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Samsung's 27in Series 9 TA950 is the slimmest and most attractive TV monitor hybrid available. It's stuffed with all the connectivity, features and extras you could want. It's an accomplished media player, offers Apps for social networking and video content, includes a wireless dongle, backlit remote and active 3D glasses, and its audio talents are sufficient to convince. However, for all its assets and picture quality strengths, there are a few caveats you wouldn't expect from a product in its price class. This is largely due to Samsung's use of a TN panel, so if you're not tight on space, a 'straight' PVA-based 32in 3D TV is a more compelling alternative.

Overall

7/10

By Ardjuna Seghers
Reviewed 28 June 2011
Updated 11 November 2011

Price as reviewed

£649.99

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Reviewed by Ardjuna Seghers
28 June 2011

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Awards

Samsung Series 9 SyncMaster TA950 details

Design: 10/10
Features: 10/10
Image Quality: 8/10
Value: 5/10
Overall: 7/10

Pros & Cons

Pros

Gorgeous styling and well-built
Deep blacks, good detailing, vibrant even with glasses
3D glasses, backlit remote and Wi-Fi dongle included
Extensive media playback and App selection

Cons

Expensive
Limited viewing angles
Minor backlight bleed

Price as reviewed

£649.99

Manufacturer

Sony

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