need opinions on new tv....ready to buy

[blackbonnie 5,000+ posts]

im looking for a new tv for the house. im looking for something around 32-42", flat panel.

it does not have to be top of the line, and im looking to spend around 500$. i will have a ps3 with hdmi on it. most likely my laptop hooked up to it for audio, and eventually a nice soundstage for it.

i want something with amazing picture, and the tv has to be black in color. ive never looked real in depth into tv's till now, and i found out i really dont know much about them.

im sure there are alot of other people here that know a ton more about them then i do, so im looking for suggestions. i will most likely upgrade to hdtv when i get it, and im real big into sports.

im not sure on lcd or plasma, because i dont really know the pros and cons of them, but i know i want a new tv and soon. i have the money for it and am ready to buy.

any input is highly appreciated...thank you in advance

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[dvrmstrng 5,000+ posts]

for maybe like $150 more you can get a Vizio VU42LF i think it is...42" 1080p

 

[1rockford1 5,000+ posts]

check out walmart with only 500 or so u should make out good. try to find some one that works there for there 10% off. Gl

 

[blackbonnie 5,000+ posts]

is that what you have?

 

[1rockford1 5,000+ posts]

sayno are not bad walmart use to offer a free 1 year warenty so after 8 months u canbbring back for a new one . i did that i had a 26 inch lcd, i would see if they still offer that.

 

[blackbonnie 5,000+ posts]

well i was looking into some panasonic, i really like the looks of them.

 

[1rockford1 5,000+ posts]

well i was looking into some panasonic, i really like the looks of them.

there ok u dont here bad things nor to many good things. stay away from rca if u check out walmart or bestbuy etc. there shit at best

 

[blackbonnie 5,000+ posts]

what about samsung

 

[1rockford1 5,000+ posts]

what about samsung

not bad they cost alot. my sister has a nice big one im not sure of the size.

 

[blackbonnie 5,000+ posts]

any good sites on where to learn more about plasma and lcd tv's?

 

[1rockford1 5,000+ posts]

look around on tthe web, i dont check out tv stuff lol. i just know a good tv when i see one. what u have now?

 

[Brian_smith06 10+ year member]

panasonics are awesome.

 

[blackbonnie 5,000+ posts]

i had a sony 41" rear projection tv that was made in 98. i loved it, but i gave it to my buddy and am now moved in with my g/f and am looking for something more modern and alot better.

brian, do you have a panasonic? if so which model and what did you pay?

 

[Enellz 10+ year member]

Well it depends on your needs. The new LCDs are getting better with color, but plasmas are better for watching movies due to it's color being a little richer. however I have 42" LCD and looks good on games and Blu Ray, though I think I might get a plasma soon. But I heard plasmas don't like videogames too much. with 500 though don't expect nothing too good new, I would save up some more and at least have a grand to shop with. google it, and see what comes up.

 

[blackbonnie 5,000+ posts]

im looking for the best of both worlds. i want something thats gonna run good games without any "ghost blur" i think its called. but i want something with great color for movies and tv.

i have more to spend but i was hoping to spend around 500$. if i can get a payment plan through the place then i will easily spend more, but i dont wanna spend that much all at once