LG 55LW980

LG 55LW980 review

LG's 55LW980 is the first TV we've seen from the company to use its new Nano technology. This is a filter that's placed between the screen and the LED backlighting to reduce haloing and banding problems associated with LED screens. The set is crammed to the gills with other features too, including passive 3D support, built in Wi-Fi and Internet TV services. It's seriously pricey, however, costing a not inconsiderable £2,800. The 55LW980 uses LG's new user interface, which is one of the best out there. It's centred around a home screen that's accessed from a dedicated Home button on the remote. Here you can enter the main setup menu, where you'll find the comprehensive picture controls that include a colour management system as well as white balance settings. The menu system makes good use of colour and graphics. The menus make heavy use of colour and graphics, so they're very easy on the eye. We also like the way LG has included a picture wizard that makes it easy for even those with limited technical knowledge to correctly tweak the contrasts, brightness and colour settings. We've got no complaints about the electronic programme guide (EPG) either.