What Should I look for In Buying A Big Screen TV?

Question

I'm looking to buy 40-42 inch television. Is there anything I should know before buying one? I don't want it to be costly, I saw some in furture shop for $1000-1500. I don't want to pay anymore than that. Any advice?

Answer 1

First thing you should look for (if you are going HD) is if it has 1080p or 720p. In larger tv's you can see the difference instantly and if you are planning on getting a blu-ray or ps3 I'd highly recommend it. Also if you have the space available I'd say look at getting a DLP or LCD rear projection, they are around 10-12" deep but have just as good if not better picture quality then LCDs.



Secondly check it out on cnet.com before you buy, they are unbiased and have great reviews.



Third Consider buying online or through craislist.com you can get great deals, but if you buy online keep in mind shipping costs.



Lastly look at the brightness and contrast ratios, the higher the better.



I bought my 52" Samsung DLP TV (which retailed new for over 2500) on craigslist for 800 with it being just one year old, haven't had a problem since, great buy

Answer 2

my parents were looking to buy a 55" big projection screen tv back in 2005. They shopped locally at best buy, circuit city, sears, and a local high end tv/media store. They were just about to buy a toshiba from best buy when I told them to wait. They ended up buying the top of the line 2006 Diamond series mitsubishi 65" big screen. They saved $2000 from retail price at the local high end store. They bought this right after Christmas at the end of the year sale. They were making room for the 2007 models. I believe there are 3 great times during the year to buy tv's. Check the sales during the winter holidays, after christmas, and superbowl (not a holiday but should be). Just like cars, they have to sale the "old model" to make room for new. So bargains can be had. Is there a difference in 5-10"? Hell yeah! Get the biggest you can afford and fit in the room. Check the website below for more info. With a larger screen the detail is amazing. There was a reason the ladies from "sex in the city" did not want to shoot in hd. Some of the stars shown in hd really have BAD skin conditions and wrinkles. The best thing to do is your research. Read you local newspaper for ads everyday, sometimes the best ads are not in your sunday circular. Happy hunting!

Answer 3

at this point, i would not buy anything that is not 1080p. a little bigger than what you specified, but best buy has a nice 46 incher, sharp aquos 1080p for 1398. they also got a 40 inch sony bravia for 1499. both good tvs within your price range. i think that the best advice i can give you is to check consumer reports. they will give you unbiased suggestions before you walk into the store. do not walk into the store until you know exactly what you want. if you are undecided, these salesmen will try to tell you just about anything. don't listen to them. most don't know what they are talking about. be informed, walk straight to the back and tell them what you want, what you will pay.

Answer 4

pay the price i have 2 42" pioneer and 1 60" pioneer and they were worth the price the best thing to do is if you no a friend who own security or audio video company have him become a dealer

i a a dealer and my $7000 Pioneer 60" $3499



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