High definition is an expensive and complicated thing so there will be huge numbers who really won't be bitten by the HD bug at all. And it's precisely these people that Sharp is aiming at with its LC-26P50E

When it comes to LCD TVs, Sharp produces some of the finest around. In fact, they're so good that Loewe often uses Sharp panels in its products. That's not to say the two 32in LCDs are the same, however

The bell for last orders seems to be ringing for tube sets and Sharp is one of the keenest manufacturers to call time.The trouble has been, however,a perception in the public's mind that flatscreens were either an expensive videophiles' toy....

The 17in LL-171ME from Sharp is competitively priced at around £400 and, with a screen resolution of 1,280 x 768, ought to be able to display that extra bit of detail that's been lacking from some other LCD screens

As well as having an integrated Freeview tuner, the LC-32GD1E is very easy on the eye. Clad in titanium, its futuristic, angular desktop stand and twin-curved speaker grille haven't exactly been beaten with the ugly stick either

There's no doubt in our minds that Sharp is currently at the cutting-edge of the large LCD game. But can the company also convince when the going gets small and cheap?

Coming at us all slimmer than most and attractive in its titanium finish, the Sharp LC-32GD1E is very easy on the eye. Its futuristic, angular desktop stand and twin-curved speaker grille haven't exactly been beaten with the ugly stick either.

A quick look at the specification sheet reveals the Sharp LL-171ME to be a little light on features - though at this low price that's to be expected. Happily, however, straight out of the box it looks attractive and keeps the initial setup simple

The first thing you'll notice about the LC-37HV4E is its clean design. It may not be the thinnest screen around, but it's very attractive, with all the manual controls atop the set. Speakers are supplied and can be fitted to the sides of the panel.

Having seen its previous LCD offering, when Sharp came up with its Aquos range of LCDs - of which this 37in is one - we couldn't wait to run a series of tests. So let's consider what is one of the world's slimmest large LCDs

Sharp's new 37in LCD throws the plasma versus LCD debate wide open, and should help LCD challenge the dominance of plasma.The LC-37GD1E also boasts a remarkably narrow screen frame and a striking lack of rear-end depth...

Sharp has been one of the front runners in the LCD TV race for some time now. But, while heaping praise upon Sharp for its sterling work in this field, we can't help but feel that the rest of the pack is starting to catch up.

Setting up the LL-171ME really couldn't be easier. Autotuning goes through the motions quickly and efficiently, and an above-average remote control works in perfect harmony with a set of dull but nobrainer onscreen menus

If ever there was an LCD screen really looking to shake things up and cause a stir - rather than the usual ripple - in the world of TVs, the LC-37GD1E would have to be it. Not only does it look the proverbial mutt's nuts...

While everyone else became obsessed with plasma, Sharp quietly beavered on with its own pet project: LCD. And now, with LCD screens selling like hot cakes and threatening to banish plasma to the scrap heap, it's Sharp who's having the last laugh.

The wireless LC-15L1E accepts 802.11b signals from a centrally located box, which emits all data received through the many connections. It features a rechargeable battery, and handle so that it can be taken anywhere within a 25m range