If you’re walking by Hitachi’s new UltraThin 50-inch plasma, you may just miss it. This super-skinny TV measures a mere 1.5 inches thick. It’s not the thinnest we’ve ever seen, but it sure is pretty.

Aside from a pretty picture, Hitachi didn’t say much else about its latest model. The company also has UltraThin models in 32-, 37-, 42- and 47-inch sizes. Each of those boasts patented ventilation technology and backlight features. A few are currently available, with more coming this month. The prices range from $1,499 to $3,699.

“The industry theme of ‘Thin is In’ continues apace and Hitachi was one of the first to propel this trend,” said Daniel Lee, Hitachi’s VP of marketing. “Hitachi’s goal is to offer consumers more choice and greater flexibility. That means LCD or plasma. This translates into a screen size that fits any room—kitchen, bath, home theater—along with an aesthetic design that complements the luxury of today’s modern home. And it most certainly means UltraThin, because that’s what today’s consumers want.”

Know what else consumers want? More specs! Hitachi didn’t release any additional info about this model, and that includes pricing. However, the rumor is that it will be popping up this fall.

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