North Andover bank heist suspect arrested in Boston Nov 7, 2009
One day earlier, at 2:45 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 26, police say DiDonato s image was captured on a camera at the CVS, where he left the store with two $150 Craig 15 LCD TVs in boxes, also running up the street by St. Michael s.. Gallagher says he expects DiDonato will be held without bail at the Essex County House of Correction in Middleton while awaiting trial. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Sony, Samsung Results Suggest Tech Turnaround Nov 3, 2009
"LCD TVs have done well this year and its performance in 2010 won't stand out so much." ... "The initial impression is good. The results were lifted by an improvement in LCD TVs. Strong improvements were also seen in the financial business, especially Sony Life," said Kazutaka Oshima, chief executive at Rakuten Investment Management. (SmallBusinessComputing)
LCD, ACs: Priests perk up for weddings Nov 2, 2009
LCD TVs, ACs: Priests perk up for weddings- ET Cetera-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times ... LCD TVs, ACs: Priests perk up for weddings2 Nov 2009, 1202 hrs IST, TNN. (India Times)
Suspect in bank robbery caught on camera Oct 31, 2009
The suspect walked in the front door of CVS, grabbed two Craig 15-inch LCD TVs in boxes off a shelf, and walked back out. The value of the TVs is $150 each. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Husband of R.I. rep charged with credit card crimes Oct 31, 2009
He allegedly picked up LCD TVs, digital cameras and other electronics. Police said other stops during the two-day spree included Salem and Londonderry, N.H., and Seekonk, North Dartmouth, Taunton and Mansfield. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Sony Posts Loss for 4th Straight Quarter Oct 30, 2009
Sony, which vies with Samsung Electronics Co in LCD TVs and Canon Inc in digital cameras, swung to an operating loss of 32. 6 billion yen ($357. (ABC News -- Wire)
Letters to the editor Oct 29, 2009
A rare cross section of stakeholders including all the leading environmental groups, the state's electric utilities, TV component suppliers, and Vizio, the No. 1 maker of LCD TVs, have all publicly expressed their support. The proposed standards will ensure that every TV sold in California is an efficient one, and we completely agree with your recommendation for the Energy Commission to promptly adopt these requirements. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
* Winbond posts smallest quarterly loss in nine months Oct 28, 2009
Winbond is diversifying away from the volatile computer chip business and focusing on supplying memory chips and flash memory chips for mobile phones, LCD TVs, networking and other consumer electronics. Last quarter, computer memory chips made up a smaller share, or 30 percent of Winbonds total revenues of NT$5. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
LG 42LH50 42-Inch HDTV Oct 23, 2009
These handsome 42-inch LCD TVs look alike, too, both sporting transparent edges that provide a chic accent to the usual shiny black bezel, broken up by an unusual dip in the lower-right edge where the power-on light glows blue or red ... These handsome 42-inch LCD TVs look alike, too, both sporting transparent edges. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
LED summits: Backlighting market to double, illumination designs challenged Oct 22, 2009
During a Backlighting Summit, keynote speaker Bruce Berkoff, chairman of the LCD TV Association, claimed that analysts are significantly underestimating the demand both for LCD TVs in general and specifically for LED-based, edge-lit, LCD TVs. Berkoff quipped, "In the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China) and Vista (Vietnam, Indonesia, South Africa, Turkey and Argentina) countries, people will buy LCD TVs before they buy indoor plumbing." ... Berkoff chastised Samsung for using the LED TV... (EETimes)
Yao Restaurant closes unexpectedly Oct 22, 2009
"We were surprised to find that the most valuable equipment in the dining hall, such as the LCD TVs and computers, had disappeared," he said. "None of us were told the restaurant would close.". (Xinhuanet, China)
* Samsung to build US$2.2bn LCD plant in Suzhou Oct 17, 2009
The number of LCD TVs sold in China will likely jump 87 percent to 25 million sets this year and increase by a further 32 percent next year, Austin, Texas-based researcher DisplaySearch said. Samsung joins LG Display Co, the worlds second-biggest maker of LCDs, in announcing plans to build LCD plants in China, the worlds fastest--growing major economy. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
LG posts strong Q3, but LCD slowdown seen Oct 16, 2009
Therefore, a large majority of the increased shipment forecast for LCD TVs in 2009 is in smaller sizes, below 40-inch. As a result, the average LCD TV screen size will be nearly unchanged in 2009 compared with 2008, after 4 percent growth last year. (EETimes)
* BenQ expects LCD TV sales to jump tenfold Oct 15, 2009
