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Budget Internet TVs from Toshiba

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Smart TVs from Toshiba

Toshiba known for knocking out value for money TVs keep the trend going with their latest crop. This year’s line-up from Toshiba consists of an exciting mix of vivid LCDs, LEDs and cutting edge 3D TVs. Here we highlight a number of affordable entry level models, TV/DVD combis plus TVs with built-in blu-ray players and some with Internet connectivity.

The following 2011 series: EL, HL, DB, DL and RL offer plenty of sizes, styles and features to suit any room and budget.

Thinner LED TVs with Freeview

Screen sizes range from 19 inch to 46 inch and all models come with Freeview tuner, Toshiba’s active Vision picture processing, LED backlighting and at least one USB port to playback music, video and images stored on a USB stick.

TVs with Built-in Blu-ray Player

The DB series offers Full HD along with built-in Blu-ray player or the DL with its integrated DVD player. The RL series doesn’t have an integrated Blu-ray player instead it gives you Full HD, edge-LED and iPlayer access.

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REGZA EL Series

Toshiba Regza EL833 HD LED TVs
Toshiba’s entry-level models have the benefit of LED technology delivering striking clarity and brightness to be enjoy at all viewing positions. The thin space saving LED TV comes with built-in freeview, multiple HDMI connectors, video, photo and audio playback.

  • Edge-LED backlight
  • HD ready (1366×768
  • Active Vision (50Hz)
  • 2x HDMI, PC input, USB port
  • Freeview tuner
  • 7 Day Electronic Programme Guide

Available in 19, 22, 26 and 32in screen sizes?19” 19EL833B, 22” 22EL833B, 26” 26EL833B, 32” 32EL833B

REGZA HL Series
Toshba Regza HL833 Full HD 1080p LED TVs with edge-LED backlight
Full High Definition images in vibrant colours and contrast plus a wide viewing angle can be enjoyed on this new stylish thin LED TV. Multiple connectors include USB, PC and two HDMIs inputs.

  • 1920x1080p Full HD
  • Edge-LED backlight
  • Freeview
  • Active Vision (50Hz)
  • 2x HDMI
  • USB
  • PC Input
  • REGZA-LINK single remote operation

Available in 32 and 42in screen sizes?32” 32HL833B, 42” 42HL833B

REGZA DB Series Blu-ray Combi
Toshiba Regza DB833B Full HD 1080p LED TVs with Built-in Blu-ray Player
For all in one convenience you can enjoy outstanding picture performance in Full HD via Blu-ray discs on a choice of two screen sizes. 32 and 42 inch TVs are two great options ideal for the bedroom and living room.

  • 1920x1080p Full HD
  • Edge-LED backlight
  • Integrated Blu-ray player
  • Freeview ready
  • Active Vision (50Hz)
  • 2x HDMI
  • USB
  • PC input
  • REGZA-LINK single remote operation

Available in 32 and 42in screen sizes

32” 32DB833B, 42” 42DB833B

REGZA DL Series
Toshiba Regza DL833 HD Ready LED TVs with Built-in DVD Player
A superb space saving combi TV with integrated freeview digital tuner, USB playback and HDMI connectivity for other entertainment devices.

  • HD ready (1366×768)
  • Edge-LED backlight
  • Integrated DVD player
  • Freeview ready
  • Active Vision (50Hz)
  • 2x HDMI
  • USB and PC inputs

Available in 19, 22, 26 and 32in screen sizes

19” 19DL833B, 22” 22DL833B, 26” 26DL833B, 32” 32DL833B

REGZA RL Series
Full HD 1080p LED TV with Internet TV & Freeview HD
Staying connected is easy with the latest wi-fi ready TVs from Toshiba. Enjoy wireless content sharing and iPhone operation from the comfort of your living room, internet content includes BBC iPlayer, YouTube and Flickr. The RL series also features Toshiba’s Resolution+ upscaling technology.

