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Introduction
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01.Tour & Design
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02.Blacks & Whites
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03.Color Accuracy
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04.Motion
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05.Viewing Effects
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06.Calibration
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07.Remote Control
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08.Connectivity
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09.Audio & Menus
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10.Formats & Media
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11.Power Consumption
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12.Vs Samsung LN32B360
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13.Vs Sony KDL 32L5000
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14.Vs LG 37LH55
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15.Conclusion
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16.Series Comparison
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17.Ratings & Specs
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18.Comments
Samsung LN32B460
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Blacks & Whites
Tour & Design Summary
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Samsung LN32B460. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the LNxxB460 series. The LNxxB460 series also includes the LN22B460 and the LN26B460. Read here for more details on series differences.
• Looks great.
• Solid design.
• Swiveling stand.
Front
The front of the LN32B360 is mostly taken up by the panel itself, which is surrounded by a clear plastic bezel over a darker platic layer.
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Back
The significant features on the back of this HDTV are the port panel on the left side, and the power socket on the right. In the middle just above the stand is a zip tie that can be used to route the cables back behind the stand, so they don't spoil the look of the screen.
For information about the ports on the back of the Samsung LN32B460 see our Connectivity section.
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Sides
There are no features on the left side, but on the right you'll find the on-tv controls.
For information about the ports on the back of the Samsung LN32B460 see our Connectivity section.
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Stand/Mount
The LN32B460's stand is clear with a black underside. It's very sturdy and looks downright swank. The stand also swivels, allowing easier access to the ports around the back.
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Controls
The LN32B460 keeps its on-set controls on the right side of its face. They're all touch sensitive.
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Remote Control
The remote is a long, thin affair that has lots of buttons. Despite being so long and thin, it fits well into the hand. Our only major complaint is that the buttons for channel and volume aren't well palced; they don't fall under the thumb.
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| This is the good Samsung remote. The bad one has a weird hook tail that confuses our hands. |
In The Box (6.0)
The LN32B460 comes with a remote, batteries, manual, and a nice powder blue cleaning cloth. We thought the TV was easy enough to put together in theory, but it was absurdly hard to turn the screws. Fortunately we're all really super strong, so we were able to succeed.
Aesthetics (8.0)
The LN32B360 has a clean, striaghtforward design that desn't get in the way of the job at hand; showing TV signals. The dark plastic bezel around the display doesn't distract from the screen itself, and the Samsung logo is placed far enough away from the edge that it doesn't distract. There are a few small logos at the bottom left corner of the screen (for the SRS Tru Surround and Dolby support) but these are small and faint enough that they don't distract much.
| Other Models in the LNxxB460 Series | |
| This is a review of the Samsung LN32B460. The other sizes of HDTVs in this series should be similar in terms of performance and usability. For details about any differences, click on the image to jump to the Series Comparison page. | |
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| LN22B460 22 inches |
LN26B460 26 inches |
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