UCLA Hosts California Saturday At Rose Bowl Oct 13, 2009
Fans also take pictures with the Heisman Trophy, win prizes and watch games on huge plasma TVs and get a look at the new Nissan Maxima. Fans can also pick up a complimentary collector's edition of Sports Illustrated. (Uclabruins.com)
The great TV sale propaganda Oct 11, 2009
Hitesh Raj Bhagat10 October 2009, 04:24pm IST. If you were a seller, how far would you go to sell your product. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
* Christmas orders bring labor shortages in Chinas export hubs Oct 4, 2009
Now, with factories in Chinas Pearl River Delta ratcheting up production to meet Christmas orders for everything from Barbie dolls to iPhones, Plasma TVs and designer jeans, workers are in high demand in a region that produces about one third of Chinas total exports. Yet finding those workers is another thing entirely as many of the millions of migrant workers who returned home have stayed there, unwilling to make a rash return to the fickle job market in Chinas world factory, as the... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
One for the environment Sep 22, 2009
We know some of you rich college kids prefer to have your own 40-inch plasma TVs in your hostel rooms, but unless you're planning to turn your room into a public theatre, that's a right waste of electricity there. Why not warm up the couch together with your housemates, and watch something together on a shared TV in the hall. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
St. Louis tops in chess Sep 20, 2009
The two-story club with 6,000 square feet of space is decked out with nearly a dozen wall-mounted plasma TVs, thick wooden tables and plush upholstery, thanks to design work by downtown architectural firm. The renovation of the club cost $1 million. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
The Most Expensive Hotel Rooms in Las Vegas Sep 16, 2009
If you're not having a meeting, it's still a luxurious place to stay, with plasma TVs, a hot tub and elegant furnishings. . (Fox News)
Mothballed plants no easy sell for brokers Sep 10, 2009
When plasma TVs became the rage and foreign competition surged, the company suffered and eventually folded. At one point, 3,400 people worked at the factory. (Columbus Business First, OH)
LG Predicts Near 50 Percent Jump in 2010 LCD TV Sales Sep 6, 2009
Kang also said LG expected to sell 4 million plasma TVs in 2010, up from 3 million in expected 2009 sales and 2. 2 million sold in 2008. (ABC News -- Business)
LG Electronics Aims to Increase Its LCD Television Shipments 47% in 2010 Sep 6, 2009
Shipments of LGs plasma TVs will probably rise 33 percent to 4 million, Kang said. LG follows industry leader in aiming to exceed the industrys shipment growth in 2010. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Scorpion Bay Marina nearly done Aug 30, 2009
Dillon's will feature all of its menu items and will have an outside bar with plasma TVs and seating. The convenience store will offer snacks, beverages and boating and fishing equipment. (AZCentral -- News)
Alumni Field Set For Final Act As #2 Irish Entertain Loyola-Ch... Aug 28, 2009
The stadium also offers upgraded and expanded restroom and concession areas, elevator access to the main concourse level, as well as numerous amenities for both Fighting Irish soccer programs (expansive locker rooms with custom-made wood lockers, spacious team lounges with flat-screen plasma TVs and high-speed Internet access, and a fully-equipped athletic training center). What's more, Alumni Stadium features an LED scoreboard (installed by industry leader Daktronics), enhanced lighting... (Und.com)
Laid off? No income? How about a spanking-new car? Aug 27, 2009
Cogito wrote on Aug 19, 2009 8:17 AM:" Stella, back during the "boom times", people were refinancing their homes to buy cars.......and Harleys, and boats, and motorhomes, and plasma TVs for the bathroom, and cruises, and European vacations, .....etc. Gimme, gimme, gimme! ". stella wrote on Aug 19, 2009 7:51 AM:" The consumer credit market has tightened up requirements considerably - I bet they'll have a lower default rate than back during the boom times. ". (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
iLuv USB Port Power Adapters Aug 25, 2009
They feel the urge to pick up each and every exciting new gizmo that gets releases, from the 3G S to the latest to some iPod dock or another to plasma TVs or weird speakers, there is never too much of a good thing. If you fit into this unique and growing group, then you need to be using one of iLuv s latest chargers to power your USB-based products. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Ye olde fixer upper gets a second life Aug 25, 2009
