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July 2009
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The editors liked
Impressive dynamic contrast
Smooth motion
Networking
Impeccable ergonomics
Immersive Bluray images
Especially where motion is concerned
Quite reasonable sound
Excellent contrast
Good ergonomics overall (menus
Onscreen manual
Remote…)
Variety of settings
Effective 100 Hz Motionflow
Stunning pictures
Great features and competitive price
LCD tellies have a shelf life comparable to accident-prone mayflies
So it’s a joy to find a futureproof-ish
Full HD flat screen that concentrates on picture
Sound and build quality at the expense of high-tech gimmicks. Having said that
This Brav...
Clarity of HD
Sound
Four HDMI inputs
Excellent picture quality
Good connectivity and multimedia functionality
Decent audio
Good value
Full feature-set. Punchy whites. Natural colour palette. Excellent depth and detail
The editors didn't like
Styling isnt particularly great
AppliCast feature desperately needs real content
Noticeably uneven backlighting
Even when showing images
Soso TV tuners
Reduced angle of vision (the blacks get lighter)
No 200 Hz Motionflow
AppliCast web apps are average at best
No
Colours aren’t as rich nor blacks as solid as those on the LED-powered 46X4500
But that particular vixen costs twice as much as this foxy lady. Don’t expect too much from AppliCast web apps either – the cheesy calculator
Besides offering media streaming (DLNA) and internet connectivity (Applicast), the Sony KDL40W5500 LCD television successfully addresses the few gripes we had with its predecessor the W4500 series:White balance and gamma controls have been reinstated t...
Abstract: Add one of Sony's more successful sound performances to its frequently dazzling pictures, and you've got an excellent all-round TV that just shows what the brand is capable of when it's not being undermined by that recurring backlight consistency flaw.
LCD tellies have a shelf life comparable to accident-prone mayflies, so it’s a joy to find a futureproof-ish, Full HD flat screen that concentrates on picture, sound and build quality at the expense of high-tech gimmicks. Having said that, this Brav...
No, colours aren’t as rich nor blacks as solid as those on the LED-powered 46X4500, but that particular vixen costs twice as much as this foxy lady. Don’t expect too much from AppliCast web apps either – the cheesy calculator, clock and...
Sony’s tellies are marching proudly towards a new golden age, matching superb visuals with surprisingly affordable price-tags. Hardly budget priced but a bargain nonetheless.Best offers for the Sony Bravia KDL-46W5500Direct TVs £999.97 Amazon U...
If you’re looking for a mid-size LCD television, the Sony Bravia KDL32W5500 is king of the bunch. It comes with a higher price tag than we would have liked, but if you want the pedigree you’ll have to pay for it. Campbell Simpson Lowest online...
Excellent picture quality; good connectivity and multimedia functionality; decent audio; good value
Online features are flimsy; not particularly pretty
For those who can't afford one of Sony's exceptional X4500 LED-backlit TVs, the fantastic functionality and performance of the surprisingly affordable Bravia KDL-46W5500 should do the trick. It's just a shame that Sony's online system isn't as good as...
Abstract: After repeated generations of TV misfires, Sony has really got its act together for its 2009 Bravia LCD range. We've already been deeply impressed by multiple sets from this range. And I might as well say right away that this run of form continues - maybe...
Freeview pictures, limited value of AppliCast, USB lacks wide file support
If a diet of high-def TV, gaming and Blu-ray is on the cards - and you like the idea of AppliCast - the KDL-46W5500 is definitely worth an auditionKey specsComponent, Composite, Ethernet, HDMI, USB, VGA...
