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Toshiba 42LX196 LCD HDTV

Toshiba 42LX196 LCD HDTV
alaScore 83

14 reviews

May, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 reviews of Toshiba 42LX196 LCD HDTV. The average rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the size and design. The usability and durability are also mentioned favorably, but opinions are divided on the reliability. Many are less positive about the price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Toshiba 42LX196 LCD HDTV is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for Toshiba 42LX196 LCD HDTV

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 user reviews of Toshiba 42LX196 LCD HDTV from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the size and design. The usability and remote control are also mentioned favorably, whereas comments are divided on the durability. Some have doubts about the reliability and price.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Adrienne Maxwell (hometheater.com)

Toshiba 42LX196 LCD HDTV

 

Like our budget entry, the 42LX196 has two HDMI, two component video, and one RGB input, but it adds a second RF input so you can tune both antenna and cable signals. This TV includes a basic QAM tuner instead of the Clear QAM type, but it's the only...

Jan, 2007

Expert review by : Adrienne Maxwell (soundandvision.com)

Toshiba 42LX196 LCD HDTV

 

If you're willing to step up around $1,100, your LCD options increase dramatically, with plenty of choices from the big names in the TV business. One such option is Toshiba's $2,600 42LX196. The most obvious feature upgrade is the move from 768p to...

Jan, 2007

Expert review by : Adrienne Maxwell (hometheatermag.com)

Toshiba 42LX196 LCD HDTV

 

Like our budget entry, the 42LX196 has two HDMI, two component video, and one RGB input, but it adds a second RF input so you can tune both antenna and cable signals. This TV includes a basic QAM tuner instead of the Clear QAM type, but it's the only...

The 42LX196 may not be the ideal home theater HDTV, but it's a consistent performer that does a solid job with HD and SD sources. Its many input options and THINC system make it a great choice for someone looking for a versatile, big-screen multimedia TV.

Jan, 2007

Expert review by : Shane Buettner (hometheatermag.com)

Toshiba Cinema Series 42LX196 LCD: On the Bench

 

Toshiba's new REGZA Cinema Series LCDs are priced very competitvely in the flat panel market, but you'd never guess that looking at the rich feature set we see here. The pixel count is 1080p, the connectivity is excellent with dual HDMI inputs, and...

Nov, 2006

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