It might suit a couple who would rather have a place where they can garden, rather than a house with five plasma TVs,'' he said. Join the conversation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
More articles by CBD Aug 25, 2009
Michael Evans wonders about the point of buying plasma TVs and iPods. Thursday November 20, 2008. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Can You Trash All of Your Old Papers? Aug 20, 2009
Think jewelry, furniture, art, home improvements, and plasma TVs. Should flood, hungry termites, or fire sweep through, these will help you prove to the insurance company how cool your stuff was. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Fake plasma TVs just latest in con artist ploy Aug 14, 2009
Friday, August 14, 2009. "Rocks in a box" used to mean exactly that - rocks or bricks used to weigh down a new appliance box, and sold to anyone gullible enough to buy them. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
The fraud capital of the UK Aug 12, 2009
Another resident at a development further up the Thames said the concierge office for his apartment block looked like an Aladdin's cave of electrical goods such as mobile phones, plasma TVs and cameras. A local postman said he could recall having to deliver seven or eight mobile phones to the same address in the same week. (BBC News -- UK)
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)
Weak sales lead to Panasonic loss Aug 4, 2009
Panasonic is the world's largest maker of plasma TVs. Low demand for electronic goods such as digital cameras and televisions during the recession has been blamed for another sharp loss at Panasonic. (BBC News -- Business)
Oh baby, the budget's blown Aug 2, 2009
"I am glad that we are able to prove that mums are not having babies in order to get the bonus to have plasma TVs," Ms Lee said. "It just goes to show that the baby bonus is helping parents exist in these tough economic times.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Pillarboxed Broadcasts: Should I Worry About Burn-In? Jul 31, 2009
Historically speaking, plasma TVs have suffered from burn-in issues, but engineers have improved the technology ... Most plasma TVs have a grey bar option that also reduces the likelihood of burn-in, and you should use this when watching standard definition stations. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Going net zero for effect; special home will produce as much energy as it uses Jul 29, 2009
Forget it if you're going to flood your trees in outdoor lights or stick energy-sucking plasma TVs on walls. Yannell, as you might expect, has two energy-saving LCD TVs. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
GreenSmith seeks to answer powerful call for better battery Jul 20, 2009
It could reduce the need for utilities to build power plants and transmission lines just to feed a handful of hours of higher-than-anticipated demand on summer evenings when air conditioners compete with plasma TVs and microwaves. Stored energy is also a more affordable alternative to the sky-high market prices of electricity used during peak demand, prices that could jump even higher with new carbon taxes under consideration in Congress. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Blog: Sotomayor Confirmation, Day 3 Jul 16, 2009
I count 150 operating computers, scores of high-energy TV lights, dozens of microphones, four HUGE plasma TVs and who knows what else. Senator Klobuchar is wrapping up her questioning now. (KIRO TV, WA)
How does a plasma TV screen work? Jul 13, 2009
Plasma TVs also have color-emitting dots - often the same kind used in a conventional TV. But the dots are triggered in a different way. Behind each dot is a cell filled with a gas. (Boston Globe)
TakeLessons Brings the Gift of Music Lessons to Costco Members Jul 8, 2009
Costcos great value membership program keeps retail costs down and attracts upscale shoppers by providing deals on luxury items like plasma TVs and jewelry. TakeLessons Certified Instructors offer lessons in more than 2,800 cities nationwide. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Missing In Action Jul 7, 2009
In Scotland, teams travel to road matches by bus -- a luxury coach with plasma TVs, it must be said -- and such was the mode of transportation that took Glasgow Rangers home on May 24 after a 3-0 thumping of Dundee United at Tannadice Park to clinch its first league title in four years. One of the goals came from a free kick won by Edu when he was fouled just outside the penalty area. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Top spot: What's the world's best hotel? Jul 4, 2009
