I thought the entry model X series is like the most popular plasma model in the Philippines already? They dont have anything lower priced than that except for LCD models - in order to compete against the Koreans price-wise
What Panasonic should realize is that many households in Asia watch under bright lights and they buy HDTVs first and foremost in order to watch TV. An entry-level non glare model should be developed for the Asian market, with image that is bright enough to entice the regular customer even in the store. It doesnt have to be full-HD.
and for crying out loud, "significant savings" in power consumption on an LED or LCD is practically a myth since 2010. I am not sure if local Panasonic dealers even know how to explain that properly to their customers.
and they should show the quality of regular cable/TV broadcast using a Plasma in the stores. soooo lazy to run a cable inside the shops???
Tsismis sa Japan
1. no more "Made In Japan" panel for 2012 models except perhaps the 65 inch
2. the Japanese VT5 model will use the VT50 panel and the GT50 bezel design. similarly, the Japanese GT5 model will use the GT50 panel and the ST50 bezel design. i still havent figured out the logic behind such strategy but as long as the panel is top-notch, I guess it's ok.
3. Glossy plasmas have all been phased-out in Japan. no more ST series, just VT and GT.
4. Panasonic will be releasing a bluetooth active shutter 3D glass for its plasmas as in improvement to its current IR glasses. also, it will offer passive tech 3D in a particular line of LED TVs.
They should instead attempt to convince more users to try plasma. Release low-end plasmas for the average consumer, and a few high-end plasmas for the HT enthusiasts. The market exists, they just don't know it.