With the economy still in the toilet, many consumers are holding off on big purchases of electronic devices like TVs. Those who are buying are shopping for lower cost products and looking for value over raw features often.

The numbers for LCD TV shipments for Q2 2009 are in and Vizio has grabbed the top spot again in U.S. LCD TV shipment. The firm is tops in the 21.5 to 24-inch, 26-inch, 32-inch, and 37-inch panel size and leads in year over year growth for 40-inch and over 1080p sets.

When you think Suzuki, you think motorcycles. This is a different Suzuki. They’ve created a new budget netbook dubbed the Neutron 701 MNI. It will make you so happy you’ll be doing the Neutron dance. It features a 7.1 inch display that also functions as a touchscreen.

The netbook works as a tablet PC and has a screen that swivels. Under the hood it has an Atom Z520 processor, up to 4GB of RAM, 3 USB ports, a VGA output, Express Card slot, WiFi at b/g speeds, Bluetooth, 1.3 Megapixl camera, 56k Modem for some reason and a 5 in 1 card reader.

Sharp has a new 52-inch LED HDTV in its AQUOS line, the LC52LE700UN. The widescreen 52 incher supports full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate, 4ms response time, 450 cd/m2 brightness and a viewing angle of 176 degrees.

You’ll also get the usual connectivity ports: four HDMI, USB, 2 components, 2 composite and a VGA PC. This TV also features AQUOS Net, Sharp’s internet service for games, weather reports and stocks etc. The Sharp AQUOS LC52LE700UN LED HDTV is now available for purchase for just under $2,000 if you like the specs.

Here’s something you don’t see everyday. We like it. Samsung has launched the ND10 netbook and is allowing you to purchase it OS free. By being free and unshackled of any OS, it allows the buyer to choose what ever OS they want to install, whether it’s XP, Android or Linux.

The ND10 is pretty similar to the NC10 in specs and sports a 10.2 inch screen, an Intel Atom N270 processor and over seven hours of battery life. They are pretty much the same, with you saving $50 by installing your own OS.

TriGem Computer is offering a quartet of new LCD monitors for the South Korean market. The TGL 2000A (20-inch), TGL 2250A (21.6-inch), TGL 2300A (23-inch) and TGL 2400A (23.6-inch). These LCD monitors feature a built-in digital TV tuner, 16:9 aspect ratio, 2ms response time, 20,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, integrated speakers, and DVI and HDMI connectors.

The 2250A, 2300A and 2400A all have a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, while the 2000A offers a resolution of 720p. The 23.6-inch TGL 2400A should hit stores for the price of $362.

Pocket Lucho is known for building awesome mini-arcade cabinets using vintage game consoles. And after spending five months perfecting an earlier Neo Geo cabinet design, he has posted some detailed info on this awesome project.

He used a Neo Geo MVS mv1b board, 5-inch PSOne LCD, and Space Invaders Play TV controls. He attached the control panel and the PS one display with magnets make the wiring more accessible, and check out that detailed exterior design. Amazing work all around.

Panasonic Japan has announced two new plasma HDTVs, the 65-inch TH-P65V1 and the 58-inch TH-P58V1. Both feature Panasonic’s latest neoPDP panel technology with a contrast ratio of 40,000:1, along with the usual VIERACast streaming media and internet widgets. Both also feature an SD/SDHC card slot so you can play back video, pictures and music, even AVCHD footage directly from an HD camcorder.

There’s also 1080/24p Full HD support, plus a virtual 5.1 surround sound system. It also sports a cool CCTV feature that integrates with up to four different wireless security cameras.

If you are like me, you have probably been rocking the HDTV for several years now. Many consumers still haven’t moved to the HD world. I feel like I am walking into the 60′s when I go to my in-laws and see their massive 27-inch CRT TV sitting on the entertainment center.

