(Sears)Samsung® 52'' LCD FHD 1080p TV LN52B610 $1799

[TheZodiac]

Great deal if your looking for a 52" Expires Nov 5th!

http://www.sears.ca/product/samsung-52-lcd-fhd-1080p-tv-ln52b610/571413277

* 50 1/4'' w. x 12'' d. x 34 1/10'' h.
* Touch of Colour Design
* 80,000:1 Dynamic contrast ratio
* 4ms response time
* 10 bit panel
* 18 bit processor
* Full HD 1080p resolution
* Auto Motion plus 120hz
* built-in HDTV tuner ATSC with clear QAM
* wide colour enhancer 2
* Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
* 1080 24p real movie
* USB 2.0
* game mode
* 4 HDMI™ inputs
* 2 component video inputs
* 2 composite video inputs
* 1 PC input
* 1 USB
* SRS TruSurround HD
* Direct Down-firing speakers
* swivel stand
* Energy Star® 3.0 efficient


Best Buy and FS $1999 Gibbys is $1899

UPDATE!

Found a working Sears coupon

571413277 TV,52"SAMSNG L 1 1,764.99 In Stock 14 NOV
941618868 DISCOUNT CPN 1 .00 In Stock

Order price: 1,764.99
Ship/Trans: 60.00
Handling: 3.00
GST: 91.90
PST: 157.11
Discount: .00
---------
Order Total: 2,077.00

[archer23]

this is not so hot ive seen similar to this tv (LN50b540) at 1230$ at BB two mounths ago

but thanx neways it is a 52 so yeah

[rahzel]

this is not so hot ive seen similar to this tv (LN50b540) at 1230$ at BB two mounths ago

but thanx neways it is a 52 so yeah

That would be a PN50b540 which is PLASMA and not LCD. Plasmas are usually quite a bit less than LCDs, especially 120hz LCDs. Good deal op, there are usually Sears coupons in the coupon section. Might wanna check that out to sweeten the deal a bit.

[Ikarasu]

And to think... I just paid $1999 for this TV at visions 3 weeks ago... (Well, I did get it for $1899 since I opted for the waranty...) Was looking to buy a second for my other room... Thanks OP.

Wonder if I can get the price adjusted with visions price protection policy... I just noticed it says "No timed specials". Hoping this doesn't mean sales :\

[canswim]

hmm thanks op. I was looking for a 52" 120 Hz set and the reviews look pretty favorable for this one.

Now the question is - Am I better off waiting for boxing day to save a couple hundred bucks more? Or is the (possible) difference in price worth it considering i wouldn't have to deal with the boxing day mayhem. I'm leaning towards the latter

[loopholez]

hmm thanks op. I was looking for a 52" 120 Hz set and the reviews look pretty favorable for this one.

Now the question is - Am I better off waiting for boxing day to save a couple hundred bucks more? Or is the (possible) difference in price worth it considering i wouldn't have to deal with the boxing day mayhem. I'm leaning towards the latter

Hmm I am with you on that one too, I am in need of a second TV, but that can wait.

So at the meantime I am having this issue of either buying one thats on sale or wait it out until Boxing day.

[TheZodiac]

Updated my OP with a working coupon to save another $35.00

ughgh! I accidentally choose delivery LOL ;)

[vric]

this is not so hot ive seen similar to this tv (LN50b540) at 1230$ at BB two mounths ago

but thanx neways it is a 52 so yeah

Plasma vs LCD
50" vs 52"
Series 5 vs Series 6

Quite similar indeed ;)

Btw good deal. I have the 46" version, Great LCD!

[4n2t0]

UPDATE!

Found a working Sears coupon

571413277 TV,52"SAMSNG L 1 1,764.99 In Stock 14 NOV
941618868 DISCOUNT CPN 1 .00 In Stock

Order price: 1,764.99
Ship/Trans: 60.00
Handling: 3.00
GST: 91.90
PST: 157.11
Discount: .00
---------
Order Total: 2,077.00

FYI the tax seems to be calculated incorrectly, I would call for an adjustment.

[4n2t0]

I pulled the trigger on this deal after researching this exact model for about a month. This is the cheapest price I've seen to date and Sears is an excellent company when it come to customer service/satisfaction.

Thanks!

[TheZodiac]

FYI the tax seems to be calculated incorrectly, I would call for an adjustment.

