650 - Hold out for a better price: I've been tracking the prices for sometime just waiting to buy one when (after I went to a local store to compare the matte vs gloss screen 630 vs 650).
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I've seen it as low as $850. I'd wait to get it around $800 or so sometime after New Year's.
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47LW5600 is actually $999, about $400 cheaper than the 6500. It seems the only difference between the 5600 and 6500 is the 6500 has 240 hz refresh vs 120 hz on 5600 - that wasn't as important to me.I have seen the 5700 also for about $1000 - but it does not have wifi capability. It does come with a stripped-down 3D BD player so you end up having to trade wifi connectivity for Blue-ray - guess it just depends what's more important to you. That's why I ended up going with the 5600 - I wanted smart tv to stream movies. I'll pick up a BD player at a later time.
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I am in the same boat. I found that the 1200 is the "newest" model of it... And don't like it. The 1400 looks slick, but doesn't have too good of reviews. Did you find anything since then? I see you posted in Jan. :)
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The 550 is 30000:1, The 650 is 50000:1 There is a big difference in PQ of these two sets.The 650 being better.
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I would like to know this too. Is the screen excessively glossy? I know on some of the higher end ones they make the display very shiny which is incredibly annoying if you have even a dimly lit room. This set is priced in the middle range so I'm wondering how the gloss on the screen is. It's so hard to tell in the stores because they have the screens in a dark area and angled just so.
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It's the same surface as the 650 and 750. You'd have to go down to the 630 or 550 for a matte finish. The 550 has a great picture...it was set up right next to the 650 and 750 at our local Sears and the picture of the 6/7 series models were only negligibly better.
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I purchased the 650 2 months ago and I love it. The 120Hz refresh rate is not a problem because i only receive a 60Hz refresh rate signal from DTV. My DVD player (which is not a Blue Ray player) doesn't even put out a 120Hz signal. The first week of watching the TV is strange because of the clarity. It takes some getting used to but once used to it you do you will never go back. The only downside to the 650 is the glossy black finish framing the LCD screen. Minor dents on the frame appear with the right light and can be annoying. I highly recommend the 650 to anyone looking for a new LCD.
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i ordered the 600 but when i called to complain about something, they told me that i was supposed to get the 420 but they, for some reason, decided to upgrade me to 600. i guess it was their way making it sound like i was getting more than i paid for. also, watch out for the number of LED lights (for night vision). if you place an order, remember what it was for so that, if you call to complain, you have the right info.
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The 650 model is the exact same picture. Just a bit thicker body and a couple less features. And no buzz, if you are concerned.
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I've got a 46" 860. It's unbelievable. Vibrant true colors and best of all, hardly any screen glare like on the 650 and 850. Best LCD on the market.
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Just recieved ours a week ago and it has a matte screen. I totally forgot that it never asked for my preference when I was ordering! So I think you are right, Amazon doesn't offer the glossy.I personally like the matte better, less annoying reflection, though I've heard the glossy screens have better color, personal preference.
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It doesn't have the matte screen. It uses the ultra clear panel rather than the matte screen. Picture looks great in day and night. The thing that bothers me about about the b630 and b650 is all that red touch of color and the little bubble on the bottom of screen. I would think it would be distracting when watching movies. I went with the b640 with light grey touch of color, ultra clear panel, added DLNA and I love it. The price was too good to pass.
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I would like to know about this also. I have read in some reviews it has a different screen than the 650, less glossy?
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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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I've seen the 47" at Frye's (in California), it looks nice. I want the 5500 too. Just can't decide on 42" or 47". The LG matt screen finish helps with daytime glare from a window. Samsungs are too shinny.
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I'm with you Allan. I just purchased the 650 at Costco.com for $325 including shipping and handling. I couldn't justify paying an extra ~ $200 for the bluetooth functionality of the 660. FYI, current Amazon price for the $600 is $517 (includes free shipping). Good luck in your search & Happy Thanksgiving Angelita!!
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As others have said it is FAR LESS glossy than the 650. We have a very bright room and I didn't like the reflections on our old tube TV so I knew we couldn't handle a glossy screen. I am thrilled with the 630. It doesn't remove the reflections entirely, it basically makes them more diffuse and dimmer.Luckily, the big-box store we went to had the 630 and the 650 right next to each other so it was easy to see the difference. There is no doubt that the glossy screen on the 650 improves the black level and color a little, but in a bright room it is a necessary trade off. If you can control the light in your room and don't mind the redder bezel on the 650, you might be happier with that. As others have said it is FAR LESS glossy than the 650. We have a very bright room and I didn't like the reflections on our old tube TV so I knew we couldn't handle a glossy screen. I am thrilled with the 630. It doesn't remove the reflections entirely, it basically makes them more diffuse and dimmer.Luckily, the big-box store we went to had the 630 and the 650 right next to each other so it was easy to see the difference. There is no doubt that the glossy screen on the 650 improves the black level and color a little, but in a bright room it is a necessary trade off. If you can... » Read More As others have said it is FAR LESS glossy than the 650. We have a very bright room and I didn't like the reflections on our old tube TV so I knew we couldn't handle a glossy screen. I am thrilled with the 630. It doesn't remove the reflections entirely, it basically makes them more diffuse and dimmer.Luckily, the big-box store we went to had the 630 and the 650 right next to each other so it was easy to see the difference. There is no doubt that the glossy screen on the 650 improves the black level and color a little, but in a bright room it is a necessary trade off. If you can control the light in your room and don't mind the redder bezel on the 650, you might be happier with that. « Show Less