Anyone buy this TV in the last week? I heard they fixed the buzz... Confirm? Deny? I am ordering this or the 650 soon. I like how thin the 8 series are. The picture quality is identical to the 650 and it has no buzz. So I will order that and be safe if no one can confirm the problem has been fixed. Anyone buy this TV in the last week? I heard they fixed the buzz... Confirm? Deny? I am ordering this or the 650 soon. I like how thin the 8 series are. The picture quality is identical to the 650... » Read More Anyone buy this TV in the last week? I heard they fixed the buzz... Confirm? Deny? I am ordering this or the 650 soon. I like how thin the 8 series are. The picture quality is identical to the 650 and it has no buzz. So I will order that and be safe if no one can confirm the problem has been fixed. « Show Less
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I checked with Vanns yesterday after they emailed me that price on Thursday. They said the price was good for 48 hours. When I put it in the basket the price was $1499. This was a little over 24 hours after they had emailed me.On top of all that, they were out of stock.
983066
I just called Vann's and found out they will honor the price in the email but you have to call to get someone to place the order for you. Also, they are offering a 12-month same-as-cash deal with minimum monthly payments with a Vann's card which you can apply for on the site. The TV is on back order but still available at the $1,350 price.
1650077
I just got delivery on my PN50B860 and no buzzing. My guess is that given all the negative publicity that it is fixed. No problems and the flat panel is awesome! Try contacting Samsung technical service to confirm as they should be able to inform you if the issue has been resolved.According to a Samsung customer, (http://reviews.us.samsung.com/7463/PN50B860Y2FXZA/pn50b860-50-1080p-plasma-hdtv-reviews/reviews.htm) the buzz issue cured and there is a tech repair sheet out from Samsung to fix it so the newer TV's should be fine.
1045949
I just bought one today 11/27 - I'll be hooking it up tomorrow 11/28. I will report back then.
983072
I just ordered the 50" 860 from Vann's for $1,349.98 including shipping and 12-month interest-free financing using the Vann's credit card. The set is on back order but they expect more next week.
1650078
Very impressed with this TV, NO BUZZZZZ - Got it at a great Price through Video Only Locally - $1299!!!!!!
1650079
I just got delivery on my PN50B860 and no buzzing. My guess is that given all the negative publicity that it is fixed. No problems and the flat panel is awesome! Try contacting Samsung technical service to confirm as they should be able to inform you if the issue has been resolved.
1650080
I saw a 58" 860 a few days ago at a store and listened for the buzz after turning off the sound on all the other sets. I had my ear right up next to it and couldn't hear any buzzing. The store was quiet enough to notice any noise. I haven't ordered mine yet but will likely take advantage of the deal at vanns.com tomorrow per the previous discussion (The $1,377 deal). Vann's has the 50" 860 for $1,349.98 via an email offer on the site.
818350
I received my replacement about a week ago. I turned on the TV, and there it is again - the buzzing sound exists. That's two TVs, and both are the same. I do admit that the picture quality and everything else is very good. I'll probably return this, and go with another model.
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Hey I know you guys posted a couple of weeks ago, but if it helps, I have owned both the 4065 and the new LN46A650. I can tell you that the picture quality on the new series is literally leaps and bounds above the older models. I personally think that the 650 series is one of the, if not the best available lcd tv on the market today. If you do not want to spend the extra money on the new series, the 4065 is much better than the 4061, has a better processor, higher contrast ratio, brighter screen for better color saturation, etc.
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Could it be, that they no longer have the black TV because of the lighting that customers where complaining about, and perhaps, the problem was fixed by replacing it with Titanuim(the frame or whatever you call it)? for me, Buying a 65 inch TV is becoming an unpleasant career project, I can't beleive that Samsung released this TV without perfecting it, and exposed themselves to criticism, I am beginning to loose faith in them, they should come out and explain to the public about what's going on with that model tv instead of hiding and letting us guess.
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I bought a 50" 8UK Pannasonic tv a few years back. It had the same problem. So I exchanged it for another one. It also buzzed, but less so, so I kept it. Today, 3(?) years later, it still buzzes - especially on white or bright scenes. I'm seriously considering one of the 42" Panasonic plasmas for my bedroom, but am leaning to an LCD because I really don't want any buzzing/background noise in that smaller room.
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J. Greer, which Best Buy did you get your TV from? The ones that I have visited in MI are not even carrying any 950s, I am not sure why. Also, did any of you compare the picture quality of the 950 with the 850? Is there a big improvement? Not sure which one I want to get, I realize one is LED and one is not but the A850 has a great deal on it while the 950 is on the expensive side for me. If there is a big difference I am willing to spend extra on the 950. Thanks!
