Rear Projection Television Reviews – Which Are The Best RP HDTV Review Sites?

Louis Zhang asked:

Which are the best sites for rear projection television reviews online? You decide to buy a rear projection television otherwise known as rptv. If you are like me and I am sure many other consumers I would not have a clue as to what I should be considering in order to make a choice out of all the models out there. What does this long phrase mean anyway and what are the differences that exist among all the models out there and how do they affect what I finally watch?

Thankfully, there is the internet and all those smart technically inclined people and kind customers that write what we know as reviews. I do this all the time whenever I am stumped as to what to consider.

Here are five good sites for rear projection tv reviews:

http://www.rptvguide.com is dedicated to rptvs and will provide you with simple yet complete technical information and knowledge the lay person needs to know about rear projection televisions that has been carefully selected from the top reviews sites; that includes consumer and "techie" reviews. So the work has been done for you and you don't have to go to a dozen sites. It has a sister site http://www.flatscreenhdtvguide.com which reviews plasma and lcd HDTV sets.

Everyone knows Amazon. Amazon allows individual sellers to sell pre-owned items too. On its electronics section you can find a lot of information on rptvs among other models of televisions. You can buy new or used. More important you can rate an item easily without going through a pile of reviews by simply looking at the number of stars against it to determine its popularity, the more stars an items has the more popular it is. You can then go ahead and read on only the items that score the most stars and make your decision shorter. Each star score represents a vote by a consumer which is always accompanied by written comments on the model in question. This is a high traffic site and also handles so many models so it definitely worth a look if not for the good discounts to be discovered here. Reviews can be widely differing for the same model.

Perhaps the most authoritative electronics review site Cnet provides reviews on products from its editors who conduct laboratory tests on products. From these tests they make reviews based on what they observe. Most of the products reviewed are loaned out by their manufacturers. You will want to trust this site if you are interested in the nitty-gritty details of a model ad since everything is scientifically tested so you can trust what a manufacture says his model provides or not. Televisions are tested from the mundane like power consumption to the more complex as color coding, color temperatures, resolution and black level retention. You can read about rear projection televisions under projection televisions. The public can also add their reviews on this site. For the more technically inclined.

http://www.highdefforum.com is a good site to go to for all things high definition in television. You will find reviews from actual clients that own CRT, DLP, LCD, and LCOS; so you will be well covered as these are the main types of rear projections televisions being produced. You will be able to compare the different models according to the opinions expressed by actual owners and you can avoid those that seem to have problems more than others. You can also get information on stores, warranties, how to operate a new set and even where to find the best prices.

http://www.avsforum.com is a science forum dealing with audio and visual technology. Some of the areas that are covered include home theatre gaming, display devices, high definition televisions HDTVs, video components and digital audio and video. You will be interested in the rear projection units thread in there. The information covered here includes problems with purchased units and is really an exchange of information from the public.

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New Gadgets to Watch Out For in 2009

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One thing can be said for sure about gadget lovers, they're always looking towards what new gadgets and technologies lie ahead. They're always in search of what's newer, thinner, sleeker, faster... and more bizarre. And, now that we're about ready to bring 2008 to a close, manufacturers are beginning to unveil some of the cool gadgetry we can look forward to seeing in 2009.

T-Mobile, Motorola, Using Android OS On Mobile Phones
More advanced gadget lovers who thrive on virtual social interaction will appreciate the new Android Operating System that has been adopted by T-Mobile earlier this year. And, now it looks as though Motorola may incorporate it into their mobile phones in the upcoming year, as well.

According to an excerpt from BusinessWeek, the idea behind Motorola evolving to the new google-backed operating system, is to make their phones part of a new class of smartphones, which enable users to access social networks like Facebook and MySpace.

Napkin PC
It is said that many a great idea was born on a napkin. So Industrial Designer, Avery Holleman, developed the Napkin PC. The Napkin PC is a cool concept that uses a base station - disguised as a napkin holder - with seven different stylus pens that allows multiple users to scribble their ideas down on individual "napkins" that ultimately interface with the base station.

