Flawed genius

Superb contrast, high-def detail, great showcase screen for Blu-ray

Can Sony master the third dimension?

Looking for an LCD on a budget?

On its side is the ST251's small size, which makes its panel problems less noticeable than on bigger screens. And, with similar sized screens from the major brands also tending to lack top quality LCD panels and advanced picture processing, HANNspree ...

Does Resolution+ save the day?

Thank goodness for Resolution+. Had it not been included, we might have had a fairly unremarkable TV on our hands. But this effective picture tech saves the 37RV635D from LCD ignominy, bringing high- and standard-definition pictures up to scratch. ...

A hot performer that won't break the bank?

Excellent colours, deep black shades, no blur, good value

Some flicker when using HD Natural Motion

If you want the finest 32-incher around, head for Philips' feature packed 32PFL9604. If you're happy with second best - and a saving of at least 300 - the 32PFL7404 makes for an excellent all-rounder that's a more polished performer than most

Flash of inspiration?

From a purist's point of view this TV is below average in terms of picture quality - and is arguably loaded with extra features merely to attract your attention.

Wide-boy TV stretches the boundaries

Involving HD pictures, superb scaling, great remote control, beefy sound

Some picture distortion, occasional softness, no LED panel

At 4,500 it's an expensive upgrade to an existing flatsceen TV, and though short-lived, the initial wow-factor is almost worth the cash

Media-savvy screen

With a few exceptions this is a well thought-out and superb value LCD TV that's versatile enough for any living room. Its Bluetooth and USB stick tomfoolery will attract many, but it's Blu-ray display where this 37-incher truly impresses.

The first truly digital TV?

While not up there with the finest plasmas around when it comes to pictures, its digital media goodies and dependable audio make this 50-incher is worth every penny of its £1000 list price as a whole package. And with that price tag bound to drop, the ...

The special one?

Net TV, connectivity, best-ever HD pics, awesome speakers

Picture settings hidden, remote needs more buttons, expensive

Encompassing everything from internet access to Wi-Fi connection to a computer, the 32PFL9604 proves, above all, to be a stellar performer with any video source