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Samsung LN-S2651D March 27th, 2007 | by Jason Tomczak

Conclusion

The Samsung LN-S2651D is a full-featured LCD HDTV with plenty of impressive specs. It's nice to find an LCD HDTV that performs beautifully under almost any circumstance or configuration. Beyond the hubbub of specifications, numbers and performance charts, the most important factor in an HDTV is what the eye sees. If the picture looks great and is free from faults under tough scrutiny, then you know it's a good product. Couple that with a name-brand manufacturer's rep and you know you've got a convincing situation on your hands.

I found the Samsung LN-S2651D to be a pleasure to use on a regular basis. It is one of the best LCD HDTVs I've gotten my hands on, and I'm a critical nit-picker when it comes to high-tech products like this.

Also noteworthy is the LN-S2651D's very affordable price point. There are cheaper 26" HDTVs on the market, for sure, but they're typically from off brands that offer as much risk as they do discount.

If you're in the market for a new LCD HDTV, this Samsung is worthy of some serious consideration. You should get yourself to a local retailer so you can see it in person and test if out. While I realize that there may be some consumers who pass on the LN-S2651D for a larger plasma or LCD screen, I think most people will find that their search for a mid-sized HDTV has ended.



Pros:

• Affordable between $800 and $1000 retail
• Beautiful 720p widescreen picture
• Excellent for gaming
• Connects to iPod, AppleTV, laptops and more
• Awesome 4000:1 contrast ratio
• Easy to use PIP (Picture in Picture)
• Easy but in-depth system menus

Cons:

• No video cables included
• Built-in sound could be better