Samsung LN46A860 - 46″ LCD TV - 120Hz - widescreen - 1080p (FullHD) - HDTV - piano black with deep blue trim
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User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars 46″ Samsung LCD TV
I purchased this TV because it was the highest rated 46″ LCD TV by Consumer Reports. This unit is now installed in my bedroom. Using the product ratings by Consumer Reports was the same criteria that I used when I purchased a 50″ Panasonic plasma TV for the family room several years ago. I have seen a lot of LCD’s and Plasma TV’s in my friends homes, but I would have to say that both of my units are far superior in picture quality. When it comes to electronics and / or appliances, I would always recommend consulting current ratings provided by Consumer Reports. It’s too hard to see which TV is the best in a box store or online.
2 Stars Samsung LN46A860
I have purchased the Samsung LN46A860 and it has been more than one week since we have this TV. The TV has very good picture (this is why I rated it 2 stars) , less glare than the 6 series that we also own (Samsung ln40A650). However, this TV has more issues than its predessors the 6 series and they are all discussed in the forum called: Samsung LN46A850/60 owners AVS forum.
1. Remote or infrared interference: When you turn the TV on, it interferes with all remotes and they won’t work for a period of time about 2 minutes before they resume functions. The TV remote itself won’t function for about 2 minutes untill the TV warms up.
2. Clouding: The TV forms clouds in the panel and you can see them when the picture is dark/or blackish. You see whitish clounds in some corners or throughout the panel.
These issues cannot be fixed by the company and basically you are stuck with a TV that Samsung tries to fix and cannot. So you waste your time for months with the company and finally they may reimburse your money or send you a new one. Some people may have a good TV and they do not have these issues but believe me go to the forum and you will realize that there are more TV’ with these issues than you think. We paid good money and we expect better quality TV than what Samsung is giving us. I am debating whether to waste my time and try fixing the issues or just live with the problem and buy another TV when the LED come out this Spring from different manufacturer unless the new LED Samsung has no issues. Samsung LN46A860 - 46″ LCD TV - 120Hz - widescreen - 1080p (FullHD) - HDTV - piano black with deep blue trim
5 Stars Simply the best!
Pros: Looks gorgeous, works well and doesn’t take a lot of space (very slim).
Cons: Gets a little hot when it’s on and the remote doesn;t work well for a couple of seconds right when you turn the TV on. After that, it works just fine.
1 Stars Gone in less than 24 hrs.
I researched this tv forever and thought I was going to fall in love with the set and pat myself on the back for making such a great choice. Well, I received this set from E.E. through Amazon on the 25th of Feb. It’s now the 26th and I am writing this very heartfelt review. Don’t get me wrong the set is beautiful and a quality picture to match, that was while it lasted. I was watching Tiger Woods and all of a sudden I hear a loud “pop” noise come from behind the tv, the screen went blank and that was all she wrote. I started looking for smoke but I did not see or smell anything. I was pretty concerned so I unplugged it quickly, but nothing else happened. I called samsung and they are finding a tech. to come to my house to try and fix or replace it. I hope I just got a lemon cause it was great looking while it lasted, better luck to you if you decide to buy this tv. I will give it another chance, I have no choice.
5 Stars Fantastic TV-great customer support
This is the best TV I have ever owned and if you are in the market for a 46″ LCD, Amazon has a great price. I purchased mine back in October for $700 more than the current price - sometimes it pays to wait I guess. Sound, picture, features are all fantastic. After checking many review sites I went with this unit and am glad I did. The touch of color (TOC) is subtle but shows just enough to add a nice aesthetic look.
I rated this TV five stars although I did have a minor issue detailed below. Samsung took care of the issue and the overall TV has continued to please. The only negative, which I have to preface is known by Samsung and they take care of promptly is a rare “chipping” issue with the TOC frame setup on some of the 750s and 850/860s due to a few bad shipments (happened to mine). However, Samsung promptly fixed this free of charge with no known reoccurrence (as per the repairman that has done several of these repairs). Samsung’s customer service, at least on LCD TVs, is outstanding with both email and phone call followups to insure that the customer is satisfied with the repair work. The repairman assigned by Samsung came out, replaced the entire TOC frame on the TV and I haven’t had any other issues. As stated above, the actual electronics/LCD elements of this TV itself are fantastic and with Samsung readily and promptly fixing the frame issue, I still have to say that this was a great purchase.
The Super Bowl never looked better and the 120hz performed beautifully. Our friends couldn’t get over the picture they were watching as the Steelers one upped the hapless Cardinals in fantastic receiving catches.
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