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Dr. John Becker · 06-18-2008, 07:33 PM

I miss the days when you just bought a quality CRT tube and took it home. Now, you have to pick between plasma and LCD, 720P vs 1080I and 1080P, etc.

What is everyone here watching tv on these days? Include brands if possible.

Chelsea · 06-18-2008, 08:17 PM

27 inch Olevia LCD HDTV. Bought it on clearance/sale at Circuit City for $399. Absolutely love it - had it since last September.

TVFactFan · 06-18-2008, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. John Becker

I miss the days when you just bought a quality CRT tube and took it home. Now, you have to pick between plasma and LCD, 720P vs 1080I and 1080P, etc.

What is everyone here watching tv on these days? Include brands if possible.

I know what you mean, I wasn't prepared to buy a Plasma or LCD last year when I was shopping for a new TV. I ended up getting a 24 inch Wide Screen

Dr. John Becker · 06-18-2008, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by KingofTVResearch

I know what you mean, I wasn't prepared to buy a Plasma or LCD last year when I was shopping for a new TV. I ended up getting a 24 inch Wide Screen

What brand did you get?

(Love the new avatar, BTW) I'm sick of them too)

Ireneparalegal · 06-18-2008, 10:20 PM

What is the difference between plasma and LCD anyways?

TVFactFan · 06-18-2008, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. John Becker

What brand did you get?

(Love the new avatar, BTW) I'm sick of them too)

The brand was Samsung

Dr. John Becker · 06-19-2008, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

What is the difference between plasma and LCD anyways?

Plasma is supposed to have a better picture quality, but more fear of "burn in" for people who play videogames. They also are supposed to look better for sports fans, they handle the fast motion better.

LCD is better for living rooms with a lot of sunlight because they aren't as reflective as a plasma and no fear of "burn in" for videogamers.

The Great One · 06-19-2008, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. John Becker

I miss the days when you just bought a quality CRT tube and took it home. Now, you have to pick between plasma and LCD, 720P vs 1080I and 1080P, etc.

What is everyone here watching tv on these days? Include brands if possible.

I have not bought any of these high-end TVs yet. I'm not crazy about having to spend $1,000.00 or more for a quality set and having to get cable if you want good reception.

kniht · 05-25-2009, 02:49 AM

Finding the best LCD TV can be done by reading the reviews especially the ones coming from the experts. You won't definitely go wrong from doing it. Most consumers found the idea very rewarding. Hope this helps.

OH Nuts! · 05-25-2009, 11:26 AM

Well, I'm really primative. I have an analog TV with no cable but a digital adaptor. So I get the basic channels. But that's OK by me since the only thing I watch is the news and sitcom DVDs. I don't know what I'm going to do when my analog dies. Either: (1) explore what I can watch thru my computer (2) ask a technologically savvy friend for an rx - and I have a few so when I come to that bridge I'll cross it (3) decide to heck with TV and just get a DVD player/viewer. Probably 1 or 2.

Janice · 05-25-2009, 05:52 PM

I feel your pain. I want to replace the 27" tv that's on my bedroom bureau. What a shock I was in for, lol. Trying to find a regular tube tv is like trying to find an 8-track player. I don't want anything fancy. I think most flat screens are annoying because they're rectangular, so the picture looks strange. I'm looking at Craigslist, but I have to be careful that I don't buy what I'm getting rid of, which is a good tv, but the picture is getting lighter. Good luck.

TVFactFan · 05-25-2009, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

I feel your pain. I want to replace the 27" tv that's on my bedroom bureau. What a shock I was in for, lol. Trying to find a regular tube tv is like trying to find an 8-track player. I don't want anything fancy. I think most flat screens are annoying because they're rectangular, so the picture looks strange. I'm looking at Craigslist, but I have to be careful that I don't buy what I'm getting rid of, which is a good tv, but the picture is getting lighter. Good luck.

In 2009 you can no longer buy a regular TV from the stores, only Flat screens. That sucks so you will have to go to ebay or craiglist

Dr. John Becker · 05-25-2009, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by TheLifeAdjuster

In 2009 you can no longer buy a regular TV from the stores, only Flat screens. That sucks so you will have to go to ebay or craiglist

WalMart still has a few.

TVFactFan · 05-25-2009, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. John Becker

WalMart still has a few.

Not over 19 or 20 inches

Dude111 · 04-13-2025, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. John Becker

I miss the days when you just bought a quality CRT tube and took it home. Now, you have to pick between plasma and LCD, 720P vs 1080I and 1080P, etc.

I hear ya buddy!!!

I love my CRT and I always have........ I dont ever wanna be stuck on 1 of those!!

CRTs produce a better picture and a more natural one!!!

I just the movie FIREWALL (2006) on VHS and you wouldnt believe how good it looks!!

Im so glad they didnt me$$ up the video!!! (Filters,etc)

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kniht Banned Banned!! First Time Poster Join Date: May 25, 2009 Posts: 1	Finding the best LCD TV can be done by reading the reviews especially the ones coming from the experts. You won't definitely go wrong from doing it. Most consumers found the idea very rewarding. Hope this helps.

05-25-2009, 11:26 AM	#10
OH Nuts! Member Forum King Join Date: Feb 15, 2005 Posts: 133,383	Well, I'm really primative. I have an analog TV with no cable but a digital adaptor. So I get the basic channels. But that's OK by me since the only thing I watch is the news and sitcom DVDs. I don't know what I'm going to do when my analog dies. Either: (1) explore what I can watch thru my computer (2) ask a technologically savvy friend for an rx - and I have a few so when I come to that bridge I'll cross it (3) decide to heck with TV and just get a DVD player/viewer. Probably 1 or 2.

05-25-2009, 05:52 PM	#11
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	I feel your pain. I want to replace the 27" tv that's on my bedroom bureau. What a shock I was in for, lol. Trying to find a regular tube tv is like trying to find an 8-track player. I don't want anything fancy. I think most flat screens are annoying because they're rectangular, so the picture looks strange. I'm looking at Craigslist, but I have to be careful that I don't buy what I'm getting rid of, which is a good tv, but the picture is getting lighter. Good luck.