" When the editors of Forbes Traveler asked the world's top travellers to name the 400 best hotels on the planet, it was no surprise to find a Lake Como property atop the list. For hundreds of years, this elite getaway 30 miles north of Milan has attracted discerning travelers with picturesque views and a Mediterranean-like climate. One of the lake's town names has even become a synonym for luxury itself: Bellagio. Since opening to the public in 1873, Villa d'Este, on the lake's southwestern leg... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Two announce intentions to seek IID board seat Jun 25, 2009
ARMLESSALICE wrote on Jun 24, 2009 8:46 AM:" isnt david ouzan a crook? Didn't he a his little friend take the city's credit card and buy plasma tvs and a harlot down on Adams Ave? ". ricocafe99 wrote on Jun 24, 2009 8:45 AM:" Mike: I agree, I doubt that he re-visits these blogs to check responses to his blatantly racist remarks. For myself, I cannot stand racial prejudice of any kind and I just can't let it go when I see it...that's my cross to bear. ". (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Coins for for an Irish lament Jun 25, 2009
Turns out Harvey Norman's Irish arm has received an 8 million ($14 million) cash injection as it struggles to cope with the downturn in demand for plasma TVs, reports from leprechaun land suggest. And disclosure requirements in Ireland have revealed a Harvey Norman-linked company, Yoogalu, stumped up the cash in April to support the Irish business. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Is this the worlds best hotel? Jun 23, 2009
At the top end, the Cardinal Suite features a private lakeside terrace, spacious bedroom and separate living areaand two plasma TVs. The two Presidential Suites are slightly smaller, but also feature separate living and sleeping areas, and substantial lake-view terraces. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Sugar Loaf Ford to expand showroom, upgrade lot Jun 22, 2009
The expansion includes a newly paved lot and a state-of-the-art showroom with plasma TVs and cameras that allow the dealership to better track customer traffic on the lot. The dealership is also installing a wireless network so employees can work from laptops. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Everybody into the pool Jun 22, 2009
The BOKX Pool is equipped with an outdoor bar, private cabanas, plasma TVs, cocktails, light fare, and special events. At Monday s Spice BOKX, you can take a free Latin-dance lesson from 7 to 8 p.m. and practice your steps until 11 p.m., weather permitting. (Boston Globe)
Parc 55 shows off its makeover Jun 19, 2009
Plasma TVs and pressurized commodes included. "Yes, it's tough out there, so you have to be on your game," said general manager Rob Gauthier. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Tauck Christens MS Swiss Jewel In Germany Jun 19, 2009
Each of the Jewel's suites, junior suites and cabins feature plasma TVs, mini-bars, terry cloth robes, radios, safes, individual air conditioning and L'Occitane toiletries. The Jewel also provides guests with a second onboard dining option, the Lido bar, where bistro-style food is offered as a more casual alternative to the ship's main dining room. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Same-sex partners of federal workers receive some benefits -- but not health care... Jun 18, 2009
Federal Eye - Obama Extends Benefits To Same-Sex Partners. Obama Extends Benefits To Same-Sex Partners. (The Drudge Report)
4th Sporting News Grill Opens: A Unique Denver Area Sports Bar and Restaurant May 31, 2009
Quickly becoming the newest 'hot spot' in Southwest Denver, this sports bar features 16 big screen plasma TVs and outdoor patio seating. Sports, drinks, food and fans make Sporting News Grill Lakewood the perfect place to catch the 'big game. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Role of advertisemnets in wooing the electorate May 28, 2009
The war room was the nerve centre of the Congress campaign that resembled a military command centre from inside plasma TVs, state of the art equipment complete with a media cell to track each and every bit of news on the election. From the war room, Congress heavyweights Jairam Ramesh and company ran an extremely r e g i m e n t e d operation controlling the proceedings with an iron hand. (India Times)
Not all warranties equal May 26, 2009
"Do I know my plasma is going to last seven years? And frankly, the manufacturer couldn't tell you. It's not like they had plasma TVs in lab running.". Warranties can be very beneficial with convenient, although often dropped, portable equipment. (The Clarion-Ledger)
