Philips 52PFL9703H

By DigitalVersus on September 02, 2009

This television is identical except for one detail to the 42PFL7603H which we tested. The latter is equipped with an HD tuner while there isn’t one in the PFL7603D. It’s a detail that isn’t unimportant because HD cable will come to...

By Televisions on May 04, 2009

Thanks to an excellent, bright tuner-picture, sensible features, and relatively rich sound, the Philips is a great everyday TV. On the other hand, the low contrast ratio and lack of 24p-playback...

By Tech2 on November 29, 2008

PerformanceThe first thing to be noted are the numerous options and element in the menu, which is only to be expected with such a high number of features. Calibrating this beast is not only fun, but also quite mentally engaging.First, the user preset...

By Whathifi.com on November 09, 2008

Some manufacturers seek to persuade you it's possible to make a 42in LCD TV discreet. knows that's nonsense, so instead chooses to make its big tellies as elegant and interesting as possible. The extensive specification, Philips' unique ...

By TechRadar on October 11, 2008

With the credit crunch biting ever harder, I cant help but feel sorry for the Philips 42PFL9703D: a 42in LCD TV thats pretty much the definition of a luxury telly. Or rather, I would feel sorry for it if I werent so busy snogging its face off....

By Trusted Reviews on August 19, 2008

Until we get our hands on Philips’ new generation of Aurea TVs, with their unique light-frame design, the brand’s PFL9703D models represent the pinnacle of the brand’s current TV range. So not surprisingly we’re pretty excited to...

By Gadget Guy Australia on August 12, 2008

A networked TV with super computers? Perhaps thats what we need today. And perfect? Well, not quite. The Philips Cineos 42PFL9703 TV does, however, succeed in delivering the best picture quality from an LCD TV that Ive yet experienced. RRP: $3299.00...

By CNET UK on August 06, 2008

This is the most impressive Philips TV we've seen for some time. The picture and sound quality are both excellent and the Ambilight is an improvement over the older two strip version. It does add to the movie experience, although perhaps not enough...

By Good Gear Guide on August 04, 2008

It has all the right specifications, but an imperfect 100Hz mode and a lack of inputs for older devices stop the 42PFL903D being an easy choice....

By CNET Australia on July 03, 2008

We had high hopes for the Philips 42PFL9703D, but a poorly performing 100Hz mode and some set-up quirks means the TV isnt the Bravia killer we first thought....