Actually, the Samsung LN40C630 does have a semi-matte panel..we have a bright, sunlit living room, with a big window; the Samsung is in this room. The semi-matte screen is specifically designed to be NON-REFLECTIVE..so we can see the screen without having the window, or lights reflect in the screen..it’s a good design..I’ve seen the Samsung LN40C650 HDTV set..and other models as well.. these sets have CLEAR screens, they are very much like MIRRORS..highly reflective.
Have you actually taken the time to go look at these Samsung semi-matte screens, personally? If you haven’t seen them yet, I think you might be surprised. These semi-matte panels are very good, NON reflective screens.
Heres’ the thread for the SAMSUNG LNxxC630/C650 model on www.AVSFORUM.com = http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1234637
They only have the reflective screens at Costco, which is the retailer everyone is suggesting for the warranty...
"Just a quick update. The bottom line is that after living with the C630 we took it back. Calibration produces excellent results when viewed directly. However, room glare (wish it had a matte screen) and off-angle viewing issues where the colors fade out degraded the picture too much for us. We'll probably wait for future offerings, or turn to S"
BC, What are your thoughts on LED lit LCDs, if you don't mind my asking? Do you have any experience with them?