British Expenses Scandal Heads to EU Parliament May 26, 2009
For more than two weeks, disclosures over how British legislators used public money to pay for items ranging from horse manure to plasma TVs and swimming pool repairs have outraged voters and forced dozens of lawmakers to announce early retirements. Brown has called for sweeping reforms of Parliament's expenses system, but has resisted calls to hold an early national election to let the public oust legislators who abused the system. (Newsmax)
UK speaker resigns over expenses scandal May 20, 2009
Many had criticised Martin for trying to block the release of details about politicians using taxpayers' money to pay for items ranging from food to mortgages, plasma TVs, horse manure and moat cleaning. They believed Martin, who was in charge of the department which handled MPs' expenses, had to go so major reforms could be introduced in an attempt to restore parliament's tarnished image. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Stocks Drop on Panasonic Forecast, Slowing Europe Economy; Unitaka Surges May 18, 2009
Panasonic, the worlds largest maker of plasma TVs, sank 7. 6 percent after predicting a second-straight loss, while Aozora lost 5 percent. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Electric scooter can go 60 mph May 16, 2009
"If you look at any new technology that enters the marketplace, for instance plasma TVs ... five years ago, it was a $10,000 luxury item. Now I could walk into a store and pick up something higher quality for 10 percent of that, for a thousand bucks," said Jeremy Snyder, Tesla Motors' general manager. According to Snyder, the company hopes to "change the preconceived notion of society that efficiency needs to be boring.". (CNN -- Tech)
Falling sales hit Panasonic hard May 15, 2009
Panasonic is the world's largest maker of plasma TVs. Panasonic has announced a big loss for the year to the end of March as the downturn hits demand for its products such as TVs and digital cameras. (BBC News)
Cell phones, TVs undo efficiency gains May 15, 2009
Study: Energy used by household electronic devices could triple by 2030. MSN Tech and Gadgets. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Cell phones, TVs undo efficiency gains: study May 14, 2009
Demand for energy-thirsty gadgets such as cell phones, iPods, PCs and plasma TVs is undoing efficiency gains elsewhere, the International Energy Agency said on Wednesday. The Paris-based energy adviser to 28 developed countries urged governments in a report to keep pace with the invention of new consumer devices when crafting efficiency standards, and implored people to make thriftier choices. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Panasonic and Sumitomo Chemical to Produce Large-screen OLED TVs in 2010 May 14, 2009
The companies plan to start production in 2010 and aim to have a 10,000 yen/inch TV that consumes 40W by 2015, which is expected to be 3mm thick and at least 20x brighter than plasma TVs. Panasonic and Sumitomo Chemical have yet to make an announcement although it is fairly well known that the two companies have a cooperative relationship. (JCN Network, Japan)
Midtown modern May 9, 2009
Luckily the soothing sound drowns out the squawking from the plasma TVs on each side of the dining area. A brown bear is splayed against the wall like a flattened fly and a roaring fire crackles nearby. (Anchorage Daily News)
How green is my screen? May 7, 2009
Peter Garrett with one of the plasma TVs that will now carry an energy efficiency rating ... Peter Garrett with one of the plasma TVs that will now carry an energy efficiency rating ... Peter Garrett with one of the plasma TVs that will now carry an energy efficiency rating. (The Age, Australia)
World of flat-screen television recharged May 7, 2009
Peter Garrett with one of the plasma TVs that will now carry an energy efficiency rating. Photo: Janie Barrett. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Consumer electronic stores expanding May 5, 2009
LCD and plasma TVs generated about RM15mil in revenue while personal computers contributed RM12mil ... Star Electronics managing director Joseph Hon told StarBiz that sales of LCD and plasma TVs would continue to grow this year due to the demand from the replacement market and new households ... He said people were still spending on consumer electronics products, particularly LCD and plasma TVs. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
An old friend comes to the rescue at Lynas May 4, 2009
They enable the colourful displays on plasma TVs. Rare earths can be used to make powerful magnets much smaller than previously possible. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Boutique Hotels in Cartagena, Colom... Apr 30, 2009
