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Sony KDL-40V5500 review

Generally excellent internet-enabled and eco-friendly LCD TV

Our Score 4

Last reviewed: 2009-04-28April 28th 2009

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Product Summary

KDL-40V5500

Sony KDL-40V5500

Price at launch

£1,100.00

For

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Good internet features

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Superb HD and SD pictures

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Easy to use

Against

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Internet features are limited right now

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Inconsistent backlight

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