1117161
I just purchased a 550 from Circuit City last week. They are one of the few stores that puts a 550 650 750 side by side. The audio on all 3 was the same, average at best. This is what I found with almost all LCD HDTV with small speakers. I bought the 550 because my eyes could see very little difference if any between the 3. Most difference was the options. The Samsung did have the best picture.
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My tv was just picked up! Called Samsung and got the same response they gave you - a repairman would come out and if it couldn't be fixed it would have to be sent away for service. As you, I did not think I needed to have a brand new tv sent out for repair and decided to return it. I am now watching my old 19" set (gave my 26" away when I got the Samsung!). Have you had any luck yet? I am considering Toshiba.
903260
the one i bought at Best Buy was a 530! is that a lesser or is it more? i paid $800 out the door. two weeks ago, i can still take it back and save $. BTW, i LOVE this TV. I feel like i could jump right in and join the parade!
1536525
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.
228928
I am in this same boat. I am a HUGE amazon fan, and would Love to buy this TV... however, I don't want the BUZZ.... If I buy from Crutchfield or BestBuy, I know I can have them check it out before I have them ship it.
1336919
Yes, I received my TV on 04-17 from the carrier,Pilot. There was a small crack on the edge of up-left corner of the screen right out of box. I refused to sign off the package and called Amazon right away for a replacement. Still waiting for this TV to be back in stock and delivered to me.....
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I've had my 52" 650 since memorial dday weekend...and coming from the video industry, it's the best screen around. For thos of you comparing the 650 vs 750 vs 850; check the technical details even at a store. I walked into the CC & BB locally and yes they were all set up side by side; but since the local store wanted to sell more 850s, it was "tuned" better. The default settings have changed including the brightness level; so when you are comparing TV screens; make sure that the identical output; down to the connection is being used and that both units are identically tuned, i.e. brightness, contrast, presets...99% of the time you will find them not to be. The best tuned TV this week will not be the one next week!
498186
That is exactly my plan. I am glad you got just what you wanted. I have been watching pricing on 5 or 6 tvs for 6 months or so. The least expensive I have seen the 7000 for is yesterdays $1220 at Amazon. And you got the 8000 for $1000? That is an incredible price! Do you mind my asking where you purchased it? Thanks also for the feedback on the similarity between the 7000 and the 8000. Good luck. Steve
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The $999 is such a super deal, that Amazon very quickly runs out of the stock each time they offer it. I have seen twice this happening after only 24-36 hours of this TV being available. I guess Amazon does not have the certainty of whether and/or when it will receive new stock from Samsung, and does not want to have customers disatisfied due to backordering (a common cause of complaints and negative reviews in other vendors sites). The previous time I had exactly your experience. I saw the deal, thought about it for a few hours, and by then it was gone. This time, as soon as I saw it back in stock, I immediately pressed the "place your order" button. This was on 1/15/10. I am looking forward to receiving the TV in a few days.
142123
vilasgn,I also took the gamble with a used-very good. The tv showed up 2 days ago, and it looks great, like brand new. We can't figure out what's supposed to be wrong with it, for them to take off $300, but I am glad I went for it. Fingers crossed you'll have the same experience I did.
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I have the 750. I bought it since it was only a few bucks more. Yeah, the extras are pretty weak, but the pics and artwork are pretty cool. I can't remember what the 650 looked like in comparison, but I like the way the 750 looks as far as the bezel.The main thing I'm very happy about is the sound system. I have a 5.1 system, but sometimes I don't want to mess with it. It needs to be upgraded, but it's not a priority for me. The sound on the TV is great. Very clear and all the volume you want. It goes up to 100 on it's scale I think, but at 20, I'm maxed out.If they're within $40-$50, get the 750. If it's more, opt for the 650. I have the 750. I bought it since it was only a few bucks more. Yeah, the extras are pretty weak, but the pics and artwork are pretty cool. I can't remember what the 650 looked like in comparison, but I like the way the 750 looks as far as the bezel.The main thing I'm very happy about is the sound system. I have a 5.1 system, but sometimes I don't want to mess with it. It needs to be upgraded, but it's not a priority for me. The sound on the TV is great. Very clear and all the volume you want. It goes up to 100 on it's scale I think, but at 20, I'm maxed out.If... » Read More I have the 750. I bought it since it was only a few bucks more. Yeah, the extras are pretty weak, but the pics and artwork are pretty cool. I can't remember what the 650 looked like in comparison, but I like the way the 750 looks as far as the bezel.The main thing I'm very happy about is the sound system. I have a 5.1 system, but sometimes I don't want to mess with it. It needs to be upgraded, but it's not a priority for me. The sound on the TV is great. Very clear and all the volume you want. It goes up to 100 on it's scale I think, but at 20, I'm maxed out.If they're within $40-$50, get the 750. If it's more, opt for the 650. « Show Less