Oh crap, what should the taxes be I can't figure it out? Do I pay tax on the
$60 del charge and $3.00 handle fee?

thanks

[4n2t0]

Even if you were to pay tax on the entire total 1,764.99+60.00+3.00X1.13=2065.63

You multiply by 1.13 because PST+GST is now 13% in Ontario.

EDIT: I just checked my own receipt and they are charging too much PST. The only thing I can think of is the "Eco" fee but it should be listed as a separate charge if that's the case.

[vpower]

... and Sears is an excellent company when it come to customer service/satisfaction.

Thanks!


oh really?

[CFRTim]

I have the 650 model and this is a great TV. Keep in mind that Sears has listed the specs of the 6 Series Samsung LCD, but my understanding is with the 610 and 630 models the panel make can vary

[canswim]

I have the 650 model and this is a great TV. Keep in mind that Sears has listed the specs of the 6 Series Samsung LCD, but my understanding is with the 610 and 630 models the panel make can vary

ok thanks - forgive the ignorance but what difference would that make? also is there a panel I should be looking for or avoiding?

[jarmstrong]

Why don't you just PM it at Futureshop?

you could get it as low as 1779 and you get Futureshop's price protection until Jan 3 or something like that, if the price drops further.

Edit: YMMV but FS may even accept the Sears coupon and still PM, so you might get it for $1,755 or so depending on the CSR/Manager

[rahzel]

oh really?

I agree, Sears is TERRIBLE for customer service. Expect restocking fees on almost anything you want to return. It's their new policy.

[CFRTim]

ok thanks - forgive the ignorance but what difference would that make? also is there a panel I should be looking for or avoiding?

The 650 is guaranteed to have a S-PVA panel (S-LCD), unlike the lower models that use a "panel lottery" system, and could also have A-MVA (AUO/AU Optronics) and S-MVA (CMO/CHI-Mey Optoelectronics)
Look for the letters S,A, and C appearing on Samsung TV. Usually you should be aiming to get the Samsung panel (SPVA), then AUO, and lastly the CMO panel.

*The 'Version' on the sticker can indicate what panel you have (at least what panel that set should have)
Anything starting with the following letters on the Version is:
S = Samsung
A = AUO
C = CMO
At least this is how we add some definition to them;
S= Super
A= Average
C= Crap

From AVSForum: Samsung S, A, C Panel Differences: 2009 LCD Line-Up (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1178897)

[Shamb1es]

That would be a PN50b540 which is PLASMA and not LCD. Plasmas are usually quite a bit less than LCDs, especially 120hz LCDs. Good deal op, there are usually Sears coupons in the coupon section. Might wanna check that out to sweeten the deal a bit.

It's the other way around. Both technologies have different degrees of quality and different price ranges within them, but overall LCD's are cheaper than plasma.

[zzz3]

It's the other way around. Both technologies have different degrees of quality and different price ranges within them, but overall LCD's are cheaper than plasma.

actually its the other way around, lol. For example the 50v10 is 2k, similar lcds, or leds to specific, cost 3k. If you go to the states, where pricing is reasonable, a 50g15 goes for around 1200, a similar lcd, the b750 is almost 1900.

btw i dont want to detract from the thread, the b610 is a good tv! but it might be better to wait till boxing, im sure either the b610 will drop further in price along with the 650, or who knows the b750 might drop below 2k.

[CFRTim]

actually its the other way around, lol. For example the 50v10 is 2k, similar lcds, or leds to specific, cost 3k. If you go to the states, where pricing is reasonable, a 50g15 goes for around 1200, a similar lcd, the b750 is almost 1900.

+1 Unless we're talking Kuro, plasmas are usually cheaper than good LCD HDTVs

[Don DiGuapo]

Isn't FS supposed to be having a $100 off $1000 coupon promotion until Nov 5?

[rahzel]

It's the other way around. Both technologies have different degrees of quality and different price ranges within them, but overall LCD's are cheaper than plasma.

According to Archer23, the PN50b540 was $1230 a few months ago. Please tell me where the LCD equivalent LN52b5XX was/is less than $1230. I will take 2, or possibly 3. I'm dead serious... I want to buy 3 TVs RIGHT NOW!

[AndrewRFD]

Posted to the front page (http://www.redflagdeals.com/deals/main.php/alldeals/comments/searsca_30_e_cash_back_w_samsung_52_ln52b610_120hz _1080p_lcd_1765_sony_brav/), thanks for sharing!