According to a new report from CTAM, HDTVs have gained significantly in reach in American homes. The report claims that 53% of America homes now have HDTVs in use. That number is up 18% over 2008. The report also says that of that 53% owning HDTVs, 59% own sets with screens 32-inches or larger.

Sharp has unveiled the LE600 and LE700 LED TV series. The LE600 comes in 32-inch, 40-inch and 46-inch sizes, while the LE700 has all of those plus a 52-inch model. Both the LE600 and LE700 series feature Full HD resolution, LED backlights, a contrast ratio of 4,000:1, Sharp’s “X-Gen Panel” with proprietary “Mega Contrast” and “Brilliant colour Processor” technology.

The Sharp LE700 beats the LE600 with a quick 4ms response time, four HDMI ports, and a USB port for playback of MP3 and JPEG files from a USB Flash drive.

HP announced a brand new display yesterday. The 2709m is the largest LCD for the mainstream computer market. At 27-inches, it features 1080p and can be used as a TV as well if you like. It sports an HDMI input as well as VGA and DVI, so you can hook up all of your DVD players etc.

Other features include tilting for viewing angles and a built-in 4-watt speaker system. You can get the HP 2709m LCD display starting today for about $500 on the company’s site. The 2709m also sports a dynamic contrast ratio of 30,000:1 and an anti-glare coating, so you can expect a bright colorful picture.

BenQ has announced their upcoming 23.6-inch LCD TV that doubles as a standard PC monitor. This one would make a great secondary monitor. It features Senseye Human Vision Technology which enhances the color, clarity and contrast of video content. The MK2442 has a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, with a 5ms response time, brightness of 300 cd/2, 1000:1 contrast ratio and a built-in TV tuner.

It also sports two 5W speakers for decent sound. On the connectivity side, you get: D-Sub, S-Video, SCART, Composite, Component and HDMI 1.3.

Vudu has announced that its service will be integrated in a number of LG televisions. Previously, Vudu had it’s own set top box to deliver the videos. It’s a smart move as this will make things cheaper for users being integrated in the TV and Vudu has to make less hardware.

The new VUDU also brings instant fast forward and rewind and instant start for all movie qualities, and there’s no monthly fee associated with the service. The following LG TVs will feature the new Vudu VOD service: 60PS80, 50PS80, 47LH50, 42LH50 (60, 50, 47 an 42 inches).

Acer is offering a trio of new affordable LCD displays to the Japanese market. The 17-inch V173Bbm, 20-inch P205Hbmd and 21-inch H223HQFbd. The 17-inch V173Bbm features a native resolution of 1280 x 1024 pixels, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 250cd/m2 brightness, 160/160 degrees viewing angle, 1W +1 W built-in stereo speakers and low power consumption.(14W)

The 20-inch P205Hbmd sports a 1600 x 900 resolution, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 300cd/m2 brightness, 160/160 degrees viewing angle and 1W +1 W built-in stereo speakers. While the 21-inch H223HQFbd supports a full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, 5ms response time, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 300cd/m2 brightness and 160/170 degrees viewing angle.

Most kids have a 14 to 20 something inch TV in their room. This kid has a 98-inch screen installed in his ceiling. And we, like you, are jealous. Patti Deni (Our candidate for mom of the year) had it installed for her son. At it’s heart the setup is an NEC projector along with some Draper projection mirrors, which fills that huge StarGlas60 display with full HD images than can be viewed from almost any angle.

This install couldn’t have been easy. Word is they had to reframe and reinforce the ceiling to do it. Now that’s an awesome mom.

Forget the fact that this thing looks like some hopped up PSP wearing bright orange sunglasses. The extremely eye-catching WiFi Tv is basically a handheld internet television that is designed to access on-demand TV services that are available on the internet.

The idea is that TV shows and films can be streamed straight from the internet to the 6-inch touchscreen display. It boasts two slide-out speakers that supposedly provide a comfortable hand position, though we don’t see it. There’s even storage for Bluetooth headphones and a charging point.