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Philips Essence 42PES0001 review

Philips' foray into super-skinny TVs

Our Score 4

Last reviewed: 2009-04-20April 20th 2009

Price at launch £1,900.00
MPN 42PES0001D10
Dimensions 982 x 662 x 38
Weight (kg) 16.5
1080p Output Yes
720p/1080i Output Yes
Additional Features Separate Multimedia Receiver
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Brightness 500
Connectivity 2 x SCART, CAM Slot, Component Video, Composite Video, HDMI, RF Antenna Input, S-video, Stereo Audio, USB
Display Resolution 1920 x 1080
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Yes
HD Ready Yes
HDMI Ports 3
No of HDMI Connectors 3
Speaker Details 2 x 15w
Display Size 42
Display Technology LCD

Product Summary

42PES0001

Philips 42PES0001

Price at launch

£1,900.00

For

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Excellent form factor and build

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Involving HD pictures

Against

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Not user-friendly

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Separate media box not for everyone

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