The new Sony KDL-60LX903 is the best of the new 2010 range of televisions from Sony. The 60-inch set will be accompanied by a 40-inch model in the LX range. This has the new 3D capability, 200Hz refresh (presumably without the 3D functioning) and built in Wi-Fi. The LX also comes with 2 pairs of the glasses required to see 3D TV. This makes the LX the best of the range as the “high” HX models require purchasing Wi-Fi and the glasses as add-ons above the package provided with the LX.
The new range include “Monolithic” design, meaning the glass on the front extends right to the edge of the set. Note however, this does not mean the picture does, rather that the glass goes over the border rather than having the usual bezel. The 60LX903 as opposed to the 60LX900 indicates that the set s for the UK market and comes with Freeview HD tuner built in. Apparently Sony aren’t jumping on the Freesat bandwagon with these televisions.
If you want to see on in action Heathrow Terminal 5 has one (straight from CES, Las Vegas apparently) on display showing a loop of footage from a specially modified PlayStation 3 hard drive. A firmware upgrade for the PS3 to add 3D support for new games is rumoured for May 2010 and Sony are hoping to have some of the World Cup matches in 3D to help sell the the televisions. It is not apparent whether the Sony 3D is the same / compatible with the offering announced by Sky that is due to appear this summer also. Prices around £3500.
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