Most offer large-screen plasma TVs; Internet; king-size beds and spacious, airy rooms. There's no official boutique-hotel association; however, the establishments listed below are top-notch. (Suite101.com)
TVs May Be Banned For Using Too Much Power Apr 15, 2009
-- The California Energy Commission is looking to set the first mandatory energy limits on television sets -- and many LCD and Plasma TVs don't meet the proposed regulations. Energy commission officials said the reason for the proposed new rules is because large Plasma and LCD TVs use a massive amount of energy. (KSBW 8, CA)
State wants to pull plug on energy-guzzling TVs Apr 15, 2009
To reduce the electrical draw from TVs, the commission has proposed the nation's first mandatory energy limits on televisions - limits that many large LCD and plasma TVs on the market do not meet. "We want to get rid of energy-guzzling televisions," said Adam Gottlieb, spokesman for the state energy commission. (San Francisco Chronicle)
For family vacations, you'll find fire sales aplenty Apr 15, 2009
The Somerset on Grace Bay, set alongside a stretch of pristine beach in Turks & Caicos, boasts a collection of spacious, ocean-front suites, villas, and cottages with full gourmet kitchens, surround-sound plasma TVs, and marble-floored bathrooms with mahogany carved cabinets. The resort is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World and has the amenities to back it up, from in-suite spa services to a private chef available for dinner on the beach. (MSNBC -- Travel)
New Hair Salon Opens Downtown Apr 9, 2009
"We will have two big plasma TVs and there will be a satellite radio playing inside and hopefully outside the salon, which will add to the downtown feel," she said. "The furniture is all from Ikea in Chicago, Ill. It's completely different from any other salon.". (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Tigers announce new deals at Comerica Apr 8, 2009
The previous Montgomery Inn location on the right-field deck is now the Labatt Blue Light Jungle Bar, a sports theme bar that features 119-inch HD televisions and 65-inch plasma TVs. In addition to entering through the ballpark, fans can enter through the Adams Street entrance. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Sources Implicate Madoff's Wife Apr 7, 2009
Blami 0000002C ng her will not "create" more money to spend 0000333F on plasma tvs. Isn't it odd how the Media now blames the wife. (CBS News)
Updating the Mosque for the 21st Century Apr 6, 2009
Inside, peach carpeting and plasma TVs give the air of a prosperous suburban English home, while the prayer hall has carvings inspired by the 10th century North African Fatimid dynasty. In Singapore, the architects of the Assyafaah Mosque, which was finished in 2004, cater to the country's multicultural population by creating an aesthetically neutral space, sleek and futuristic, where the island's Malay and Chinese Muslims can both feel comfortable. (Time.com)
On-Site and Off-Site Amenities Overflow at NoHo 14 Apr 6, 2009
Two 42-inch plasma TVs bring their own level of balance and serenity too. Those who prefer to lounge around on their days off will enjoy the 5th-floor sundeck and outdoor pool and spa. (PR Newswire)
People Who Love Hugo Chvez So Much They Move to Venezuela Apr 1, 2009
And unlike the well-connected "," they generally aren't sucking on the teat of government largessno plasma TVs, no Hummers, no scotch. In fact, they tend to live humbly, many of them in illegally built, ramshackle apartments called ranchitos, where, judging from the holes in the ceiling, every heavy rainfall puts their laptops and video cameras in mortal danger. (Slate)
Toshiba to take 100% stake in LCD venture Mar 30, 2009
At the same time, the deal should allow Panasonic, the worlds top maker of plasma TVs, to focus more of its resources on large displays, though it will still hold 25% in another small and mid-sized LCD venture majority owned by Hitachi Ltd.. Toshiba Matsushita Display held 10. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
How to succeed in business, in life Mar 29, 2009
Quote: "It's amazing to me how people will spend way more time researching fun expenditures, like cars and plasma TVs, than they will on developing an investment plan and selecting their investments. Sure, it isn't fun, but it's your retirement, your house, and your kids' college education!". Title: "With Purpose: Going from Success to Significance in Work and Life" Authors: Ken Dychtwald and Daniel J. Kadlec Publisher: Collins Price: $25. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
