Samsung LE40M87 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Samsung's trademark gloss black finish and taste for subtle curves extends to 52in extremely well

Pros: Great Pictures; Loaded with features and connections; Gorgeous looks

Cons: Motion handling issues; Tendency for noise

Verdict: The best summary of the LE52M87BD's performance is 'mostly spectacular but occasionally flawed'. However, with its sumptuous looks and its extra cost over similar-sized plasma screens being mostly justified by its resolution and features, it's a TV that h

Review summary: If you're looking for a TV which has style at its core, you have to consider one from Samsung. And the brand's new flagship LCD TV, the 52in LE‑52M87BD, certainly fits that bill

Pros: Freeview Playback system works well, Good 720p image, Good value, Impressive features, Easy to use, All the features you could ask for, Excellent performance, Great build and handles well, Good value considering its pedigree, Great pictures, Loaded with f

Cons: Black levels could be better, Limited viewing angle, Can't record two digital channels, Motion handling issues, Tendency for noise

Verdict: Jaw-dropping pictures and an outstanding features count to match

Review summary: The LE40M87 is another fantastic value TV from Samsung, which has an enviable knack of producing TVs that hit all the sweet spots. This manages to boast a pretty design, a 40-inch screen, a 1080p display and three HDMI inputs -- all for £800. It's a real

Pros: Styling; picture quality; ease of use; connectivity

Cons: Sound is weak and unimpressive; remote control is slow to respond

Verdict: If you want a 1080p screen at a remarkably low price, this is probably the TV for you. It's a good performer and beautifully designed. It has a few annoying quirks, but it's a solid LCD television

Review summary: The Samsung LE52M87BD is a 52-inch 1080p LCD TV which has strikingly good picture quality. Black levels are deep and convincing and the set delivers rich and vibrant colours. Hi-def reproduction has clarity and definition and the set looks fantastic with

Pros: Black levels are outstanding by LCD standards; beautifully designed; connections are second to none

Cons: Occasional motion-handling issues

Verdict: Although some relatively minor issues when it comes to handling motion mean there's still room for Samsung to improve, the LE52M87BD is overall a pretty sensational LCD package that certainly gives rival plasma screens something to think about. Well worth