1. 46-inch 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel provides optimum resolution from any HDTV
2. Dynamic contrast works in real time to produce deep blacks in darker scenes as well as fine details
3. Engineered for fast-action sports, movies and games, Motionflow 120Hz technology
4. Seven HD inputs, including four HDMI inputs, HD component and combo inputs, and a PC input
5. BRAVIA Link compatibility lets you expand your HDTV's capabilities with BRAVIA Link modules, such as BRAVIA DVD Link
6. Unique Sony technology to reduce visual noise, improve color, and sharpen overall image

Editorial Review :

For consumers who want an HDTV that keeps pace with fast-action movies, sports, and game play, Sony BRAVIA V-Series Flat Panel HDTVs combine Full HD 1080p performance and Motionflow 120Hz technology for an amazing viewing experience. Motionflow 120Hz takes both high-definition and standard programming a step further by increasing sharpness and detail in fast-moving images for more fluid, natural motion. In addition, BRAVIA V-Series HDTVs use proprietary Image Blur Reduction technology to further enhance the picture for even better performance. The HDTVs also feature BRAVIA Engine 2 technology, which uses exclusive Sony algorithms to reduce visual noise and sharpen and enhance an already-striking dynamic contrast ratio. Additionally, they include seven versatile HD connections to ensure you get impressive image quality from all your HD components. Take advantage of four HDMI inputs, component and composite inputs, and a PC input, as well as a USB input that lets you play audio files from USB storage devices, or connect a compatible camera to your HDTV for a quick and easy slide show. Sony knows your home theater set-up doesn't stop with your HDTV, which is why the BRAVIA V-Series HDTVs are compatible with BRAVIA Link Modules -- including the BRAVIA Wireless Link, BRAVIA DVD Link, and BRAVIA Input Link Modules (all sold separately). The HDTVs also support BRAVIA SyncTM technology so you can control all of your compatible devices with a single remote. And all BRAVIA HDTVs exceed ENERGY STAR 3.0 requirements for in-use and stand-by power consumption, meaning you don't need a lot of power to get a lot of performance.

Customer Review :

Be Careful When Purchasing This Item

We purchased this TV in Nov, 2009 and hooked it up using the HDMI cables. The set worked great for a few days and then starting losing the sound and picture. Assuming it was our local cable companies issue we contacted them. Five months and six cable boxes later the cable company informed us there was nothing more they could do and to contact Sony which we did. Sony immediately set up an in home service call. The repair tech called to confirm and told us they are aware of the problem and know exactly what's causing it. A BM3? board has been ordered. Why hasn't Sony contacted the consumer about the issue? In the meatime the set is hooked up to component cables, 5 cables total, just to view the TV in HD and it works fine. One of the reasons we purchased it was for the HDMI advantage and Sony's reputaion. Be very careful when purchasing this product. We are extremely dissappointed.

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Firmware update to correct issues

I've had 2 of these TVs since december 2009. One of the tv had the HDMI input fail and not knowing there was a firmware update, had it returned and bestbuy replaced it with the kdl-46ex500. Essential the same TV just updated for 2010 with a swivel base, a detachable power cord and more jpeg, mp4, mp3 (etc..) support. But, it lacks a clock. Now the second tv's HDMI's input failed and after an hour of trouble shooting, I unplugged the tv and then plugged it back it and it basically rebooted tv and cleared the issue. After some research, I see there is a firmware update available from sony. You can call and have them send it to you or download it and do it yourself. The customer support rep also mentioned that there is another update beyond that (E3 version) but only if the current update fails to correct your issues. Check sonystyle, Here's the link [...] Other than this, great TV for the price got it black friday from sonystyle with a 120gb ps3 for $1000

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Audio Problems

Within days of purchase I began having audio dropouts when changing channels. I checked the reviews here and found many others with same problem. I contacted Sony technical support for advice. Their response was that there are no known problems with this model, they do not pay attention to reviews made on other websites and they gave me a link for a fix that absolutely nothing to do with the problem I described to them.

