New Technology Reviews!.: HX293

<div align="center"><img src="http://cdn.mos.techradar.com//classifications/ces2011/Sony-braviahx920-3-200-200.jpg" /></div>Sony refreshed its Bravia television line-up at CES 2011, with the Sony Bravia HX293 being standout.<br />
Sony's Bravias have always oozed style and the HX293 is of no exception, but there is real substance behind the TV as well.<br />
The slight lean on the panel makes sure that the viewing angle of the TV is optimised and the optional stand is definitely a statement of intent.<br />
Within the relatively slim chassis – the HX723 is slimmer but the HX293 packs more of a cinematic punch – there are a number of technological features to make the picture sparkle.<br />
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These include: Intelligent Peak LED, Motionflow XR 800 and 3D viewing with X-reality PRO.<br />
Unlike some other TV manufacturers, Sony is offering two pairs of glasses in the box. Considering active shutter glasses still come at a premium price, this is a decent move by Sony.<br />
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Sony's on-demand service Bravia Internet Video has also been ramped up and can be accessed through the connected Bravia set.<br />
As you are dealing with internet video, Sony has included something called X-Reality PRO which is a dual-chip image processor that is said to produce true-to-life images and can boost low quality pictures from the web to near-HD resolution.<br />
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It is impressive, though you still get artefacts and stutter in the web content – especially on the bigger screens.<br />
You also get Skype compatibility and the HX293 comes bundled with a webcam, which is an added bonus.<br />
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TVs in 2011 are a mash-up of 3D and connected devices, with the Sony HX293 showing off both of these technologies superbly.<br />
UK release date and pricing are still to be confirmed.<br />
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Hands on: Sony Bravia HX293 review

Sony refreshed its Bravia television line-up at CES 2011, with the Sony Bravia HX293 being standout. Sony's Bravias have always oozed s...