Element Proof (almost): The Sony GXD-L64H1 65″ LCD
February 24, 2009 by Derek
Most of the HDTV’s these days are decently durable, but of course, at the prices of many of these devices, you wouldn’t want to touch them with anything but the softest touch, for fear of messing up your cherished panel. With this new entry from Sony, you apparently don’t need to handle it so gently.
Sony’s GXD-L64H1 is apparently an extremely ultra-durable LCD, a 65-inch monster that scored an IP54 on the International Protection Rating chart, meaning it’s (almost) entirely dust-proof and can survive rain/snow showers, wind, whatever. Which we suppose is useful depending on how rough you treat things you pay a lot of money for (and the climate you live in).
Our only problem with this unit (and why it may struggle), the price: The indestructable LCD wonder is due to be available in May, at the rather sky-high ¥1,850,000; that’s about $19,300 USD, so you’ll need to be floating in cash to make this a part of your household.
