New series expands AQUOS line of LCD TVs to include widescreen models with full “Plug and Play” compatibility for built-in HDTV viewing

Mahwah, N.J., July 29, 2004 – To meet the growing consumer demand for cutting-edge home entertainment options, Sharp, the global market leader in Liquid Crystal television*, today announced the availability of new widescreen AQUOS LCD HDTV models, the GD4U and GD6U series. These new, 1366x768 resolution AQUOS models feature a built-in CableCARD for “plug and play” capability. This allows consumers to enjoy the latest cable-TV HDTV programming without the added bulk or expense of an additional set-top box. These integrated HDTVs, available in 26-, 32- and 37-inch screen sizes, further strengthen Sharp’s large AQUOS collection, which currently offers consumers the widest selection of screen sizes, speaker configurations and unit colors of LCD TVs.

MAHWAH, N.J., Summer 2004 – Making truly digital wireless TV a reality, Sharp Electronics Corporation has debuted the first battery-operated LCD television in the U.S. For the first time, consumers may enjoy crystal-clear TV, video and DVD enjoyment virtually anywhere in the home without wires. The new 15-inch Wireless AQUOS Television (model LC-15L1U-S) has an attractive style that matches any home décor. It features sculpted, rounded stereo side speakers and a built-in carrying handle and table stand, which makes it easy to move the TV from room to room. A rechargeable battery provides consumers with enough power to watch up to three hours of TV on the patio without interruption.

Syntax Groups Introduces "Olevia" LCD-TVs Breaking Price Barrier for Best-in-Class Digital Entertainment

Joint Venture with Kolin & Prokia Gives Strategic Advantages in R&D and World Class Manufacturing

City of Industry, CA-May 18, 2004-Syntax Groups Corporation(tm), an emerging growth manufacturer of consumer electronics products, today announced it's formal entry into the LCD TV market with its initial line of Olevia(tm) branded models. Immediately available through premier channel partners, the new Olevia 27-inch and 30-inch LCD TVs provide consumers with high quality entertainment images and optimum affordability.

There is a concept house in Park City, Utah that was put together by Anderson Windows of Bayport, Minn. But what makes the two-story, 6,000 square-foot home different from any other is what's inside — the windows. They turn from clear to opaque white with the push of a button. Many double as speakers, computer monitors or television sets.

Here is an interesting article straight from the 2004 consumer electronics show. It discussus how all of the PC makers are entering the living room. What is most interesting to us is the information about Dell and Gateways venture into the Flat Panel TV market.

Give it a read and let us know what you think.

PC World has a great article on the new trend of PC Manufacturers stepping into the world of LCD TV's

Check it out:

Dell and Gateway may be able to offer more-sophisticated products at a lower price.

Liane Cassavoy, PCWorld.com
Monday, November 03, 2003

When you're shopping for a new TV, Dell and Gateway may not be the first names that come to mind. They're well-known for their PCs, but should you buy a TV from them? Consider this: Soon, PC makers are likely to offer more cutting-edge TV products than most consumer electronics vendors--and to sell them at a lower price.

October 29, 2003 8:56 AM ET

TOKYO (AFP) - Japanese high-tech firm Sharp said its profit and sales hit record highs for the first half thanks to robust sales of its main products, led by liquid crystal displays (LCDs).

Group net profit jumped 22.1 percent from a year earlier to 27.9 billion yen (258 million dollars), said Sharp, which stayed in the winning group of the nation's competitive electronics sector for April-September.

This is the current LCD-TV-REVIEW Editors Choice. We’re both Sony lovers and despite that bias, the Sony unit was quantifiable better than the other options.

The Sony Wega KLV-30XBR900, Sony's first flat-panel LCD TV, made a big impression at the January 2003 Consumer Electronics Show, showcasing its clear picture and remarkable color. Sony's proprietary LCD panel technology eliminates the "motion trails" or ghosting you occasionally see on virtually all LCD panels. Among athe entire group of new-generation LCD TVs at CES, Sony's XBR stood out as one of the most impressive.

If you need a big screen the SHARP LC30HV4U - 30" Widescreen LCD TV is not a horrible unit. There are better units available in different sized. If you must get a big screen and you want a LCD tv, you may be best served to wait until they get the bugs worked out.

Sharp LC-20B2UA does a good job for it’s size. We give this unit LCD-TV-Reviews.com editors choice award for it’s 20 inch size. Stay away from the 30 incher. In this case bigger is not better.