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David Katzmaier, Senior Editor at cnet.com, recently posted an article that will help TV lift cabinet owners in selecting their new flat screen TV.   Katzmaier broke down how the Panasonic TC-PVT30 compared versus the Samsung PND8000 in the following categories; best picture quality, best design, best features, best value, and his personal opinion of the overall best TV of 2011.  Below is a summary of his findings.

Best picture quality: Panasonic VT30
The VT30 has superior black-level performance and shadow detail, as well as arguably better video processing. The Samsung wins for color accuracy, 3D performance, and bright-room picture. The two were quite close in nearly every picture quality characteristic I test, and both TVs rightly earn their performance scores of 9, but the Panasonic's picture is still better overall in my opinion.

Best design: Samsung PND8000
The thin bezel, slimmer cabinet, and sleeker overall looks of the Samsung outdo the VT30's one-sheet face in my book. This

David Katzmaier, Senior Editor at cnet.com, recently posted an article that will help TV lift cabinet owners in selecting their new flat screen TV.   Katzmaier broke down how the Panasonic TC-PVT30 compared versus the Samsung PND8000 in the following categories; best picture quality, best design, best features, best value, and his personal opinion of the overall best TV of 2011.  Below is a summary of his findings.

Best picture quality: Panasonic VT30
The VT30 has superior black-level performance and shadow detail, as well as arguably better video processing. The Samsung wins for color accuracy, 3D performance, and bright-room picture. The two were quite close in nearly every picture quality characteristic I test, and both TVs rightly earn their performance scores of 9, but the Panasonic's picture is still better overall in my opinion.

Best design: Samsung PND8000
The thin bezel, slimmer cabinet, and sleeker overall looks of the Samsung outdo the VT30's one-sheet face in my book. This

If you’re interested in the new 3D TV technology – listen up! Although it may not be an ideal candidate for your TV lift cabinet, the new Sony VAIO L-Series really lives up to its “all-in-one” description.

According to Engadget.com, the desktop PC/TV features a full 3D HD 24” LED touch screen. The system is capable of playing Blu-ray discs, music in surround sound, connecting to the internet and TV and displaying photos. Not to leave the gamers out, games can be played in 3D and the system can also connect to PlayStation 3 via HDMI.

Aside from all the amazing technical features, the L-Series is wall-mountable and includes a wireless mouse and keyboard.  One pair of active shutter 3D glasses is also included as part of the $1,420 price tag. If you’re in the market, pick one up when the L-Series hits stores on July 13^th.

If you’re interested in the new 3D TV technology – listen up! Although it may not be an ideal candidate for your TV lift cabinet, the new Sony VAIO L-Series really lives up to its “all-in-one” description.

According to Engadget.com, the desktop PC/TV features a full 3D HD 24” LED touch screen. The system is capable of playing Blu-ray discs, music in surround sound, connecting to the internet and TV and displaying photos. Not to leave the gamers out, games can be played in 3D and the system can also connect to PlayStation 3 via HDMI.

Aside from all the amazing technical features, the L-Series is wall-mountable and includes a wireless mouse and keyboard.  One pair of active shutter 3D glasses is also included as part of the $1,420 price tag. If you’re in the market, pick one up when the L-Series hits stores on July 13^th.

If you’re interested in the new 3D TV technology – listen up! Although it may not be an ideal candidate for your TV lift cabinet, the new Sony VAIO L-Series really lives up to its “all-in-one” description.

According to Engadget.com, the desktop PC/TV features a full 3D HD 24” LED touch screen. The system is capable of playing Blu-ray discs, music in surround sound, connecting to the internet and TV and displaying photos. Not to leave the gamers out, games can be played in 3D and the system can also connect to PlayStation 3 via HDMI.

Aside from all the amazing technical features, the L-Series is wall-mountable and includes a wireless mouse and keyboard.  One pair of active shutter 3D glasses is also included as part of the $1,420 price tag. If you’re in the market, pick one up when the L-Series hits stores on July 13^th.

Attention TV Lift Cabinet Owners!  Hulu, the web-based TV show streaming service has launched a partnership with movie giant Miramax to stream some big name movie titles – for FREE! According to variety.com, Hulu Plus subscribers will be able to access movies such as “Good Will Hunting” and “Scream” through the service. The titles will be offered for free of charge through Hulu and will be available for streaming on PCs, tablets and smart phones.

Attention TV Lift Cabinet Owners!  Hulu, the web-based TV show streaming service has launched a partnership with movie giant Miramax to stream some big name movie titles – for FREE! According to variety.com, Hulu Plus subscribers will be able to access movies such as “Good Will Hunting” and “Scream” through the service. The titles will be offered for free of charge through Hulu and will be available for streaming on PCs, tablets and smart phones.

Attention TV Lift Cabinet Owners!  Hulu, the web-based TV show streaming service has launched a partnership with movie giant Miramax to stream some big name movie titles – for FREE! According to variety.com, Hulu Plus subscribers will be able to access movies such as “Good Will Hunting” and “Scream” through the service. The titles will be offered for free of charge through Hulu and will be available for streaming on PCs, tablets and smart phones.

Here are the TVLiftCabinet.com highlights on technology industry news and other worthy information.

1.)    According to CNET.com and a CNN report, Twitter purchased TweetDeck for $40 million yesterday on May 23th.   The deal has not been officially announced, but a purchase agreement was signed.

2.)    LIN TV Corp. announced it will carry Bounce TV, an over-the-air broadcast television network for African-American audiences, in five markets when the network launches this fall. Bounce TV will be seen on LIN TV Corp. stations in Indianapolis, Hartford/New Haven, Norfolk, Dayton and Mobile/Pensacola as part of the multi-year agreement (this information provided by tvtechnology.com)

3.)    Barnes & Noble introduced its newest Nook e-reader and filed for the trademark “The Simple Touch Reader.”

4.)    New App for smartphones - WhatsApp Messenger.  It is a cross-platform mobile messaging app which allows you to exchange messages without having to pay for SMS.  Since WhatsApp Messenger

Here are the TVLiftCabinet.com highlights on technology industry news and other worthy information.

1.)    According to CNET.com and a CNN report, Twitter purchased TweetDeck for $40 million yesterday on May 23th.   The deal has not been officially announced, but a purchase agreement was signed.

2.)    LIN TV Corp. announced it will carry Bounce TV, an over-the-air broadcast television network for African-American audiences, in five markets when the network launches this fall. Bounce TV will be seen on LIN TV Corp. stations in Indianapolis, Hartford/New Haven, Norfolk, Dayton and Mobile/Pensacola as part of the multi-year agreement (this information provided by tvtechnology.com)

3.)    Barnes & Noble introduced its newest Nook e-reader and filed for the trademark “The Simple Touch Reader.”

4.)    New App for smartphones - WhatsApp Messenger.  It is a cross-platform mobile messaging app which allows you to exchange messages without having to pay for SMS.  Since WhatsApp Messenger