  • 1920 x 1080p Full HD
  • Edge-LED backlight
  • Freeview HD-ready
  • YouTube, BBC iPlayer and Flickr
  • AutoView image optimising
  • Resolution+ image enhancement
  • DLNA and Wi-Fi Ready
  • Active Vision (50Hz)
  • 4 x HDMI, USB port
  • Dolby Volume
  • REGZA-LINK single remote operation

Available in 32, 37 and 42in screen sizes

32” 32RL853B, 37” 37RL853B, 42” 42RL853B

Toshiba 3D & Smart TVs

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This year’s next gen technology comes in the shape of the Smart TV joining 3D as the must have feature for the best home entertainment. Here’s a quick lowdown on what’s happening on the Toshiba front with a list of their new Smart TV and 3D TVs in the following series: SL, UL, VL8 and the premium REGZA WL and YL 3D PRO-LED TV series.

These ranges come in screen sizes from 32 to 55 inch, are Full HD and feature Freeview HD reception with Toshiba Places providing instant access to personal cloud-based content.

REGZA SL Series

Full High Definition 1080p LED Smart TV Wi-Fi Ready
Open up a new online world with the latest Toshiba Places internet portal. You can access and share content across a range of Toshiba products such as laptops, TVs and tablets.

  • 1920x1080p Full HD Edge-LED backlight Freeview HD
  • Online apps – YouTube, BBC iPlayer and Flickr Resolution+ image enhancement DLNA
  • Wireless Ready
  • 100Hz 4 x HDMI 2 x USB port REGZA-LINK single remote operation

Available in 32, 37, 42 and 46 screen sizes
32” 32SL863B, 37” 37SL863B, 42” 42SL863B, 46” 46SL863B

REGZA UL Series

Full HD LED Smart TV with Built-in Wi-Fi
Internet and social networking is yours at a touch of a button with the new cloud based portal; Toshiba Places. Other highlights include USB HDD recording functionality, 100Hz display technology and built-in Wi-Fi. DLNA and iPhone remote access.

  • 1920x1080p Full HD Edge-LED backlight ?Freeview HD
  • Online apps – YouTube, BBC iPlayer and Flickr Resolution+ image enhancement DLNA
  • Camera (Face Recognition)
  • Personal TV
  • Wireless Built-in
  • 100Hz 4 x HDMI, 2 x USB port, PC input REGZA-LINK
  • Electronic 8 Day programme Guide

Available in 32, 37. 42 and 46 screen sizes
32” 32UL863B, 37” 37UL863B, 42” 42UL863B, 46” 46UL863B

REGZA VL Series

  • VL8 Series Full HD 1080p Smart LED 3D TV
  • Wireless Ready (Wi-Fi Dongle required)
  • LED Full High Definition 1080p:
  • 3D TV
  • Personal TV
  • 200Hz processing:
  • Freeview HD
  • Smart TV
  • Toshiba Places
  • BBC iPlayer YouTube
  • 4 Pairs FREE Glasses

Available in 42 and 47 screen sizes
42” 42VL863B, 47” 47VL863B

REGZA WL/YL Series (Premium Collection)

REGZA WL with 3D Full HD, 200Hz, BBC iPlayer and YouTube
Take home entertainment to the next level with 3D technology to enjoy 3D films and gaming at home. This series comes integrated Freeview HD with access to BBC iPlayer, and YouTube, LED backlighting and 200Hz processing. Award winning Jacob Jensen Design.

  • 1080p Full HD 3D
  • New Ultra slim design
  • LED backlighting
  • Personal TV via face detection camera
  • PRO-LED panel edge lit with local dimming zones
  • Freeview HD
  • 200Hz
  • USB HDD Video Recording
  • Built in WiFi, DLNA and Windows 7 compatibility
  • Toshiba Places-Online Portal

Available in 40, 46 and 55 screen sizes
40” 40WL768B, 46” 46WL768B, 55” 55WL768B

A brushed silver chassis adorns the REGZA YL series and an eye-catching black sandblast design is featured across the REGZA WL range.

Samsung LE22B470 22” LCD TV/DVD Combi TV

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Samsung 22 inch LCD Built-in DVD Player Around £150 –  unavailable

If you’re looking for a cheap 22 inch combi TV for the bedroom or kitchen you’re in luck today. Samsung’s first entry into theTV/DVD combi world can now be found at an amazingly low price.22 inch Samsung LE22B470 Combi TV with Freeview. The LE22B470 has been around a while and has had some great reviews from an ever-growing fan club.

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Compact Combi TV with Freeview
A great space-saving option makes the Samsung LE22B470 an ideal choice as a second TV and the new low price makes it even more attractive. This compact TV is easy to use and set up with over 40 Freeview TV and radio channels.