Note that if you purchase the TV today, you should also qualify for a $30 e-cash card (http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-749547-10626158?sid=deals&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sears.ca%2Fcontent%2Fmerchand ising%2F2009%2Fevents%2Fcustomer-appreciation%3Fintid%3Dhp_novwk12009_hero_tab1_sli dea_customer_appreciation%26extid=affiliate_comj). It's Sears.ca's customer appreciation day, and you get one when you make a purchase over $200 -- today only though!

[4n2t0]

I have the 650 model and this is a great TV. Keep in mind that Sears has listed the specs of the 6 Series Samsung LCD, but my understanding is with the 610 and 630 models the panel make can vary

You omitted this portion:

This year, every set seems to involve more than one panel including sets higher than '630'. (Based on all 2009 CCFL-LCD Lineup)

At some point one has to stop nitpicking at every possible pitfall or we'd never buy anything, lol.

[canswim]

I went and purchased this unit from future shop today - ended up getting it for $1750 plus tax so I'm pretty happy with that price plus I get the price guarantee until January 3 should it go on sale

I'm picking it up tomorrow & I know I won't be able to sleep tonight

thanks for all your help guys

[CFRTim]

You omitted this portion:

This year, every set seems to involve more than one panel including sets higher than '630'. (Based on all 2009 CCFL-LCD Lineup)

At some point one has to stop nitpicking at every possible pitfall or we'd never buy anything, lol.

I have the A650.
A650 and up used strictly SPVA panels. At some later point this year the B640 models were also introduced, that's what "This year, every set seems to involve more than one panel including sets higher than '630'. (Based on all 2009 CCFL-LCD Lineup)" is referring to.
Yes, having that 8G S-LCD 10-bit panel was very important to me when I chose my HDTV. Some XBR and Z series Sony LCDs also have it.

[Nightwing]

Thanks OP, Picked up one for my parents. The coupon worked as well.

Mark

[Ikarasu]

I picked another up...went to visions. Their whole "Beat any price by 5%" deal was honored. So got it for $1709, no finance/2 year equal payment plan. Also was told they'd honor the price protection on the TV I bought 3 weeks ago... So getting a $100 cheque in the mail once it goes through (Thanks OP!).

[ferkel]

Nice TV~! Thanks

[loopholez]

I went and purchased this unit from future shop today - ended up getting it for $1750 plus tax so I'm pretty happy with that price plus I get the price guarantee until January 3 should it go on sale

I'm picking it up tomorrow & I know I won't be able to sleep tonight

thanks for all your help guys

I am so tempted. Today is the last day where I can hop on this deal.

I was wondering for the price protection, does that cover for the boxing day sales? As we know FS/BB always have the pricing policy that does not cover any clearance price...

[wycf]

ordered one. earliest pick up date is nov. 16

thanks op!

[capricorn1267]

The Source is selling this TV for $1749 and the 46" for $1399!

[ivorm]

some people considering this TV may want to check out the thread on the B750 for 1999 at FS.

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/huge-price-drop-samsung-ln52b750-1999-99-a-810121/

[4n2t0]

some people considering this TV may want to check out the thread on the B750 for 1999 at FS.

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/huge-price-drop-samsung-ln52b750-1999-99-a-810121/

Yeah, I cancelled my purchase with Sears. The B610 is $1699 at FS and for $300 more I'm thinking about upgrading to the B750.

[canswim]

I am so tempted. Today is the last day where I can hop on this deal.

I was wondering for the price protection, does that cover for the boxing day sales? As we know FS/BB always have the pricing policy that does not cover any clearance price...

no FS price protection doesn't cover boxing day. Salesman clearly stated that yesterday when i purchased mine

[canswim]

FS has this unit on sale for $1699 right now - looks like i'll be heading back there tomorrow to take advantage of that price guarantee- sweet

[wycf]

I canceled my order at Sears.

I was at FS today and there are 3 models 52" LCD HDTV on sale at the same price $1699: Samsung LN52B619, Toshiba 52XV645U, and Sharp LC52E77U. Can someone compare these three? The sales recommended Samsung though.

[4n2t0]

I canceled my order at Sears.

I was at FS today and there are 3 models 52" LCD HDTV on sale at the same price $1699: Samsung LN52B619, Toshiba 52XV645U, and Sharp LC52E77U. Can someone compare these three? The sales recommended Samsung though.

The salesperson gave you the correct recommendation in my opinion.