Sharp Aquos LC-XL8 Series LCD TV (32", 37")

In all other areas the LC-37XL8E does a good job. Black levels are deep and shadow detailing is impressive, helping to give images depth. The viewing angle is also reasonably good, though murky scenes can seem grey when viewed from anywhere but from...

In all other areas the LC-37XL8E does a good job. Black levels are deep and shadow detailing is impressive, helping to give images depth. The viewing angle is also reasonably good, though murky scenes can seem grey when viewed from anywhere but from...

Styling ; Menu system ; Picture is great for 1080p content

Price ; Remote control ; Freeview suffers de-interlacing artefacts

There are cheaper 32-inch LCDs around, and an increasing number are 1080p capable, too. We think one of the best we've seen is the Philips 32PFL9603, which also adds the coolness of a two-sided Ambilight into the mix, another plus for gamers. But this...

Every now and then the 37XL8E’s pictures explode into life in quite dazzling fashion, and it's a good audio performer. The only thing stopping it short of becoming a genuine best-buy contender, really, is its slight lack of sharpness versus the very...

Fed the right material - with something bright, colourful and not particularly high in contrast - the 32XL8E can produce some really excellent pictures. And it sounds good too. It's just a pity that it's not more consistent.