Samsung PN59D550

We've always been partial to Samsung plasmas and this one definitely delivers! There is nothing to dislike about this TV. I calibrated the TV based on very helpful posts on the avsforum website. A common complaint on the forum about this TV is the glare. Since we have it in a room with blinds, it isn't a problem at all; besides I didn't really want to spend more money for the higher end Samsung plasmas that have much lower glare factor. I have to say that we don't notice the glare at all in this particular room. If you will have direct sunlight on the TV, you may want to do more research. Delivery was earlier than expected and the local shipper contracted by Pilot was awesome. He brought in the TV to our room of choice, removed the packaging and made sure the TV worked. He offered to take the packaging but we opted to keep it just in case we might return it. Well, this gorgeous-looking TV with excellent picture quality and sound isn't going anywhere!

I've had this tv for three weeks now and I love it! I upgraded from my 5 year old Sony 60" Grand Wega, which was a great tv but I wanted 1080p and 3D. I mainly watch movies- 3D Blu ray, Blu ray, DVD, Netflix, and play video games on Xbox 360 and PS3. I have a controlled lighting living room so glare is not an issue for me. Everything played on this tv looks incredible with the only exception being standard def tv, which looks good but not as good as HD content. I especially like 3D Blu ray's and games on this tv!!! The only minor complaints of this tv for me is, it does put off a lot of heat, and when the tv is muted or paused you can hear the buzzing. It is not very loud but is noticeable when everything else is quiet. These are minor issues but the only negative things I could find about this tv.
This is my first Plasma tv and so far I am very impressed. I think it is a great choice for my main uses. This is my first large item purchase from Amazon so I was a little nervous about it. Everything went very well and I couldn't be happier with Amazon, the shipping company, and the tv. I highly recommend this tv, and Amazon who had it for several hundred dollars cheaper than any stores I found it at.

Researched this HDTV online for a few weeks, and after having a Vizio for 5 months that had pixels go out, and no sattisfaction on a repair from Vizio, I purchased this set after reading forums, and checking out other reviews online, and with Amazon, the price could not be beat. We are happy with this tv, It has good picture quality, the sound is ok, but that is the same with most of the other flat panels out there, would purchase a Samsung in a heartbeat, quality over Vizio hands down.

Currently, this is, by far, one of the best Picture Quality Plasma TV's I have had the opportunity to view, in store or in home. I have only had it for a month's time so I can't speak to the longevity of this unit. But man, does it show a gorgeous picture, right out of the box (clean high resolution, deep smooth balanced colors and nice black levels). Simple to operate with reasonable component hookup options, options that greatly enhances the viewing use. This is an excellent quality smartly built TV unit, I love it. One negative, nothing to do with the TV's performance but everything to do with the cost of the wireless USB dongle needed to access the internet, at full retail price the cost is near $100.00. If you decide to purchase this TV or have already bought one and have yet to fork out the big dough for this USB dongle then stop! Before you buy simply search the internet because contrary to popular belief there are at least 2 very inexpensive USB dongles that will work with your Samsung PN59D550 just as well as the proprietary one with seamless connectivity. Happy Viewing!

After months of exhautive research I ordered this set from Amazon on Aug.10th.The set was delivered the very next day, Aug.11th.Pilot Shipping delivered the set,unpacked it, installed the stand,and placed it on my console.The set worked out of the box.The picture is stunning,black levels are super impressive.Recently I noticed this set listed by a vendor on Amazon's site for less money.I called customer service at Amazon and they refunded the difference through their Low Price Guarantee.I couldn't be more pleased with the purchase,especially Amazon's outstanding customer service.