LEAPS AND BOUNDS: The company said that it is just starting in the Chinese market, but expects sales of LCD TVs there to jump to 300,000 from 30,000 in 2008 By chinmei sung BLOOMBERG Thursday, Oct 15, 2009, Page 12 ... The company is expected to sell 100,000 LCD TVs this year, he said ... The number of LCD TVs sold in China may jump 87 percent to 25 million this year and will probably increase 32 percent next year, DisplaySearch said last month. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* LG Display says Chinese TV demand key for LCD industry Oct 14, 2009
The number of LCD TVs sold in China will likely jump 87 percent to 25 million this year and increase 32 percent next year, DisplaySearch said. Prices of 37-inch LCD TV panels rose 4 percent as of the second half of last month, compared with three months earlier, estimates at Taipei-based researcher WitsView Technology Corp showed. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
The great TV sale propaganda Oct 11, 2009
But strangely, a majority of prospective consumers believes that they are based on some sort of new technology, whereas, they're just LCD TVs with LEDs as the backlight source ... Sharp also does not sell its latest range of Aquos LCD TVs in India. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
* Amtran board OKs buying stake in Japans Byd:Sign Oct 7, 2009
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Cell Regza Outmuscles Intel's Atom CE4100 Oct 6, 2009
The TVs will sell for around ¥1 million (US$11,175) -- nearly double the cost of other 55-inch LCD TVs sold in Japan. Atom-based set-top boxes will sell for far less than Cell Regza, even if they don't come close to matching its multimedia capabilities. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Have your HDTV and be green, too Oct 6, 2009
LED back-lit LCD TVs, where LEDs replace fluorescent tubes to light the screen, use the least amount of power, as much as 50 percent less than a standard LCD HDTV.. Familiar logoIt seems the Energy Star logo on HDTV sets is becoming more familiar to consumers. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Samsung Third-Quarter Earnings More Than Double, Exceed Analyst Estimates Oct 6, 2009
Worldwide revenue from LCD TVs will drop 3 percent this year, less than its earlier projection for a 6 percent decline, according to DisplaySearch. To contact the reporters on this story: in Seoul at. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Sony Ind eyes 25% growth on Diwali Sep 26, 2009
Sony is banking on Bravia LCD TVs, cyber-shot cameras and home theater systems to drive the sales, he said. Aligned to its regional marketing strategy, Sony has unveiled newer models across the product series of its Bravia LCD range, especially for Diwali. (India Times)
3-D HDTV is starting to focus Sep 25, 2009
"In order to see stereoscopic 3-D you need to send a right-eye view to the right eye and a left-eye view to the left eye," said Robert Boudreau, technology development manager for display commercial technology at Corning, a supplier of glass for LCD TVs ... The DDD Group of California developed the TriDef conversion processor chip to convert 2-D video and games into 3-D for Hyundais 3-D LCD TVs ... Theres no contest, said Chris Yewdall, head of the DDD Group, when "comparing the latest... (MSNBC -- Technology)
Travel QA: Finding deals from Phoenix Sep 19, 2009
It sleeps 12-18, has a pool, hot tub, fantastic views of the harbor, billiards, darts, fitness room, Wi-Fi, flat-screen LCD TVs, golf cart and kayaks. It's also a two-minute walk from Honeymoon Beach, where Fodor's says Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett filmed a scene for "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.". (AZCentral -- Travel)
ARM Flexes Its Muscles, Sizes Up Intel Sep 18, 2009
With these chips, ARM wants to pursue various embedded markets, like LCD TVs, settop boxes and handheld devices. It also sees the new processors further opening up the markets for netbooks and smartbooks, an emerging category of device with the guts of a smartphone but the larger screen and keyboard of a netbook. (SmallBusinessComputing)
* Taiwanese firms showcase products in India Sep 12, 2009
A. Stephenraj, business development manager of Pee Pee Appliance Private Ltd, said his company is searching for advanced consumer electronic products such as LCD TVs or handsets to cater to local customers. If Taiwan-made products meet requirements, pricing could be less of a concern, he added. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Shin-Etsu Chemical Develops Silicone Reflector Material for High-brightness LEDs Sep 12, 2009
These new materials will be used to improve the performance of high-brightness LEDs that are used for lighting products and for backlighting units in LCD TVs ... As electronics devices contributing to lighten environmental burden of the globe, the LEDs' market is rapidly expanding in such applications as display devices for traffic lights, backlighting for LCD TVs, automotive head lights and interior room lighting. (JCN Network, Japan)
