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Forrest's TV / Video Blog December 2006 Archive

By Forrest Hartman, About.com Guide to TV / Video

Happy New Year: What's New for 2007?

Sunday December 31, 2006
The International Consumer Electronics Showcase is only about a week away. CES is a 4-day event in Las Vegas where manufacturers unveil new products, innovations and technology that is still ... Read More

Pets and Home Electronics

Thursday December 28, 2006
I remember a lady telling me a story about how her lab ate a remote control. As a dog owner, this struck a cord with me because my dog (now ... Read More

Post-Holiday Shopping

Monday December 25, 2006
As the story goes, "Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night." Just as in the movies the story never shows us the next day. If it did then ... Read More

Last Minute Holiday Shopping

Saturday December 23, 2006
Here are some last minute holiday gift ideas: Wireless headphones Indoor or outdoor HD antenna Universal remote control Rechargeable batteries and charger for a remote control or wireless device Cabling (like Monster cables, HDMI or ... Read More

Budget Busters: 37" LCD TVs under $1000

Wednesday December 20, 2006
This list contains 37" LCD TVs, which is the largest screen size you'll find consistently priced at or under $1000. That doesn't mean you have to sacrifice a large screen ... Read More

Introduction to Internet Protocol Television (IPTV)

Monday December 18, 2006
IPTV stands for internet protocol television. Any person whose watched a clip online has experienced a form of IPTV. In order to compete against cable's triple play, telcommunication companies started ... Read More

Connect a Camcorder to the TV

Sunday December 17, 2006
If your family is like my family, someone will be showing home movies this holiday season. Unfortunately, watching home movies also means an argument will ensue over how to connect ... Read More

Buying Advice: Restocking Fees

Thursday December 14, 2006
A restocking fee is something that retail and online stores sometimes charge for returning televisions. Whether you agree with this fee or not, the fact is that consumers really have ... Read More

HANNSmobi 7-inch Portable Television with DVD Player

Monday December 11, 2006
Taiwan-based manufacturer HANNspree is known for making TV and PC monitors that are different from the competition. What I mean is that their monitor cases are designed to blend into ... Read More

Buying Advice: Picture Enhancement Technology

Sunday December 10, 2006
When buying a television this holiday season be sure to read the specifications. Today's tip regards picture enhancement technologies, which are advanced ways a television improves picture quality. Picture enhancement technology ... Read More

Holiday Shopping: Stop at Analog, Go Digital

Wednesday December 6, 2006
Is it trendy to say, "The future of television is among us?" How should you say it - should your arms be held wide open, above your head, or should ... Read More

Gift Idea: Universal Remote Control, Model R7

Tuesday December 5, 2006
Thinking of a gift idea for the person that has everything? I would suggest a universal remote control, especially for the person that has a coffee table littered with remotes ... Read More

Review: JVC 120hz 37" LCD TV

Sunday December 3, 2006
Earlier this year, JVC Company of America released the world’s first high speed LCD TV – the 37” LT-37X987. This widescreen panel features a 120hz Clear Motion Drive engine, which ... Read More

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