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  from Robert Silva
Welcome to my weekly home theater newsletter! This week's lead stories: A product preview of the latest Blu-ray disc player, a review of an innovative Media Network capable DVD player, and the closing of a legendary music and video software dealer - plus the product of the week, term of the week, and question of the week.
 
 In the Spotlight
Sony BDP-S1 Blu-ray Disc Player - Product Preview
The Sony BDP-S1 is the latest Blu-ray player to show up on store shelves. The Sony BDP-S1 plays Blu-ray discs at full 720p, 1080i, or 1080p resolution via its HDMI output. The BDP-S1 is also playback compatible with standard DVDs and most recordable DVD formats, but does not have provisions for standard CD playback. Standard DVDs are upscaled via the HDMI output. Is it worth it to make the jump to Sony Blu-ray? For more about the Sony BDP-S1, check out my Product Preview.

 
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HELIOS X5000 HD Network Media DVD Player - Product Review
The Helios X5000 is more than a typical DVD player. Not only does the X5000 deliver great video and audio via DVD upscaling, HDMI connectivity, and Wolfson Digital-to-Analog audio conversion,...read more

 
Tower Records To Close All Stores
After struggling for the past couple of years, legendary Audio and Video software retailer, Tower Records will close the doors of all of its stores. Tower records had a reputation of carrying not only the latest music and video releases, but offered an extensive older, hard-to-find, audio and video title inventory. Starting out as the largest retailer of LP records, Tower embraced the CD, Laserdisc, and DVD over the years, much to the delight of audio and videophiles. Also, let us not forget the great 9am - to - Midnight operating hours at most of its locations. For additional perspective on the passing of this pop-culture icon, and what the future may hold for music and video software retailing, check out the report from Audio/Video Revolution.

 
 
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 Top Picks - LCD Television - Top Picks For LCD Televisions  from your Home Theater Guide
Flat panel televisions are quickly becoming quite commonplace on store shelves and in consumers' homes. Although Plasma TVs seem to be be getting all the attention in this area, the LCD television is also making an impact, especially for those that desire smaller screen sizes. For a list of some of my LCD television favorites, check out the following selections.

1) Samsung LN-S4095D 40-inch LCD Television with 1080p
The LN-S4095D is a 40-inch 16x9 LCD television with a native pixel resolution of 1920x1080 (1080p), enhanced contrast ratio processing (6,000:1), 8ms response time, 2 HD-component video input, 2 HDMI-HDCP inputs, PC VGA input, stereo headphone jack, and both NTSC and ATSC (HDTV) tuners. The image quality, in terms of detail, color consistency, and contrast, on this LCD television is great. Check out the Samsung LN-S4095D, especially if you have a Blu-ray, HD-DVD, or upscaling DVD Player.

2) Westinghouse Digital LVM-37W3 37-Inch LCD Monitor Featuring 1080p
With many LCD Televisions offering 720p (1280x720 or 1366x768) native pixel resolution, an LCD monitor with (1920x1080) 1080p capability is a significant advance, especially with street price of less than $2,000. In addition to 1080p processing and input capability, the LVM-37W3 features 6 HD inputs, including 1 HDMI, 2 DVI-HDCP, 2 HD Component, and a hi-res VGA input. Note: An external tuner is required to receive standard or HDTV signals.

3) Samsung LN-S3252D 32-Inch Integrated HD-LCD Television
The LN-S3252D is a 32-inch 16x9 LCD television with a native pixel resolution of 1366x768 (suitable for HDTV), enhanced contrast ratio processing (4,000:1), 1 HD-component video input, 2 HDMI-HDCP inputs, PC VGA input, stereo headphone jack, and both NTSC and ATSC (HDTV) tuners. The image quality, in terms of color consistency and contrast, on this LCD television is great. If you are shopping for a flat panel television, definitely take the time to check this one out.

 
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 Product Of The Week
LG Electronics 42PX5D 42-Inch Plasma Television
If you are looking for a Plasma television with both great performance and flexibility, then check out the LG 42PX5D. Featuring a 42-inch 16x9 screen, 1024x768 native pixel resolution, and...read more
 
 Common Heartburn Triggers
Common Heartburn Triggers
If you have heartburn or acid reflux issues, you know there are certain foods you just can't eat. Don't let heartburn sneak up on you. Check out this list of top heartburn-inducing foods.

 
 
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