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The editors liked
Terrific sharpness and detail
Superb 3D
Great range of web content
Lovely styling
Attractive user interface
3D images
Dual HD tuners
Built-in Wi-Fi
Smart Hub
3D
Explore 3D app
Freeview HD
Freesat HD
Record-to-USB
Sharp HD pictures
Impressive 3D performance
Warm and natural colour tones
Good sound quality
Great Internet features
Reference greyscale performance after calibration
Reference colour accuracy after calibration
10 point white balance control
Colour Management System
Freeview HD built in
Impressive internet platform
Very well designed menu system
Superb build qual
Superb value
Gorgeous design and interface
Brilliant 2D picture quality
For all its features
The best bit about the Samsung PS64D8000 is the picture quality. The plasma screen measures in at 64 inches – big enough to fill even the largest abode – and it offers stunning colour reproduction. Blacks are among the deepest we've seen on any TV
With crisp whites and a great contrast on offer. The Samsung PS64D8000 is packed with other technology too. It features active 3
The editors didn't like
2D pictures are too warm
Contrast is lacking
Motion could be better
Smart Hub too slow
Average contrast for 2D
Loses web connection
Smart Hub can be slow
Panel lacks contrast
3D glasses not included
Black levels could be a tad deeper
3D performance isn't as good as Panasonic's plasma models
Black levels and dynamic range could be better
Some PWM noise
10 point white balance control can be problematic to use
Occasional instances of crosstalk
The input lag could be better
3D glasses might be a bit fragile
Only a basic remote is included
A little crosstalk with 3D
Colours could be better out of the box
The Samsung PS64D8000 is a great TV
But it's a shame that you only get one pair of 3D glasses. They're not cheap to buy
And if your friends and family want to join in on the 3D action
Abstract: For the past few years we've started asking ourselves "What's important in a TV?" Is it the black levels? How thin it is? Color accuracy? Media streaming? Apps? I mean, what is it that people look for in a new flat panel? And more importantly, what sho...
Abstract: Video Review: The Samsung PN59D8000 Plasma television comes backed with features in a super thin design that measures only 1.5" deep. Throw in Samsung’s Smart hub, and this TV also has access to Hulu and Netflix for endless entertainment. Kevin Pereira...
Smart TV Capability, Smooth Video Playback, Deep Black Levels, Attractive, QWERTY Keyboard Remote,
Expensive, Base is too Unstable,
Samsung's PN59D8000 Plasma Smart TV is targeted towards the consumer who who wants to use their livingroom display for than watching TV and movies. With this one purchase, you essentially get a TV and a functional Home Theater PC in one attractive pa...
Superb color accuracy, Excellent black levels and brightness, Built-in Wi-Fi, Thin and light (for a plasma), Bluetooth QWERTY remote
Some motion artifacts, Unattractive stand, No Amazon Instant Video app
Given Samsung’s strong brand and the PN51D8000’s excellent performance and slim design, we think it is entirely possible that the Samsung PN51D8000 could redefine the public’s perception of plasma TV technology....
The PN59D8000 is a 3DTV, and it supports 2Dto3D conversion, Samsung's robust Smart Hub platform is available, with a host of videoondemand, musicondemand, socialnetworking, and other services. Skype and DLNA media streaming are also supported, The PN59D8000 supports a wired or wireless network connection, The TV has plenty of connection options and picture adjustments, This plasma has a sty
The package only includes one pair of 3D glasses. Activeshutter 3D glasses are generally more expensive than passive glasses, although Samsung does offer glasses for only $30, Plasma TVs generally aren't as bright as LCDs, which is a concern with activeshutter 3D technology, This TV lacks an RS232 or IR control port.
Over the past few years, Samsung has really stepped up its game in the plasma division. While I did not review this particular TV, I recently spent some time with the step-down PN51D6500...
Apart from a somewhat dim 3D image (an issue shared by other plasma models we've tested), this Samsung is a superb HDTV. It has one of the best feature sets on the market, particularly the flexibility of its color calibration. Its Internet features (if t...
Slick design with a thin panel, Superb picture quality with excellent shadow detail, Includes 3D support, built-in Wi-Fi, and a wide selection of services and apps, Useful remote with a QWERTY keyboard and both IR and Bluetooth connectivity,
Expensive, Not energy efficient,
While it's not for the thin of wallet or flimsy of fuse box, the Samsung PN51D8000 is an excellent, full-featured 3D plasma HDTV that delivers plenty of bang for its significant buck. ...
The PQ on the PN51D8000, Samsung's top-of-the-line plasma, is reference quality. Add in the burgeoning Smart TV package of content providers and apps and this D8000 series earns our Highly Recommended rating....
With a brushed metal design and an innovative, double-sided QWERTY keyboard, Samsung spared no detail in designing this 60-inch 1080p, plasma TV for 2011. For some reason, Samsung calls it a 59-inch screen “+1,” apparently to emphasize that its bezel i...
