Sony KDL-XBR6, KDL-XBR7, and KDL-XBR8 specs, and release dates!

By on Apr 14, 2008 at 10:42 AM
Exclusive April 14, 2008

What could possibly be better than your 52 inch Sony XBR5 TV? The XBR6, XBR7, and XBR8, of course! If there was any doubt about Sony’s seriousness with the XBR line, we can safely put that to rest right now. We’ve just got a hold of the product roadmap for this year, in addition to full spec sheets on the XBR6, XBR7 and the XBR8. The XBR6 and XBR7 lineup isn’t the most interesting compared to the current models, with modest upgrades like DLNA compliance, TV Guide IPG, "Enhanced" XMB interface, and now BRAVIA Sync capability. Also they sport four HDMI ports instead of three while still keeping both component inputs. There’s also a PC input as well, but it looks like the TVs shed the standard RCA inputs. Then again, will we really miss them?

Here’s where the XBR8 gets really exciting though — TRILUMINOS RGB LED backlight! Yes! That’s what we’re talkin’ about, folks. In addition to the LED backlighting, Sony has thrown in their "Advanced Contrast Enhancer PRO", the new BRAVIA Engine 2 PRO, and all of the other features the XBR6 and XBR7 have. Excited yet? We’re foaming at the mouth. Now you may ask, BG, when can we buy one? Here’s where the roadmap comes into play:

There are a bunch of XBR models coming soon, and that also includes a 32" model as well as a 37" one, too. It looks like we’ll see the KDL-32XBR6 around the middle of May and the KDL-37XBR6 around the middle of July. Also, the KDL-46XBR8 will be launching in August. In September and October, the rest of the other models are set to be released. These include the KDL-40XBR6, KDL-46XBR6, KDL-52XBR6, KDL-40XBR7, KDL-70XBR7, and finally the KDL-52XBR8. Hit the jump for the full spec sheets and roadmap!

Thanks, Al!

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  • http://- seesean

    I am still confused about what i read earlier in this forum. “the XBR5 is better than the 6/7″. I cannot afford to buy the xbr8, not to mention the 40″ is the only thing im considering…xbr6..orxbr7…is their that much in difference??

  • http://- seesean

    i am deciding of what sony to buy -> xbr6 46″ or the xbr7 40″. Quality/picture is more important than size and the only thing that i can tell the diff is the proc engine. Is there really that big of difference between the two??

  • Paul

    Plasmas do have the better color and contrast, but LCDs picture is more clear and detailed. Also, the Samsung A650 -A950 series are better quality for the money than Sony XBRs.

  • Ducky

    This needs updating as it way out of date!

  • lilian

    Original Sony BRAVIA KDL-70XBR7 70 in. TV——$1500usd

    The mind-blowing 70-inch XBR 7 sets the performance standard for large screen HDTVs. Ample connectivity options and the latest in color and motion technology make the 7-Series a must-have for any home theater enthusiast.

    Technical specifications

    Product Type : 70″ LCD TV
    Series : BRAVIA XBR
    Digital Television Certification : HDTV
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    Video Interface : Component, composite, HDMI, S-Video

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  • Jeff Stack

    I returned a Samsung 950 because of excessive blooming and ended up with a Sony 55XBR8 and wow what a difference!
    Absolutely stunning colors and little to no blooming
    this tv blows away the Samsung in every category

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