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High-definition TVs have pushed television to new depths and dimensions, but there's a lot you need to know before you purchase a new set. Our expert reviews have all the information to get you started. Need more information? Read the Flat-Panel TV & HDTV Buying Guide before you shop.
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If you're shopping for a HDTV, you're going to have many options. To ensure you get the best price without sacrificing performance, compare prices online before you buy. We've stacked up shopping deals from retailers across the Web so you can easily compare prices on HDTVs.
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When the first high-definition television (HDTV) sets hit the market in 1998, movie buffs, sports fans and tech aficionados got pretty excited, and for good reason. Ads hinted at a television paradise with superior resolution and digital surround sound. Learn more about how HDTV works.
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Samsung HL61A750 is a massive set that doesn’t have a massive price. Check out the full review from Consumer Guide. ...
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Samsung HL50A650 is a large set at a very good price. Check out the full review from Consumer Guide. ...
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The Samsung HL72A650 has a massively big screen, yet not a massive price. Check out the full review from Consumer Guide. ...
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If you have $100,000 burning a hole in your pocket, check out the 103-inch Runco CinemaWall XP-103DHD plasma HDTV. Consumer Guide has the big review....
The new X1 Series Plasma HDTVs are ideal for sports, movies and gaming, with crisp, focused images during fast-moving scenes. ...
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$550.00 - $1014.00
G10 Series Plasma HDTVs meet the high standards set by the Lucasfilm THX Certified Display Program, to faithfully recreate the visual ambience intended by the original movies creators. If you love movies and demand cinema-quality images in your home, this is the HDTV for you. ...
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$879.00 - $1517.00
HDTV FAQ
If you just plug it in and start watching, you might be disappointed with what you see. The picture might look pretty good but seem brighter or more unnatural than it did in the store. When you bring your new HDTV home, you'll need to configure the settings to get the picture to look its best in its new environment. You should also read up and gain some knowledge about what kinds of programs will look best. Learn about getting the most from your HDTV.
The FCC currently has a February 17, 2009 deadline for the transition to all digital broadcasting. On this date, all analog television broadcasting will stop, and consumers will need to buy converter boxes to receive programming on their older TVs. Learn more about digital television.
The basic idea behind the HD-DVD is really simple -- it looks like a DVD and acts like a DVD, but it holds more information. A DVD holds about two hours of standard definition video, but an HD-DVD can hold about 48 hours. Learn more about how HD-DVD works.
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How HDTV Works
High-definition television (HDTV) has revolutionized the quality of your TV picture. Learn how HDTV works in this video from HowStuffWorks.
High-definition television (HDTV) has revolutionized the quality of your TV picture. Learn how HDTV works in this video from HowStuffWorks.
How Cable TV Works
Have you ever wondered how your cable TV gets to your house? Watch this video from HowStuffWorks to learn more about cable TV.
Have you ever wondered how your cable TV gets to your house? Watch this video from HowStuffWorks to learn more about cable TV.
How TV Works
CRT, projection, LCD and plasma are the four most popular kinds of TVs on the market today. See how televisions work in this HowStuffWorks video.
CRT, projection, LCD and plasma are the four most popular kinds of TVs on the market today. See how televisions work in this HowStuffWorks video.
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