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samsung make better lcd

i own this lcd since december 2009. the picture quality is great but i hate the audio output because it's fixed audio, not variable. i have a klipsch promedia 2.1 hooked up to it, i can't adjust the volume with the sony remote. i have to physically walk up to my speakers to change the audio. i also lost steady sound option, so the volume dynamic is pretty annoying. i am never buying sony tv again. buy samsung instead! they're tv is better in every respect.

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Solid matte screen. Sharp picture but has a terrible color shifting bug.

I'll keep it short. The image is sharp. The non-glossy screen is way nicer than Samsung's. The sound is decent for a flat-panel, although still don't expect any miracles. The TV has a huge software/firmware glitch though and it really does detract from the enjoyment. There is something wrong with auto white balance control. It shifts like crazy during certain shows or scenes. Anything with a solid blue background such as Colbert report or anything Fox News makes the thing go crazy. I have the latest and greatest firmware and it does not correct the issue. Sony is aware and you can see lots of videos on YouTube and read about it. It really makes the skin tones go nuts. I've tried adjusting the ACE and other recommended solutions. It is annoying, but tolerable if you can get the TV for the right price. Like many others, I was very annoyed at the glare from the Samsung which is what drove me to go Sony. In retrospect, I wish I would have gotten the Samsung.

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1. 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution Panel (1920x1080)
2. TRILUMINOS RGB Dynamic LED Backlight Display
3. BRAVIA Engine 2 PRO fully digital video processor
4. Motionflow 120Hz PRO technology
5. DMex capable

Editorial Review :

The Sony BRAVIA XBR8-Series HDTVs represent the next step forward for Sony HDTV technology. Underpinning this advance is the TRILUMINOS RGB Dynamic LED backlight, which utilizes clusters of red, green, and blue LEDs to produce accurate colors and an amazingly realistic image, and employs local dimming to dynamically adjust the brightness of LED clusters, allowing the XBR8 to display deep blacks alongside bright whites for enhanced image depth and exceptional shadow detail. Motionflow 120Hz PRO technology creates new frames to double the frame rate, then uses sequential scanning to enhance motion and deliver a smoother and clearer picture, and 24p True Cinema lets you experience a cinema-like experience. BRAVIA XBR8-Series HDTVs also feature the powerful BRAVIA Engine 2 PRO fully digital video processor, which creates sharp, crystal-clear images at any resolution, as well as advanced color reproduction technologies including 10-bit processing and a 10-bit panel, Live Color Creation, and x.v.Color capability. DMex functionality lets you expand the capabilities of the BRAVIA XBR8-Series with optional BRAVIA Link modules, including the BRAVIA Internet Video Link, BRAVIA Wireless Link, BRAVIA DVD Link, and BRAVIA Input Link (all sold separately). In addition, the exclusive Xross Media Bar (XMB) user interface, integrated TV Guide Interactive Program Guide, and BRAVIA Sync one-touch component control make the BRAVIA XBR8-Series HDTVs easy to use, and the large number of inputs offer you a wide range of connectivity options. BRAVIA XBR8-Series HDTVs also feature an RS-232C connection for integration into home automation systems. You can even customize the timeless design of the BRAVIA XBR8-Series by adding optional speaker grilles available in a selection of designer colors (sold separately)

Customer Review :

Pricey?

Don't understand why e1 keeps saying this TV is pricey. Just purchased one yesterday from Best Buy who was running a special to get rid of their Sony surround sound units with wires. For the TV AND Blue Ray Player & Sony surround sound, including PA's 6% sales tax, it was $1670. Now that is not cheap. But it's not out of hand compared to other TV's and packages. I hope it lasts as long as the Sony Console that we purchased in 1989 for $999.

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great led tv

the sony led tv as the best picture and the sound is the best for any 46 inch.the playstation works and looks great with this tv the remote will work with playstation with a HDMI wire which is a plus. this led tv with the floating speakers looks great on the wall.

