As the economy continues to slow down even further, business owners and retail giants realize the importance of selling their goods as quickly as they can. Often times, they will mark down prices significantly or offer a little incentive if you purchase a more expensive item. One very popular electronics retail giant, otherwise known as Circuit City, closed down recently and had markdowns as much as 80%. Even though it is a good idea to save your money for even harder times, right now would be the best time to get a new high-definition television.
HD televisions are on fire right now. Everyone wants a piece of the crystal clear clarity and overall improved picture and sound quality that only a HDTV can offer. There are some major factors that you will need to consider before splurging on that new TV, and doing some additional technical research and reading product and customer reviews will also aid you in your purchase. One of the biggest debates that is quite often debated over and over again by TV aficionados is whether or not to get a plasma or LCD, or liquid crystal display.
Basically, a plasma utilizes the technology of natural gases that are lit up individually by three different lights, and LCD uses a backlight that is shined onto liquid crystal that is pressed between two glasses. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and in the end, it really is up to each individual consumer and his or her preferences.
A plasma has the ability to show darker colors because of its technology, whereas a LCD's light can penetrate through the crystal, preventing the TV from displaying these darker, richer tones. Plasma TVs have a good viewing angle at 170 degrees, so even family members or friends sitting in the dining room or at a side chair can still watch. The first plasmas lost about half of their brightness at around the 20,000 hours-of-usage mark, but the latest plasmas boast a lifespan of about 60,000. Plasma TVs, though also improved on as technology got better, are infamous for the burned-in images that were left behind. If, for example, you were watching a program in which the background remained stationary for even a few minutes, you could see the ghost-like images after you turned off the TV or when you switched the channel.
One advantage that a LCD has over plasma is that they have a higher native resolution rate, which means that there are more pixels displayed per image, resulting in sharper image quality. LCD TVs are usually less expensive, but that does not reflect on their ability at all. In addition, they weight lighter, so it will not put as much strain on your entertainment furniture. Depending on your TV, you might also be able to change the backlight so it will provide consistently high quality imaging. For all those who strive to be ecologically friendly or simply want a cheaper electric bill, they will be glad to know that LCD TVs use about half as much electricity than a plasma.
It will be a tough decision, but with enough research, you will be well on your way to enjoying your new TV!
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