The Sony bandwagon rolls on; this is another simple to use set that produces brilliant big-screen images

Friendly paint program for children

Lack of online content and copy-protected music are problems, but no HDMI is a major headache

Still a gorgeous-looking and highly capable HD projector. This fine unit receives six stars, especially at its competitive price.

The IN78 looks every bit as enticing from the outside, but its performance has slowly been surpassed

In a group of amazing quality, the JVC still stands out as an astounding performer at a very fair price

The Sim2’s pictures are a thrill in every way – if $13,000's your limit, it’s the prime candidate

Powerful & modern paint program

An older screen that was one of the best we'd seen, but with a price premium that was too much for us – haggle hard

Nothing revolutionary, but this simple and affordable music-production program feels both mature and modern

Philips flagship TV from 2007 is a good benchmark, with plenty of worthwhile technology substance to fine effect alongside the original styling