them to suit my viewing preference. So far i have not been able to set the 42" to my liking. And i'm hopeing i can make the correct adjustments. The TV does seem to be the correct size for my lounge and so i am very happy i made the up grade (especially as i am $107.00 better off). I do feel that the 40" had a better picture. This seems insane as it has the same technology but for some reason the 40" seemed to have a sharper picture. It may just be i can see the imperfections on the larger screen. Anyway getting back to your point, the only reason i can think for pricing this TV less than the 40" model is to reduce the stock on the 42" model. I'm guessing they sold a bunch of 40" models over Thanksgiving and felt they needed to reduce stock on the 42" model. We will probably see new technology replacing this model and so i guess its out with the old and in with the new.
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The 7 Series is back on Samsung's website (you have to search for it). I don't think it has anything to do with how it's being marketed in other countries.Apparently the new models are coming out and most retailers have dropped their prices. Some large retail stores aren't even displaying these models. Looks like they are trying to get rid of their inventory.Even the ultra expensive Samsung UN46B8500 and UN55B8500 have come down substantially in price.
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I have been tracking the 4095/4096, 4061, and 4065 for a while now and have spent some time on the phone with Samsung to learn the differences. The 4095 and 4096 were both at one time quite affordable on Amazon. They are last year's models and thus if you can find them either have a low price tag because they are old or a slightly higher pricetag well, simply because people still show interest in these TVs. Both received excellent reviews and were amongst the best rated LCDs of 2006. As far as 2007 goes - the 4061 and 4065 have stepped in. The 4065 is a replacement of the 4096, with a higher contrast ratio and additional HDMI inputs. The 4061 is really just a step below that with slightly lower quality speakers. However, from what I have read the 4061 has a new image processor over last year's models. The 4061 also has a slightly lower contrast ratio than the 4065. Having seen all of these models in store - I can tell you visually, you will never truly see a difference between the 4061 and 4065. With proper calibration and settings - most LCDs can be made to look fantastic, and the 4061 is simply above par. Despite its semi-poor sound, if you hook it up to a receiver and use other speakers, it doesnt really matter. Amazon is the way to shop - prices are always coming down - and remember to check back after purchase for they will reimburse you if the price drops lower within the month. Hope this helps.
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The price now is still set fairly high but keep in mind that amazon does like to set prices low for a day or two and then raise them on the fly. Once these sell out which they will the price will probably go up once this happens, it wont be the MSRP price but I beleive it will be a tad bit higher than what it is now. I just bought mine for $2849 I beleive it will be superior to the 55C7000 which had some back lighting issues (which everyone already knows about) so I would encourage those on the fence to go ahead and grab one, because this price is "reasonable" for this kinda Tv.
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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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Again, buyer beware and do your research. This issue has confused a lot of people who expected the XBR series to continue with this feature into the next model year. This is also why the xbr4 costs generally more than the xbr6 in the same size. (For those interested in 120hz, be darned sure to read the fine print if you are looking at LG's Scarlets: 120hz is NOT available in all size models.) Amazon should set a high standard for website shopping and correct the info in their Sony chart. That kind of reliability and integrity would attract more customers who do not want to spend hours bouncing from site to site trying to confirm info at less reliable sites. Again, buyer beware and do your research. This issue has confused a lot of people who expected the XBR series to continue with this feature into the next model year. This is also why the xbr4 costs generally more than the xbr6 in the same size. (For those interested in 120hz, be darned sure to read the fine print if you are looking at LG's Scarlets: 120hz is NOT available in all size models.) Amazon should set a high standard for website shopping and correct the info in their Sony chart. That kind of reliability and integrity would attract more customers who do not want to spend hours... » Read More Again, buyer beware and do your research. This issue has confused a lot of people who expected the XBR series to continue with this feature into the next model year. This is also why the xbr4 costs generally more than the xbr6 in the same size. (For those interested in 120hz, be darned sure to read the fine print if you are looking at LG's Scarlets: 120hz is NOT available in all size models.) Amazon should set a high standard for website shopping and correct the info in their Sony chart. That kind of reliability and integrity would attract more customers who do not want to spend hours bouncing from site to site trying to confirm info at less reliable sites. « Show Less