Which LCD/Plasma HD (High Definition) television should we buy?

Question

We are planning to buy a new television as it will soon be ready for digital (2011) in England and it will be nice for us to have a modern TV as we have one thats only 20 years old.
What TV should we buy. We aren't that fussy but the TV screen probably should be 37-40 inches and should be HD (High Definition) ready and what does 108p mean? Anyway we need a great company that sells great televisions as we currently have them old silver ones with a silver box and a stand that came with the TV.

Our budget is: £500-£700

Answer 1

To help narrow down your search a bit, avoid anything on the list below, no matter what price. It's all unreliable, poorly made tat.



Acer

Acoustic Solutions

Akai

Akito

Akura

Alba

A.O.C.

Atec

Beko

Beond

Bush

Cello

Compacks

Crown

Cyberdyne

Cyberhome

Daewoo

Dansai

Deccacolour

DiBoss

Digihome

Digilogic

Digix

D.M. Tech

Elonex

Erae

Ferguson

Finlux

Funai

Fusion

Goodmans

Grundig

H. & B.

Hanspree

Harwa

Hikona

HiSense

Ikasu

Kenmark

Konka

Lenco

Lexsor

Lodos

Logik

Luzo

Matsui

Maxim

Medion

Mikomi

Mirai

Mogen

Naiko

O.N.N.

Orion

Phocus

Prima

Proline

Streamium

Swisstec

Symphonic

Tatung

Technisat

Techno

Technosonic

Techwood

Tokai

Tosumi

T.W.F.

Venturer

Video Seven

Viewpia

Vision

Vistron

Yamada

Yusmart

Answer 2

It depends on a number of factors, each are better at certain things. Although I will admit it would appear that to most people lcd's are better. plasma tv's usually way much more and have glare issues because, they use two sheets of glass with glass trapped in between them. Also plasma tv's can get burn in caused by a still image on the screen for an extended amount of time. Not to mention the fact that lcd's are generally more energy efficient than plasma tv's are. One advantage of a plasma is that if your watching non high definition tv on a tv 40" or larger it will look better than it would on an lcd. (under 40" it won't matter"). so if you watch a lot of television get high definition cable, I would recommend Lcd more so than plasma televisions.

Answer 3

Hi,



1080p is the resolution of the screen; The number "1080" represents 1,080 lines of vertical resolution and the p means progressive scan. The image is 1920×1080. Some TV sets will display at 1080p, others will take a 1080p and make it fit its highest resolution.



At 40 inch, you are better off going for a plasma TV if you want a better picture quality and not LCD - stick to LCD for 32 and below. Plasmas generate better pictures, and better blacks. If you can afford it, go for a pioneer or panasonic. The current latest panasonic TV's, offering full HD can be purchased from 500-750 pounds. (look at the Panasonic 42PZ80 range and the other in the family).



Before buying, make a list of any devices you will be using; dvd player, sky/freeview, consoles etc, and make sure the TV has enough inputs for them - or that they have compatible inputs (scart, dhmi, component etc).



If in doubt, dont be afraid to ask a local dealer for a picture demonstration (although be warned that they large chains often try to sell you the higher priced model over one with better quality picture).



EDIT:

You might also want to consider reading the following:

http://www.plasma-lcd-facts.co.uk/



and:



http://www.plasma-lcd-facts.co.uk/myths/response/

which should rule out any concerns about buying a plasma, such as myths like "burn in" and LCD lasting longer, which are not correct.

Answer 4

ok, my advice to you would be : GO FOR LCD



reasons:



they consume less electricity, so are very economical

last longer than plasma tvs

very light, to move around and to mount it on wall

they don't suffer from burn-in or image ghosting like the plasma

their screens are NON-REFLECTIVE, whcih makes them great for anytime viewing, whether bright light or dark

the images are sharper than plasmas

they are very compatible with computer and other connections



and finally: You can enjoy all your HD viewing and all other great features in one machine called 'LCD TV'

Answer 5

I would go for LCD, also I thought the switch-over is in 2009

Answer 6

Samsung or Sony are best brand for LCD TV.For your budget I suggest Samsung LE40A559/A558 P - 40'' Widescreen 1080P Full HD LCD TV - With Freeview - £604.2 for Samsung http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.co.uk%2FSamsung-LE40A559-A558-Widescreen-Freeview%2Fdp%2FB0015CBLDM%3Fie%3DUTF8%26s%3Delectronics%26qid%3D1224289706%26sr%3D1-8&tag=computer09-21&linkCode=ur2&camp=1634&creative=6738

and Sony KDL-40V4000 - 40" Widescreen 1080P Full HD Bravia LCD TV - With Freeview - £689.99 for Sony http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.co.uk%2FSony-KDL-40V4000-Widescreen-Bravia-Freeview%2Fdp%2FB0018PPQN2%3Fie%3DUTF8%26s%3Delectronics%26qid%3D1224289706%26sr%3D1-4&tag=computer09-21&linkCode=ur2&camp=1634&creative=6738

Answer 7

if you dont want a new tv, get sky digital and its ready for the switch over. if you want a hdtv go to tescos, currys and shop around!.



Hope this helps!.