Samsung 9000-Series LCD Televisions

Update 1/9/10: The 9000 series finally made an appearance at CES 2010, and it's gone through some big changes since we first profiled it way back in April 2009. Like every high-end model announced at CES, it's 1080p, 240Hz, local-dimming LED, WiFi-ready (Netflix streaming! Samsung app store!), and supports 3D with active shutter glasses. It's about as thick as a No. 2 pencil (0.3 inches) and like Toshiba's Cell TV, can upconvert 2D programming up into the third dimension.

The true pièce de résistance is the full color touchscreen remote. It communicates via WiFi and infrared, works as the middle man to stream video from your PC to the TV, and—here's the best part—lets you watch TV in the palm of your hand while something else is playing on the screen. Girlfriend watching a chicky movie while the ballgame is on? Watch on the remote.

Built-in 3D
New in 2010, this year’s premium models in the LED TV lineup, the 7000, 8000 and 9000, all include Samsung’s proprietary built-in 3D processor and emitter that is optimized for, and enables compatibility with multiple 3D standards including half and full HD resolution formats as well as the Blu-ray Disc Association approved “Blu-ray 3D” standard. In addition, Samsung’s 3D system delivers a picture using a full color spectrum for an unbelievable, immersive viewing experience.

Along with the company’s 3D Blu-ray player (BD-C6900), Samsung offers a complete solution allowing consumers to bring the 3D theater experience home. For those who want to add the third dimension to their regular TV viewing, Samsung included in its 3D processor an auto-conversion technology that renders 2D content into 3D in real time. Consumers can add a level of depth and clarity to a live football game, making them believe they are part of the action.
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And I thought the 6000, 7000, and 8000 series were THIN already!

 

The Samsung 7000 series 55inch was $3500 last summer

and now you can get it at Fry's for $2299

just give it a year.