Key Features Samsung LE22B470

  • Glossy Black Frame
  • Integrated DVD player
  • HD Ready 720p
  • Game Mode
  • HDMI input
  • PC input
  • Sleep timer

Sony Google TV First HDTV Powered by Google

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The World’s First Google TV

In 2010 we saw a host of TVs with media streaming, internet TV apps and DLNA connectivity, ultra thin screens. Then came the ultimate home entertainment experience with 3D TV; the hottest new display technology keeping  TV manufacturers busy producing the next generation models.

Google TV

So from streaming movies, accessing twitter and Flikr plus watching 3D images on your screen what will 2011 bring new in the world of television? It looks like Google TV is set to make its mark in the fast emerging Smart TV generation.

What is Google TV

The world’s favourite search engine has combined forces with Sony and Intel opening up a new way forward in the way you browse the net.

You will be able to search the web with a Google’s Chrome browser, use apps and watch hi-definition TV all at the same time.

Google will be leaping from PC to TV in the biggest new tech shake-up in years. The new generation of web connected TVs will use a version of Google’s Chrome search interface running on the Android system.

What can you search on the Web with Google TV

With Google Chrome and Adobe Flash Player 10.1, you will be able to access everything on the web.

You can chat to friends, watch favourite web videos, view photos everything else you’re been used to doing online is now possible with Google TV.

You can customize your Google TV so you have instant access to your favourite channels, apps, podcasts and websites.

What to look forward to with Google TV

The first models to hit the shelves will show an interface which will accommodate streaming and feeds from social network sites such as Facebook and Twitter. Intel and Sony will be keen to secure their place in the connected world of the living room.

Sony has improved its internet portal on their latest Bravia TVs meanwhile Intel has unveiled a new chipset designed specifically for TV applications. With Google TV you will be able to watch TV and browse the internet simultaneously.

How to Control Google TV

Google TV comes with wireless remote controls with a full Qwerty keypad. You will also be able to control your Google TV via your iPhone or Android phone instead of using the remote control.

You can use your voice to search and multiple phones can be used to control the set so there will be no fighting over the remote.

How to Get Google TV

Get a standalone Sony Internet TV or get a separate box to use with your current HDTV. The world’s first Sony HDTV powered by Google TV is set to launch in the US although not yet available in the UK.

Current Google TV sets available in the US include 46, 40, 32 and 24 inch screen sizes with Built-in WiFi and an easy to use QWERTY keypad remote control.

Sony Internet TVs

  • 46 inch – NSX-46GT1
  • 40 inch – NSX-40GT1
  • 32 inch – NSX-32GT1
  • 24 inch – NSX-24GT1

Sony Internet TV Blu-ray Disc Player

  • NSZ-GT1

Alternatively the Sony Internet TV Blu-ray disc player with built-in Google TV is available and also features Built-in WiFI and a QWERTY keypad remote.

Google TV Smart New Toolkit

TVs with internet connectivity have become a major selling point in the TV industry and demonstrate just how important the internet has become. Google and its Android-based TV toolkit will be keeping developers busy in the months ahead.

Google TV will come pre-loaded with apps like Netflix, Twitter, YouTube, Amazon Video on Demand and Pandora with plenty more to follow.

Most popular DVD Combi TVs

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Amazon DVD Combi TVs
LCD TV/DVD combi sets are a versatile option when looking to buy a space saving television. Small 15 and 19 inch TVs with a built-in DVD player make ideal kids bedroom TVs. Combi TVs are also always a best seller at Christmas and now come with added features like built-in DVD player, ipod dock and Freeview for extra subscription free TV and radio channels.

Amazon DVD Televisions

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The arrival of the flatscreen made way for bigger 22, 26 and 32 inch screens with DVDs to be used around the home. Popular brand name like Toshiba, Samsung and Sony offer stylish feature packed combo TVs with slim glossy black and white designs.

Other good value sets come from Grundig, Cello and Sanyo. You’ll also find new kitchen flip down TVs with integrated DVD playera, magnetic remote control, USB and memory card reader plus freeview. Under cabinet kitchen TVs are neat compact units on a swivel that can be opened up or flipped down when not in use.