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Review: LG 26LG30

LG 26LG30 7/10 Learn How We Rate Wired Input labeling lets you select “Xbox 360” instead of “HDMI 1.” Simple, classy remote. Active audio equalizer brings out dialog when you’re using the built-in speakers. Menus are easy on the eyes. Tired Some added noise in skin tones. Doesn’t smooth out jaggies the way many larger […]
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Rating:

7/10

WIRED
Input labeling lets you select "Xbox 360" instead of "HDMI 1." Simple, classy remote. Active audio equalizer brings out dialog when you're using the built-in speakers. Menus are easy on the eyes.
TIRED
Some added noise in skin tones. Doesn't smooth out jaggies the way many larger sets can.
  • Screen Size: 26 inches

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It may lack the snazzy red-tinted case of some of its larger siblings, but this 26-inch LCD serves up color where it counts: on the screen. The LG's video processors scored well, too, scrubbing out noise and reassembling even the hairiest interlaced sources without a ton of visual artifacts. Plus, its optical audio output and side-mounted HDMI jack make hooking up a second game console — and an external speaker system — a breeze.

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