LG Electronics Breaks Barriers in Home Entertainment With Seamless Panel LCD HDTVs, LED by Stunning New LED Models Sep 10, 2009
Unlike conventional LCD TVs, where the panel is recessed slightly within a thick plastic frame, LG's new series of LCD HDTVs use a single-layer design and narrow bezel to create these stunning sets, designed to maximize the viewing experience as well as enhancing the home interior. LG uses a special film lamination technology for better color tuning, gradation and reduction of glare - all in a sleek, minimalist package. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Samsung's market share rises in China's display, TV sectors Sep 10, 2009
SEOUL, Sept. 10 (Xinhua) -- Samsung Electronics Co., South Korea's largest electronics, has been expanding its shares in China's display and TV market, market reports said Thursday. According to the global market researcher, GfK, Samsung's liquid crystal display (LCD) TVs took up 11 percent of the Chinese market in July, increasing 3. (Xinhuanet, China)
Samsung Scores with Newest TV Tech Sep 9, 2009
Its global shipments of LCD TVs totaled 5 ... The company saw the answer in LED-lit LCD TVs ... That's because by replacing traditional fluorescent lamps with LEDs to illuminate the screens of LCD TVs, manufacturers could deliver brighter and sharper picture quality, save power by more than 40%, and reduce the thickness of the screen by a third to make it easier for consumers to hang them on the wall. (BusinessWeek)
Sony Projects 50% Increase in Japan's Year-End LCD TV Sales From 2008 Sep 9, 2009
A government incentive program for energy-efficient electronics will continue to boost shipments of LCD TVs in Japan, Nobuki Kurita, president of Sonys marketing unit in Japan, said in an interview today. Sony said today it will promote sales of LCD TVs with back lights using light-emitting diodes to bolster its sales in Japan ... The Tokyo-based companys forecast is for sales of its LCD TVs worldwide to fall to 15 million sets this fiscal year from 15. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
AU Optronics Corp. Reports August 2009 Consolidated Revenue Sep 8, 2009
Large-sized panel(a) shipments for August 2009, with applications on desktop monitors, notebook PCs, LCD TVs and other applications, broke the nine-million mark and set a new record of 9. 07 million units, up 9. (PR Newswire)
* S Korean giants push rival TVs Sep 7, 2009
The LG official said the real post-LCD TVs should use AM OLEDs for the display panel. This, he said, does not need a backlit unit and thus requires less power. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
LG Predicts Near 50 Percent Jump in 2010 LCD TV Sales Sep 6, 2009
5 million LCD TVs in 2008. "The flat-screen TV market will continue to grow in the second half although it will probably see the growth rate slowing" from the first half, Kang told a news conference. (ABC News -- Business)
LG Electronics Aims to Increase Its LCD Television Shipments 47% in 2010 Sep 6, 2009
LG expects to sell 25 million LCD TVs in 2010, compared with about 17 million sets this year, , head of LGs home-entertainment division, said in Seoul before the in Berlin ... LG reiterated its plans to sell about 400,000 LCD TVs using light-emitting diodes, or LEDs, as screen backlights instead of conventional fluorescent lights this year. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Nifty and stylish is aim at Berlin gizmo fair Sep 5, 2009
Meanwhile Japanese competitor JVC presented its seven millimeter LCD TVs, that unlike clunkier predecessors can be assembled as part of wall units. French electronics company Thomson aims to simplify control over ever-increasing gadgets by producing a universal remote that steers up to 10 different appliances. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Evansdale benefit to help vets home from war Sep 5, 2009
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Samsung maintains LCD-TV lead, says iSuppli Sep 4, 2009
Worldwide shipments of LCD TVs with LED backlights rose to 604,000 units in the second quarter, up 75 percent from 345,000 in the first, iSuppli said. Shipments of such sets are expected to rise by 170 percent in the third quarter and by another 20 percent in the fourth quarter, the firm said. (EETimes)
Sony to Realign its Americas LCD Manufacturing Operations; Forms Strategic Alliance with Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision Industry Sep 3, 2009
Tokyo, Sept 1, 2009 - (ACN Newswire) - Sony Corporation ("Sony") announced that it has agreed to form a strategic alliance with Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. Ltd. ("Hon Hai") for the production of LCD TVs for the Americas region. Based on this agreement, the Sony Group will sell to Hon Hai Group 90% of its shares in Sony Baja California and certain manufacturing assets related to Sony Baja California's Tijuana site in Mexico ("Tijuana site"), which mainly manufactures LCD TVs for the... (JCN Network, Japan)