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Super picture!

The quality of the picture is the best attribute of the 46XBR8. The blacks are jet black and the colors pop. The matte screen is great for avoiding reflections in rooms with windows and bright natural sunlight.

The quality of the built in audio is reasonable for a television but does not compare with a dedicated home theater system.

Installation was simple and the packaging was protective but easy to unpack.

The 46XBR8 is not particularly featureful...it lacks built in internet connectivity. There are external modules that Sony offers for several functions.

Now that the price of this Bravia television has come down, it is a very compelling buy. I have been pleased thus far.

Rating :

Still the king

Pro's

-Amazing picture in gaming and 1080p blu-ray quality video
-Matte screen, extremely helpful in preventing glare
-multitude of methods to adjust picture settings, even though the picture looks amazing right out of the box.
-Speakers are adequate
-Price is sweet considering this is still one of the best tv's of all time.
-Get full 18 month warranty
-Motion processing does its job well, and works well in fast action.

Cons
-Menu system has shown its age compared to the newer models, but its a minor issue
-SD, 720p, and 1080i broadcasting can look horrible on this tv, as well as any other lower quality video or gaming, such as the playstation 1 or 2 but thats not the tv's fault. (just thought you should know)
-This tv is pretty thick,and there might be people who don't like that, but it doesn't bother me.
-A lot of useless features that i didn't find useful, such as looking at pictures, and streaming music (but you need an Ethernet cable and modem to be able to do it)

Now the top question you all are thinking.

Is the tv worth the money?, the answer is hell yes. for being 2008 model it is better than any LED tv on the market today.

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Sony Bravia

We love our new Sony!! It was delivered very quickly and their customer support people were great.

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1. 32 inch Full HD LCD HDTV
2. Full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080) CCFL backlit LCD
3. Integrated Blu-ray Disc player
4. BRAVIA Internet Video - Instantly stream a wide variety of movies, TV episodes, videos and music from a large selection of entertainment apps
5. Wi-Fi Adapter Ready - Enjoy the convenience of wireless connectivity for your home entertainment network and make accessing your online entertainment

Editorial Review :

Not only do LightSensor and Ambient sensor technologies customize light and color performance to your viewing area, but in combination with Dynamic Backlight Control, they help earn the KDL-32EX40B an ENERGY STAR certification. Further, a Full HD 1080p panel is ideal for use with HD sources like the integrated Blu-ray Disc player, HD satellite, and HD gaming consoles. Look to four HDMI inputs for optimal HD connectivity, and a USB port for access to video, music, and photos on a laptop, thumbdrive, or MP3 player.

Customer Review :

This is a ALL IN ONE TV

I was looking to buy an LCD TV for past 1 year and specifically want Internet content. It paid off with SONY KDL32EX40B. It has internet content, it has Blu Ray player, excellent menu design, easy to operate, all in one functionalities.I ordered immediately and I got TV 3 days ago. It has easy quick setup guide. The remote control is easy to type for internet use and the manual is very user friendly to look for specific information. With this TV, there is no need for seperate box of DVD/BD players and couple of remotes to operate.

The TV switched on perfectly and blu ray was able to play DVD's, CD and of course Blu Ray Discs. Now its time to connect LAN cable to TV. Here started the trouble. The TV just got hanged when I turn it OFF and turn it ON back again because of Internet connectivity. when i disconnected the LAN cable, it works fine, but freezes when connected to Internet.I called Sony Customer Care and they asked to reset the TV to Factory settings. But still no use. so they sent a new replacement TV. To my frustation, this TV also came up with same issue. When i called customer care, they escalated to Product support specialist and they assisted to DOWNLOAD new FIRMWARE and installed it to TV. Awesome, it works now !!

TV's which are manufactured before June 18th (Sony released new firmware for this TV - [...]) have this problem of freeze and reboot by itself.

I am bit disappointed with Sony, if it has released firmware for particular model then why it hasn't updated at the time of shipping or atleast it should advised when i called for Sony customer care for first time rather than sending replacement TV.