It's definitely an idea that has got creative types and businessmen thinking "outside the box". The concept allows users to not have to limit their creativity to in front of a PC screen. The "napkins" employ full color e-paper and multi-touch technology.

The napkins can hold the image drawn on it indefinitely, or until it's cleared off by the user. Which means you can hang it up, or share it with your coworkers at your next meeting.
The Napkin PC took first place Judge's Award and Chairman's Award in NextGen's PC Design Competition.

Nokia Aeon
The Nokia Aeon cell phone is still in the research and development phase of its life, but gadget junkies the world over are already "wowing" over the full touch screen. Nokia is keeping all other details under wraps due to competitive pressure.

B-Membrane Computer
We may not see the B-Membrane concept computer for some time, but it's certainly worth mentioning just in case. The B-Membrane computer is a unique take on a laptop/desktop computer.

Korean designer Won-Seok Lee created his B-Membrane computer to look like no other. Indeed, it is about the size of a large round platter, and boasts an omni-directional projector, rather than a monitor. A keyboard appears on the membrane of the computer's surface when needed.

When not being used as a computer, Lee's design can be used to create a relaxing ambience using a variety of light effects through its projector.

Microsoft Arc Mouse
The Microsoft Arc Mouse is a handy little device that serves as both a desktop mouse and a laptop mouse, depending upon if you have it extended to its full length or folded.
The mouse uses Microsoft's BlueTrack Laser Technology, and has a wireless range of up to 30 feet. It offers four customizable buttons, Tilt Wheel Technology, and comes in red or black.

This is a neat, money-saving concept. You can purchase this from Microsoft for $59.95.

Asus EEE Notebook With Touch Screen
The Asus EEE notebook computer is truly an awesome gadget for the college student, or business traveler who just needs to access basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint. You know, it's rather like an electronic notebook of sorts.
Its small profile is not much bigger than a regular book, and can easily slip inside your purse or briefcase. But what's really cool about this gadget, is the manufacturer offers a touch screen option with this computer. While it does come with a stylus, many users find that they're perfectly comfortable simply using their fingers to move pages and open programs.

Asus has also released a more powerful desktop version of their EEE computer with touch screen capabilities.Check out the Asus EEE PC now.

Schwinn Electric Tailwind Bicycle

In these tough economic times, when everyone is searching for cheaper ways to commute, comes the Schwinn Electric Tailwind Bicycle expected to hit the market in early 2009.While it certainly resembles a traditional bicycle, the Schwinn Electric Tailwind, dubbed e-bike, packs a lot more punch. Essentially, Schwinn joined forces with Toshiba to create a hybrid bicycle.

Schwinn uses a Toshiba Super Charge lithium-ion phosphate battery to help propel this bike down the road, giving you the option of pedaling yourself, or offering you adjustable pedal assistance if needed.Toshiba's battery charges in just 30 minutes, and can be recharged about 3000 times before it needs to be replaced. The battery slips discretely in the luggage rack, and off you go.

Visit Schwinn Tailwind to take a look at this really cool set of wheels. You'll be able to get yours for about $3,200.

Test Tube Hamburger
And, while this next item is not actually a gadget you can put your hands on, it seems that it may be something you'll be able to sink your teeth into in the upcoming year.Back in 2006, stories were circulating about test tube hamburger. Yep... scientists believed that they could make enough fake meat from one stem cell to feed a million people for one year. Their goal was to have it on people's tables by 2009.

People for The Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and fellow vegetarians, of course, are thrilled with the prospect of the lives of thousands of cows being spared by this in vitro beef. In fact, PETA is said to have offered a $1 million reward to the first scientist to produce and market in vitro meat.

While it may sound questionable to some, the in vitro beef expected in 2009 is said to look, smell, and taste just like the real thing. Real, on the hoof, beefeaters may be skeptical, but meat created like this might give vegetarians a reason to say "where's the beef?"

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