Sony KDL-52XBR9 Review – 52″ LCD TV

Up for review: Sony KDL-52XBR9. The newly launched XBR9 series of Sony builds on the impressive XBR range, which Sony claims as its best flag ship HDTV range of models. For the first time Internet application, which Sony calls widgets has been featured in these XBR9 series of LCD models. The new 52” KDL-52XBR9 is one of the XBR9 series of models from the Sony group. The slim, stylish and sleek design of this LCD TV is sure to enhance any room’s décor. Loaded with advanced video technology, the new Sony KDL-52XBR9 can be used as a TV or a computer display. Slated to be available soon, the new Sony KDL-52XBR9 won’t be the cheapest LCD on the market but probably one of the best high-end HDTV’s available.

Featuring a full HD 1080p LCD panel, the new Sony KDL-52XBR9 is likely to produce more vibrant colors as a wide color gamut cold cathode fluorescent light backlight has been used. With an improved and fast Motionflow 240Hz refresh rate, Sony KDL-52XBR9 should deliver crisp and sharp images without any motion blur even in fast action scenes. The 24p Film Playback feature of this new KDL-52XBR9 ensures that now movies can be viewing in its true 24 frame per second format. And the WCG-CCFL backlighting ensures better picture quality. What’s more, the new Sony KDL-52XBR9 is embedded with Bravia Engine 3 Video Processing, hence images is sure going to be smoother and clearer.

Sony KDL-52XBR9 Features and Specifications Review:

• 52-inch LCD Screen
• 1080p Resolution
• 240Hz Refresh Rate
• Bravia Engine 3 Video Processing
• WCG-CCFL backlighting
• Motion Flow Technology
• 24p Film Playback
• Improved XMB Menu
• 4 HDMI Inputs
• Yahoo! Widgets
• PC Input
• Networked Media Streaming
• Internet Powered TV Guide
• Bravia Link
• BRAVIA Sync
• 1 Year Limited Warranty

Sony’s XBR series are always top contenders. Thsi year’s XBR9 series is extremely sleek with its thin profile. The highly advanced Ethernet network-capable port can be integrated BRAVIA Internet video. Also with the latest BRAVIA Widgets being enabled, advanced web applications can be accessed. The DLNA support and USB 2.0 input connectivity of the new Sony KDL-52XBR9 is likely to facilitate quick access to photos, music, and digital videos. Seamless interoperability of connected devices over HDMI-CEC can also be possible through the BRAVIA Sync feature.

The 4 HDMI inputs of the Sony KDL-52XBR9 will sure connect all input sources. Empowered by the Internet Powered TV Guide feature, real time weather, sports scores, stock info, and even Yahoo! Video can be accessed from Yahoo! Widgets. The Sony KDL-52XBR9 will definitely be cutting edge, the only possible issues may be affordability.

YouReviewElectronics.com gives Sony KDL-52XBR9 9/10 stars!