I am enjoying this TV with all internet content fully loaded and its an amazing piece if you have home theatre system too.


at Glance:

PROS : Integrated Blu Ray Player, Internet Content (youtube, netflix, quirocity etc..,)
CONS : Software initialization (internet content & Home menu) takes some time (15-30 seconds to load) when Turn it ON..but its not an issue anyway.


Rating :

Sony Does It Again

I never understood why Sony stopped offering integrated DVD players in their LCD televisions. It seems so obvious that you don't want a box laying around when the LCD is mounted to the wall. Now we are back to simplicity -- one power cord, one box. We bought this for our daughter and she loves it. We will buy another one for her little sister this summer.

Now if they can figure out how to make televisions "cable ready" again, as they were for the prior 25 years, that will be awesome.

I bought my first Sony in 1991 as the first piece of furniture in my apartment. It still has a great picture, as do the other 7 I have purchased since. You never regret buying Sony televisions, vcrs, laserdisc / dvd / blu ray players. They are the one and only.

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1. 16:9 Full HD 1080p Resolution (1920x1080p) LCD Panel
2. Motionflow™ 120Hz - clear, smooth motion for DVDs, TV
3. DMex ™ compatible; allows seamless feature upgrades
4. Enhanced XMB™ with 3D graphics incl. TV Guide
5. HDMI™ x4, HD Component x2, PC Input

Editorial Review :

Ready for a TV and a technology that will change the way you see TV and movies? Sony's 1080p KDL-52W4100 with Motionflow™ 120Hz technology creates a new standard for picture performance, with smooth, lifelike image quality that responds to the demands of even the fastest moving images with ease. Add to that unique features like the enhanced Xross Media Bar® with 3D graphics and integrated TV Guide program information, built-in DMex functionality, and other picture quality technologies like BRAVIA Engine 2™ and ACE contrast enhancement, and you can see why we call the W-series the new standard in 120Hz performance.

Customer Review :

Stay AWAY !!!! Panel went after 18 months $2700 just for the part!

Bought this tv and after 18 months the panel is going bad. Sony wants $2700.00 just for the part not including the labor. That is more that the TV cost and I could afford to buy 2 tv's for same cost as the panel. Stay away from this tv!!! Sony support will only offer a small dsicount which is still higher than the cost of a new tv.... Stay AWAY!!! If you are smart you will buy another tv and not this one. Sony support will be no help at all...

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Disappointed in the Sony Bravia W series KDL-52W4100 52 inch 1080 120Hz LCD HDTV

THIS WAS AN EXPENSIVE TV AND WE EXPECTED IT TO LAST A FEW YEARS. LESS THAN 18 MOS FROM TIME IT WAS INSTALLED GOT WHITE HORIZONAL LINES WHICH ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SCREEN, VERY ANNOYING. OF COURSE 1 YR WARRANTY AND THEN YOU'RE ON YOUR OWN. DON'T EVEN CONSIDER THIS TV IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUY, WE WERE VERY CAREFUL, NEVER MOVED THE TV AFTER INSTALLATION, NO GAMES WERE PLAYED ON IT, AND TAKEN VERY GOOD CARE OF IT. SO DISGUSTED WITH THIS PRODUCT, $2000.00 TV SHOULD LAST LONGER THAN 18 MOS.

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Screen went black after 18 months

I purchased my 52 inch Sony Bravia on January 18, 2009. Until three days ago I loved it. Anyone who came in my house would comment on a clarity of the image. Delivery of the set by Amazon was flawless. Three days ago we were watching the TV and the screen went black. No prior warnings, it just went black. The only reason we knew it was not off, was a small blinking red light on the bottom right corner. A phone call to Sony only told us "it's an LCD panel error" and we needed to have a certified Sony repair service come to the house. Well, the repair man just left (a $95 house call). The estimate to replace the T-CON part is $537. This is very disappointing after spending over $1800 on this set only 18 months ago. My advice is to choose another brand, or invest in the extended warrenty.

