Should I wait a few more weeks when the new 2011 3D TVS come out? I Googled when to buy TVs. The sites all say March due to the fact that this is when most of the new 2011 TVs will hit the stores. I really want a 50+" 3dHDTV. It seems that every year better electronics comes out at half the price.Is it worth the wait? Anyone know what is hitting the market? Should I wait a few more weeks when the new 2011 3D TVS come out? I Googled when to buy TVs. The sites all say March due to the fact that this is when most of the new 2011 TVs will hit the stores.... » Read More Should I wait a few more weeks when the new 2011 3D TVS come out? I Googled when to buy TVs. The sites all say March due to the fact that this is when most of the new 2011 TVs will hit the stores. I really want a 50+" 3dHDTV. It seems that every year better electronics comes out at half the price.Is it worth the wait? Anyone know what is hitting the market? « Show Less
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I own and LOVE this tv (the 8000), but I'd definitely wait. Its hard to believe that 3D won't be at least a little better, and if you decide it isn't this and the other 2010 models will, I assume, be cheaper than they are now, and will, I also assume, be available for at least a few months. I'm not at all an expert, just a lay opinion.
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Panasonic Pricing & ETA has been leaked...http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-20030645-1.html?tag=mncol;1nSeems like they're worth waiting for the new generation.
417311
I was targeting this TV before the Super Bowl, but now I might need to wait. Is it possible for this model to dip below $1600, particularly with new TVs hitting the market soon?
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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Thanks for your input I was wondering why this is so, I was worried whether there was a reason like the 42" was manufactured some place different and perhaps had less quality, or it was something like you're saying, they just have more 42" TVs and need to sell them. Hopefully it's the latter.
183189
IT'S OUT NOW!!!! u should go pick up one before there all gone not sure if there still releasing or even making these 3-D ones anymore.SO HURRY
1032873
No idea. I talked with customer support and they said they didn't know when or if it would be back in stock.It would suck not getting the deal, but after the deal deadline, I'd still be happy with just the TV from another seller. I'd just keep checking back every day.
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rumors from where? o0 it would be a dream come true if it does go live in before august..did u see the other lesser sized models in the same series? those have an actual date on amazon already..with the smallest having the earliest ship date, bigger getting a later date..and this 55 model dateless, so im assuming it's gonna be the last one to get out if anything..so i don't think it will be anytime now until october at least..and "they should honor" or "they will honor" ? x:thanks for the quick response though ^^
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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!
1911302
hot did you get that deal from US-Appliances? I am also tired of waiting for amazon to get this TV in stock. Oh well, I would rather get from Amazon. I will wait few more days and see what shall happen
2007549
Honestly ,I bought my Mitsubishi 3D ready tv in 2008,spent hundreds of hours and dollars and to this day have not been able to watch 3D on it. I just up and bought a new LG tv and began immediately to enjoy 3D. You are risking good money on a bad idea.
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We are now at the end of the 4th quarter, well past the dates in the responses to this question. Did it update as expected? I am familiar with Jellybean, really like it as a hassle-free tech experience, and am prepared to buy this TV right away if it has that pedigree. Does it?
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Ahhh, the hazards of buying anything electronic. As soon as you get it home they come out with something better. It will take a while before 3D TV's and Blu-rays make a huge impact. The TV needs specific software/hardware in order to put the 3D image on the screen and be visible with the glasses.
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The Sept 1 press release for this product said Oct 2 release date (which was when the pre-order finally showed up on Amazon). I contacted Samsung on Oct 2, and they said "Early October" release. They couldn't give me any more details, so I guess we can expect this within two weeks. I felt "hinted" that we'd know something more definitive by Oct 5, although the sales rep couldn't say much. No word on the included accessories either, and even some of Amazon's specs for the different models don't line up with what Samsung originally announced in the press release. I hope this gets straightened out soon. The Sept 1 press release for this product said Oct 2 release date (which was when the pre-order finally showed up on Amazon). I contacted Samsung on Oct 2, and they said "Early October" release. They couldn't give me any more details, so I guess we can expect this within two weeks. I felt "hinted" that we'd know something more definitive by Oct 5, although the sales rep couldn't say much. No word on the included accessories either, and even some of Amazon's specs for the different models don't line up with what Samsung originally announced in the press release. I hope... » Read More The Sept 1 press release for this product said Oct 2 release date (which was when the pre-order finally showed up on Amazon). I contacted Samsung on Oct 2, and they said "Early October" release. They couldn't give me any more details, so I guess we can expect this within two weeks. I felt "hinted" that we'd know something more definitive by Oct 5, although the sales rep couldn't say much. No word on the included accessories either, and even some of Amazon's specs for the different models don't line up with what Samsung originally announced in the press release. I hope this gets straightened out soon. « Show Less
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Why do those other stores claim they have them in stock? Amazon keeps changing on me and have September 29, 2011 - November 8, 2011 dates. I'll be calling (866) 216-1072 to ask about this.You can't even buy it at Netgear's store so that's probably telling you something. I wonder if they ran into another SNAFU? Maybe we'll see them by the next CES event when the 3900 is announced.http://store.netgear.com/store/netgear/en_US/DisplayCategoryProductListPage/categoryID.43976600/productPriceDescending.sort/resultsPerPage.10
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They should honor whatever price you purchased it for during the pre-sell. They will not charge you until the unit ships. Latest rumors put this TV live this week....but....who knows. It will be worth the wait though.
1451757
I'm astonished that Amazon believes that I own this device. I have, however, been searching diligently for information on this very subject. The best estimate/guess for general release is perhaps the middle of November. Apparently the W700 has experienced limited release in just a few major markets. The surprising element to me is, considering the vast number of articles previewing this and similar devices (all touting an Oct. 26th release), is the silence regarding their absence in the marketplace.
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The fluctuating prices are confusing. What makes it even more confusing is that a search of LNT4071F sometimes takes you to Amazon's listing and sometimes takes you to someone else's (Electronics Expo in this case). If you don't notice the little footnote that says Electronics Expo, you may not notice this - until you check out and suddenly find that shipping has been added. And then you might not notice that you still have the option of ordering from Amazon, as they are listed as an alternate seller. Amazon has 30-day price protection, so even if you order now, you should be able to take advantage of any price drops that happen around Black Friday. Be forewarned - the TV will be just the first of many expenses. You'll need to upgrade your cable/satellite service, you'll need something to record HD content, you'll need an HDTV camcorder ... and then you'll want to replace your other TV, and the process will start all over. Buy your HDMI cables through Amazon. Don't let the Big Box store convince you that you need to spend hundreds of dollars on Monster Cables. The only thing "Monster" about them is the profit margin.