I did a lot of research before I took the plunge and bought this TV and it has not disappointed. I visited a few shops, compared picture quality and price - and then bought it cheaper on the internet!
It's black, chic and funky-looking so it does not look like a monstrosity in the corner of your room when it's turned off. When on, its picture is defined, clear and vibrant - much preferable to many other t.v.s. Sound quality is also clear and crisp. Also, 26" seems plenty big enough for my semi-deteached living room.
I have my tv connected to cable + a dvd player + a video player and it all works fine and dandy. I dread having to set up t.v.s but the Samsung was ok.
The remote control is easy to operate.
I have had the t.v for around four years now and there has been no problem. I'm glad about this because this was a worry when I bought it over the internet (I didn't want to return it in the post!)
The only downside is that the shiny black surface can show the dust. It needs cleaning with a very soft cloth because I put a few marks on the base once in my vigorous cleaning routine.