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Sony Bravia W-Series 52 inch LCD HDTV

This TV is awesome! We are so happy to order it from Amazon.com and shipping was quick. It arrived in excellent condition and setup was quick. We had HD already so we connected the Direct Tv to the big screen in 20 min. The picture quality was incredible in HD and great in regular Tv. The sound is average but we have it hooked up to an entertainment system to enjoy movies and video games. We believe in Sony and wouldn't purchase any other brand.

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everything was good for the past 18 months but the panel went bad last week

maybe a bad luck. my 52w4100 went down last week after i purchsed it 18 months ago.
the panel went bad. verical lines were all across the screen. the color faded...I am looking for a new TV to replace it. just felt I can't trust SONY anymore...

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1. 16:9 Full HD 1080P Resolution Panel
2. Dynamic Contrast
3. Bravia Engine 2 Fully Digital Video
4. Bravia Link Compatibility
5. Motionflow 120Hz Technology

Editorial Review :

For consumers who want an HDTV that keeps pace with fast-action movies, sports, and game play, Sony BRAVIA V-Series Flat Panel HDTVs combine Full HD 1080p performance and Motionflow 120Hz technology for an amazing viewing experience. Motionflow 120Hz takes both high-definition and standard programming a step further by increasing sharpness and detail in fast-moving images for more fluid, natural motion. In addition, BRAVIA V-Series HDTVs use proprietary Image Blur Reduction technology to further enhance the picture for even better performance. The HDTVs also feature BRAVIA Engine 2 technology, which uses exclusive Sony algorithms to reduce visual noise and sharpen and enhance an already-striking dynamic contrast ratio. Additionally, they include seven versatile HD connections to ensure you get impressive image quality from all your HD components. Take advantage of four HDMI inputs, component and composite inputs, and a PC input, as well as a USB input that lets you play audio files from USB storage devices, or connect a compatible camera to your HDTV for a quick and easy slide show. Sony knows your home theater set-up doesn't stop with your HDTV, which is why the BRAVIA V-Series HDTVs are compatible with BRAVIA Link Modules -- including the BRAVIA Wireless Link, BRAVIA DVD Link, and BRAVIA Input Link Modules (all sold separately). The HDTVs also support BRAVIA SyncTM technology so you can control all of your compatible devices with a single remote. And all BRAVIA HDTVs exceed ENERGY STAR 3.0 requirements for in-use and stand-by power consumption, meaning you don't need a lot of power to get a lot of performance.

Customer Review :

A beautiful television -after firmware update

I purchased this tv for 825.00$ on display and I cannot find a single flaw with this tv after I received the firmware update through Sony.

For an LCD television, the blacks are incredible and blu-rays looked unbelievable!

I use my PS3 for games as well and with the GameMode On, there is no lag when playing games.

You always pay a little more for Sony products but it is well worth it! I compared this television to many other models like Toshiba, Samsung and Panasonic and I found the Sony to be the best out there.



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Sony Bravia V-Series

I have had this TV for about 5 weeks and it was easy to set up and the color after some minor adjustments is great. I have owned several Sony TV's and they have all been great. This one rates a 5 star rating also.

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Can We Just Go Back to the Trinitron?

In the past, I have always had good luck with Sony TV's, and during the 1990's I had a Sony 32" Trinitron that provided a picture and sound that was superb in every respect, the state of the art for the time. It was with some disappointment, therefore, that I found that the TV industry's venture into the Brave New World of HD has saddled an entire generation of TV viewers with substandard sets that are in many respects far worse than the non-HD sets they have replaced. The Sony Bravia series is, unfortunately, no exception to this rule.

The Sony Bravia KDL-40V5100 is best when viewing live sports events. If you like to watch golf, basketball and football, and little else, this is the TV for you. Unfortunately, the Bravia does not do as well in other situations. Here are some of the flaws I have noticed:

(1) Picture problems. The only settings that produce an acceptable picture are in the Vivid range. Turning off the automatic contrast enhancer helps, but the picture quality in most cases is still unacceptable. At its best, the picture is sharp and crisp, giving great definition, but even on many HD channels there is considerable degradation of picture quality, with feathering and blurring quite noticeable.

