by Johan on September 17, 2006

The LG 60PC1D has a built-in HD-DVR unit, that allows you to record approximately 13 hours of HD quality video onto its 160GB HDD. This 60 inch plasma also features a sharp 7000:1 contrast ratio, and ATSC/NTSC/QAM tuners. This plasma is now available with a suggested retail price of US$5,399.
Via Gizmodo.
by Johan on July 17, 2006

Pioneer released the Pioneer PRO-FHD1 50 Inch 1080p Plasma panel this week. The PRO-FHD1 combines the higher pixel count of 1080i with the faster refresh rate of 720p which produces a smooth and accurate picture for fast-moving content such as action films or sports with an amazingly sharp, bright, and accurate picture quality. This Pioneer Elite PureVision 1080p plasma will accept sources from 720p and 1080i to DVD and Blu-ray Disc, and will automatically smart convert it to deliver the highest resolution picture possible.
Via i4u.
by Johan on July 11, 2006

Panasonic USA launches the world’s largest full HD Plasma display. The plasma TV is 103 Inches wide and supports a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. It has a contrast ratio of 3000:1 and a 3.8 Inch pixel pitch. The company will be manufacturing 5000 of these displays annually at its high tech factory in Amagasaki – Japan. There is no info on pricing yet.
Via NewLaunches.

LG Electronics proudly introduces its super-large 71-inch Plasma TV, the world’s first and largest commercialized plasma TV. It offers 1080p full high-definition (1920 x 1080) resolution. The special model is not only decorated with 24-K gold, but also offers several package items that include a 600W home theatre system and a terrestrial digital broadcast receiver. Only 1000 units will be sold via exclusive outlets. The gold plated version comes with a $132,000 price tag and the black version will sell for $95,000. Read more review at Newlaunches.
by FreshEffect on April 6, 2006

Here’s the latest Plasma TV from LG. Although LG has show the 100-inch tv’s, those were only prototypes. The 71-inch television set will feature 1080p HD resolution. Also having a display resolution of 1920 x 1080p, contrast ratio of 1200:1 and a viewing angle of 160 degrees. Via New Launches.
by Alexander on March 20, 2006

Panasonic has also announced a new 10000:1 Contrast Ratio Plasma TV available in 42-inch and 50-inch display. Sony also recently announced a similar product. The 42-inch Panasonic TH-42PX60U will retail for about $2500 US and 50-inch Panasonic TH-50PX60U will retail for about $3500 US. Info via Engadget.

Sony will release plasma screens for the Japanese professional market, the WD-42PX2 and WD-42PX2S (for Silver). These 42″ screens have a 1024×768 (XGA) resolution for optimized use with the IT world and a contrast ratio of 10000:1. Via Akihabara News.
by FreshEffect on March 16, 2006

I want that!!! The CalSpa GX49
Specs: An auto-rising plasma TV with DVD player, CD-playing surround sound speakers with subwoofers, LED lights, exercise equipment, lounge seats, LED waterfalls and exclusive adjustable Therapy system. Via Oh Gizmo!