FIRST, it was plasma. LCD came next. Now, it's LED.
Using Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) instead of Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps (CCFLs) as the primary light source, LED TVs offer higher contrast ratios, slimmer design and energy savings. Samsung LED TVs are first in the market, and their sharpness and super slimness have attracted many onlookers at stores.
The first impression one gets is the amazingly crisp picture quality, rich colours and high contrast. The TV-casing thinness, which can be as slim as 29.7mm, is another instant draw.Mounted on the wall, the Samsung LED TV looks more like a picture frame than an electronic display. Clearly, Samsung has made a fine blend of new technology and aesthetic design.
As it is still early days for LED TVs, prices are considerably higher compared to LCD and plasma TVs. But it is not just picture quality and size that account for the higher pricing.
Samsung has included Internet functions (direct access to YouTube and some digital-media content websites), USB connectivity and DLNA Wireless.
And there is also the Auto Motion Plus frame interpolation technology to reduce motion blur and image judder.
Just as LCD replaced plasma, it is only a matter of time before LED replaces LCD.
With volume production, prices will surely tumble and general adoption of the LED standard will ensue.