The less said about non-HD channels the better. The picture performance in non-HD is abysmal, with dark scenes turning black and light scenes whiting out.

Similarly, no matter what the player, non-HD DVDs upconvert poorly. Using an ordinary non-HD TV to play DVDs is a far better choice, and an important one if, like me, you have a large collection of these now obsolete items.

Moreover, for anyone who has a multi-system non-HD TV set (i.e., one that can play PAL and SECAM in addition to the inferior NTSC format used in the USA), the picture quality for DVDs is so much better than on the Sony Bravia that there is really no comparison.

In addition, of course, the Sony Bravia series has significant fading problems when viewed from the side, and it is grossly inferior in this respect to Plasma and normal non-HD TV sets.

(2) Screen. The high gloss screen and plastic borders are totally unsuited to TV viewing. A Matte screen and non-glare borders would provide far more comfortable viewing in all but a darkened theater situation. Any light source reflects off the screen, and is worse than for a regular non-HD TV. In this respect, Plasma TVs are vastly superior.

(3) Sound. The sound is OK most of the time, but there are periodic and inexplicable dropouts, as well as hissing and popping, problems that are not helped by changing the connections to HDMI. There is something fundamentally wrong with the sound system on the Sony 40V5100, and Sony better fix it fast if they don't want a class-action lawsuit. Sound levels also vary markedly from channel to channel for reasons that are not immediately apparent.

(4) Controls. The remote control is awkward to operate, with switching from TV to DVD to PC taking up to 15 seconds. Similarly, it takes about 15 seconds for the TV to turn on, once you have pressed the "on" button for a sufficiently long time to persuade the little green "power on" light to finally put in an appearance. When changing channels, the lengthy handshake procedure results in a two-second delay from HD to HD, and five seconds from HD to non-HD, and often a green screen before the next channel displays. Once again, why am I supposed to view this as an improvement over a regular non-HD TV, where channel changing is virtually instantaneous?

In sum, the Sony Bravia series is a big disappointment. Its one indisputable advantage is that, in comparison to Plasmas and non-HD TVs, it is very light, so when the time comes to throw it away, it won't present a heavy lifting problem. I still have a couple of serviceable Sony WEGA non-HD TV's. They aren't as good as the old Trinitrons from the 1990's, but at least they are tolerable. I'm going to see how long I can keep them going. The Sony Bravia is going too, right out the door.

I have a request for anyone reading this review: please let me know when someone finally produces a decent HDTV. As far as I can tell, no one has accomplished this feat quite yet.


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The best LCD TV ever

It is impresive as soon as you plugin and watch TV on it, it is outstanding, since the picture quality is not compared to my 720p former Sharp LCD screen... I have PS3 and a Sony HT, and they interact really good, as well as the remote controls, they TV's work with the PS3.
The games with the Motion Flow, as well as Bluray movies are out of this world, the movies look so good that it seems that you are watching through a window than a TV screen. It looks so good that you can see special effects flaws and details not seen on my other TV.
The PS3 resolution changed like 200% better with the sony, and the motion flow helps a lot when changing scenes on a fast action game.
I updated the firmware connecting it to my router at home, it was simple, and the internet features as the gadgets, YOUTUBE, are ratter awesome, it is a huge leap on tv functionalities not present on the past.
I have windows 7 on my computer and I have no problem on viewing my pictures from my tv! as well as listening to the music and watching video files as well!
I did alter some of the custom settings on the screen and the image is nothing compared as any other TV screens on the market.

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issues with the volume

I just recently purchase this television and was wondering if anyone has the same problems with the volume? I have a ps3 and am using the HDMI cbl. I was watching a movie and noticed that the volume would go up and low and back up in some scences for the entire movie.

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