Flat Panel Televisions?
I’m researching flat panel tv’s and thus far I’ve been using the following web sites as references: Consumer Reports; CNET; and Consumer Research.
I was wondering if some of you “techies” might be willing to share other reputable web sites with me so that I can do more research.
I’m not only interested in overall ratings, but am interested in info regarding the quality and longevity of LCD’s, DLP, Plasma, etc.
Thanks for your help.
You’re looking at 3 totally different technologies. LCD and Plasma have an average half life of 50,000 hours (use-able life). The DLP uses a high intensity bulb for projection and the bulb should last 2-5 years, and is easily replaced (at about $150). The DLP is a very good way to go if you want a bigger screen 55-71″ because LCD and Plasma in these larger sizes are much more expensive, you can get a nice 61″ DLP for $2000 a comparable size Plasma is going to be $5000 so I recommend in a larger set get DLP. If your looking at 32-50″ I’d look at Plasma or LCD both have ups and downs. Plasma usually has deeper blacks and handles fast action better. LCD puts out less heat and uses less electricity and has less screen glare. I own DLP and LCD and am pleased with both.
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