Courts: Electronics the way forward Sep 3, 2009
We are the only one in the market that can offer LCD TVs at RM9. 99 per week under a term purchase package, he said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Gartner Sees Chips Faring Better Than Expected Aug 28, 2009
Thanks to China coming out with a stimulus package that's put money in the hands of consumers, sales of PCs, mobile phones and LCD TVs have driven increasing demand for semiconductors, Gartner said. This caused the analyst firm to revise its estimates for 2009 semiconductor revenues upward, to $212 billion -- a 17. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Is plasma dead? Aug 27, 2009
I consider a 42" Plasma a few years ago and that was the size that was the tipping point between LCD and Plasma. LCD was superior for below 42" and Plasma was superior for over 42". But that is no longer the case with 50"+ LCD TVs now available. Of course, I haven't forgotten rear projection, but who would seriously consider that technology now. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
* Amtran Technology sees 50% growth for next year Aug 27, 2009
Shipments of LCD TVs are expected to reach 6 million units next year from a projected 4 ... Amtran shipped 950,893 LCD TVs in the April to June period, bringing the total LCD TV shipments to 1. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
LG Display Plans to Build Biggest LCD Factory in China as Demand Surges Aug 25, 2009
Japans largest maker of LCD TVs, said in June its in talks with a partner in China to start producing LCDs in the country ... The number of LCD TVs sold in China will likely jump 76 percent to 23. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Microsemi Announces Settlement of DOJ Suit Aug 21, 2009
The principal markets the company serves include implanted medical, defense/aerospace and satellite, notebook computers, monitors and LCD TVs, automotive and mobile connectivity applications. More information may be obtained by contacting the company directly or by visiting its website at. (Primezone Releases)
Japan-China Trade Slips in the First Half of 2009 Aug 20, 2009
In addition, imports of LCD TVs and some home appliances rose on the back of the Japanese government's introduction of an "eco-points" system, a promotion measure aimed at encouraging consumers to buy environmentally-friendly versions of such products. Outlook for 2009. (JCN Network, Japan)
GC 2009: Gaming in Stereoscopic 3... Aug 19, 2009
In terms of what kind of TV you should watch 3D programming on, it's possible to use DLP and LCD TVs, but there are pluses and minuses with both, so there's no easy answer to what's best. There's also the issue of consoles only having 1 HDMI port, where for some 3D experiences it helps to have two inputs. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Malacca-based firm to invest US$400mil in China Aug 18, 2009
We will try to get this done by end of the year, he said, adding that the Wanzhou factory would mainly focus on electrical and electronics home appliances such as coffee makers, blenders, LCD TVs, vacuum cleaners and hair dryers. The China plant will cater to both local demand and exports. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Quirky New York City hotels, from $99/night Aug 12, 2009
Rates for these 50-square-foot berths start at only $99/night, with amenities that include 23-inch LCD TVs, DVD players, free Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations ... Discounted summer rates start at just $135/night, a price that includes free high-speed wireless Internet and local calls, and wide-screen flat-panel LCD TVs ... Inside, youll find 145 spacious and sunlit guestrooms with twice-daily housekeeping, 400-count Italian Anichini sheets, and high-def flat panel LCD TVs. (MSNBC -- Travel)
GfK Asia Reports: Smartphones a recession beater in Asia Aug 7, 2009
" Other segments that performed well in their markets include Mobile computers (portable PC), which recorded double-digit unit growth in Hong Kong, Korea, Singapore and Vietnam. Mobile computers posted the highest unit growth among IT sales in Hong Kong. Vietnam retailers also saw mobile computer sales increase by more than 50% in the same period. The growth of the retail technology sector in Singapore in the first half of June 2009 was discouraging. However, not all sectors of the technology... (PR Newswire)
* Surge expected in LED demand Aug 3, 2009
The penetration rate of LED backlights in LCD TVs is expected to grow to 40 percent in 2013 from 3 percent this year, with TV makers including market leader Samsung Electronics Co planning to launch more LED TVs next year, market researcher DisplaySearch said ... Backlight units for LCD TVs are expected to be the next growth opportunity for the LED industry, DisplaySearch said in the report, adding that leading brands such as Samsung, LG, Sharp and Philips all expected to mass produce LED... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
LG Introduces Ultra-Slim LCD TVs Aug 1, 2009
