P50VT25: Why doesn't Amazon offer any of the Panasonic VT25 series TVs directly?
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The VT-25 series now can enable a "patch" to fix the limitations of the calibration controls...along with the latest firmware...this display is now the best available display in production...it's very close to the reference Pioneer 500M numbers...the next model year from Panasonic will include some Pioneer tech that will put it even or surpass Pioneer numbers of the past
108354
Vizio's website shows it is in stock. So amazon and costco et al should get it soon.
1140612
I think when I got mine the paperwork said you could order one from the manufacturer. I no longer have that but try checking with Panasonic.
698435
I ordered it from Amazon. They should also be availabel from the Panasonic store.
1459028
Contact Amazon for official policies on pre-sell prices. Vizio's website states that this TV is slated to go on sell this month. I contacted them a couple of days ago and they told me that they shipped a bunch to Amazon and other Vizio retailers as well. It is now up to Amazon to launch these things. I am cautiously optimistic that this thing will be in my living room within two weeks. (As long as I have it before football season anyways.)
720422
Since I don't own one and I'm not a technical expert, I have no idea. I would either: 1) call or email Sony directly 2) call the nearest Sony dealer (Magnolia or Best Buy) carrying this television 3) join this discussion group: http://www.avsforum.com. LOADS of experts who know everything about everything concerning home theater and electronics in general.
890634
Doggone. And I was just thinking about springing for a samsung 4671 (a consensus 5 stars from Amazon consumers). The main thing that bugs me about the V2500 series is the omission of Normal mode when adjusting aspect ratio. Since the set automatically interprets a 480i signal as 720p or 1080i, you're stuck watching nothing but short fat people unless you can control aspect ratio from the DVD player and set-up box. It wouldn't matter if all source material were in hi def, but unfortunately most is not. Sony made a colossal blunder, but apparently woke up by the time of the 3000 series.
1954080
i am in the same boat as you. this tv looks awesome but now it is not available. did they make a new model? if so, where can you get it?
1085628
Not sure about Amazon as I haven't researched this---but you can call customer service and they will respond immediately (within an hour). I have found them very helpful and reasonably knowledgeable. Also I have researched all major brands and asked at least 3 techs in my area about reliability of 3 flat panels brands. While this is a loaded question since technology is changing so rapidly, all said Panasonic is very good and so far very reliable. Finally I also went to a few a/v specialty stores and a LOCAL major furn/appliance/ELECTRONICS store and asked who services their products. So I have found someone (or 2) businesses within 50 miles of my medium sized city who have excellent reputations. Not wanting to bash Best Buy, HH Gregg, etc. but the techs I talked with had reservations about buying extended warranties from the big store chains. I have no direct experience so I cannot really say. I have researched this V-10 for my mother and she will be buying from a local dealer. She's willing to pay a little more for correct setup and calibration and to integrate with her high end home theater separates. An extended warranty is optional through the dealer or local technician of my choice. Next to last, a very quality oriented Factory Authorized Service Center PROPRIETOR within 50 miles from my house stated that he is part of a network of technicians and recommended cpscentral.com (Computer Priority Service). I have not visited this site. Last I encourage you to investigate in your area before buying. The reason I'm so diligent is that my mother is replacing a 5 yr old Pioneer Elite plasma which cost $10,000 and now will either be repaired and come to my home or recycled. This should help you--don't let your excitement out weigh good reasoning!!
430097
This isn't being offered from Amazon...just a third party vendor for now. The price isn't Amazon's fault, but they certainly should sell it themselves. This is one of the hottest projectors available and I'm sure they would sell a bunch if the price was competitive.
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Panasonic VIERA TC-P50VT25 50-inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV, BlackIt says it's 3D and these were introduced in 2010. Read the reviews, they talk about the 3D quality.The 2010 top of the line VT20/VT25 models were the very first to introduce 3D. http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-10466702-1.html?tag=contentMain;contentBody;2nhttp://ces.cnet.com/8301-31045_1-10427983-269.htmlLooks like you're good to go!Of course, as I'm sure you know you need 3D glasses that work with a Panasonic HDTV and any model of 3D Blu-ray player. Panasonic VIERA TC-P50VT25 50-inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV, BlackIt says it's 3D and these were introduced in 2010. Read the reviews, they talk about the 3D quality.The 2010 top of the line VT20/VT25 models were the very first to introduce 3D. http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-10466702-1.html?tag=contentMain;contentBody;2nhttp://ces.cnet.com/8301-31045_1-10427983-269.htmlLooks like you're good to go!Of course, as I'm sure you know you need 3D glasses that work with... » Read More Panasonic VIERA TC-P50VT25 50-inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV, BlackIt says it's 3D and these were introduced in 2010. Read the reviews, they talk about the 3D quality.The 2010 top of the line VT20/VT25 models were the very first to introduce 3D. http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-10466702-1.html?tag=contentMain;contentBody;2nhttp://ces.cnet.com/8301-31045_1-10427983-269.htmlLooks like you're good to go!Of course, as I'm sure you know you need 3D glasses that work with a Panasonic HDTV and any model of 3D Blu-ray player. « Show Less
1533288
It looks like Amazon does this for all TV's that fall under the same model number.
1459022
I ordered this TV on the 18th because there is not a better value out there right now. I called Vizio and they said Amazon ordered a bunch of these TVs last week but they would/could not tell me the official release date. I called Amazon and was told the same. All they would say is that I would get an e-mail as soon as it is released. I have read on-line that the original release month was May but the demand for the 553 was extremely high so they pushed it back to July.
1032871
When is Amazon going to get this TV in stock so I can taker advantage of the bundle? It has been days...I may just bring my business over to US Appliance
843795
Sorry Sharon, I don't know. Maybe several different google enquiries will tell, somewhere Sony has a store online as well if not Amazon.
527783
What combo was amazon offering? The new Panasonic TVs (2011 models) should be available in March as per an article on engadget on 02/03, so chances are that prices will drop and/or combos will be offered in the coming weeks. But inventories may be limited I am assuming
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Amazon has the 30 day guarantee, and it seems people do not have trouble sending back the TV if it is not the IPS panel. At this price I'm thinking of getting one myself.