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Sony aims to break even Jul 31, 2009
Sony has fallen behind Apple Incs iPod in portable music, Nintendo Co in videogames, and is struggling to compete with Samsung Electronics Co Ltd in LCD TVs ... A customer looks at Sony Corps Bravia LCD TVs at an electronics store in Tokyo. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
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Sony, Sharp Post Losses, Nintendo Loses Steam Jul 31, 2009
Sony, which vies with Panasonic Corp for the position as the world's largest consumer electronics maker, is struggling to keep up with Samsung in LCD TVs and has been outmatched by Nintendo in video games ... The maker of Bravia LCD TVs and Cyber-shot digital cameras is restructuring its empire, which includes a movie studio and an insurance arm. (ABC News -- Business)
Sony aims to break even this year Jul 30, 2009
Sony has fallen behind Apple's iPod in portable music, Nintendo in videogames, and is struggling to compete with Samsung in LCD TVs. But the company, which vies with Panasonic for the position of the world's largest consumer electronics maker, said that losses on flat TVs had narrowed in the latest quarter, bringing the business close to the break even level. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Sony Posts Loss but Says Profit in Sight Jul 30, 2009
Sony has fallen behind Apple Inc's iPod in portable music, Nintendo Co in videogames, and is struggling to compete with Samsung Electronics Co Ltd in LCD TVs. But the company, which vies with Panasonic Corp for the position of the world's largest consumer electronics maker, said that losses on flat TVs had narrowed in the latest quarter, bringing the business close to the break even level. (ABC News -- Wire)
Sony reports quarterly loss, expects more red ink Jul 30, 2009
Sony, which has fallen behind in LCD TVs, doesn't make its own LCD panels and now has a joint venture with Samsung Electronics Co. of South Korea. Sony said it will make an initial investment of 10 billion yen into the new venture with Sharp in Sakai city, central Japan, which will produce 72,000 panels a month. (India Times)
Going net zero for effect; special home will produce as much energy as it uses Jul 29, 2009
Yannell, as you might expect, has two energy-saving LCD TVs. "They have kill switches, so they draw no power in the off mode," he said. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Corning says demand disappoints as profit slumps 81% Jul 28, 2009
Retail demand for LCD TVs will probably grow at ``double-digit'' rates in the second half, the company said. Prices and gross margin, or what's left of sales after production costs, will be little changed from last quarter, Corning said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The Kahala Hotel & Resort Completes $52 Million Renovation Jul 28, 2009
Technology: wireless Internet access, Sony 40-inch flat screen LCD TVs, Sony alarm clock radio with iPod hook up and cordless phones. (Suites also include a Sony home theatre system and deluxe espresso machine. (PR Newswire)
Samsung Earnings Soar Thanks to TVs Jul 25, 2009
Even as consumers worried about rising unemployment are cutting back on spending, Samsung this year introduced a new line of large-screen LCD TVs sporting LEDs that cost some $600 more than traditional flat-screen sets ... The high-end focus and aggressive marketing paid off, enabling Samsung to increase the amount of profit it makes per TV. Since its mid-March launch of LED-lit LCD TVs, it has sold more than half a million sets. (BusinessWeek)
* LG breaks streak with record profit Jul 23, 2009
Looking ahead, the company said that for the third quarter it expects sales to grow 10 percent year-on-year amid expanding demand for LCD TVs and mobile phones. Despite the stellar results, shares in LG Electronics fell 1. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
LG Electronics Posts Record Quarterly Profit on Sales of LCD Televisions Jul 22, 2009
LG will continue to gain market share in LCD TVs in the second half, , an analyst at Citigroup Inc., wrote in a report in June. Tokyo- based Sony reports earnings on July 30. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
LG Elec Q2 Profit Surges on Handsets, TVs Jul 22, 2009
"LG Electronics expects sales to grow over 10 percent year-on-year (in the third quarter) as demand for LCD TVs and mobile phones continues to expand, with profitability comparable to last year's level," LG said in a statement on Wednesday. LG shares fell 1. (ABC News -- Wire)
TI Profit, Outlook Beats; Cautious on Economy Jul 21, 2009
March said he saw growth in Asian markets, but the United Europe remained "soft to down." He was referring to analog chip sales and some strength in demand for notebook personal computers, hard-disk drives, smartphones, LCD TVs and video games. Shares of TI, which had risen 13 percent in the week since Intel Corp's results beat Wall Street expectations, fell 1 percent in extended trading on Monday. (ABC News -- Wire)
