| Asking what's the best lcd tv is like asking what's the | | | | lighter, so you can hang the tv on the wall without |
| best shoe? It's Nike, right? Well, not if you're going for a | | | | extra support. They have a larger variety of makes |
| job interview at a bank. Actually, there's no "best lcd | | | | and models to choose from. Their screens don't |
| tv" just as there's no "best" shoe. There are, however, | | | | reflect as much light, so you can view them in a room |
| better tv's just as there are better shoes. And, if you're | | | | with lots of light, or with light coming from outside. They |
| in the market for an lcd tv, you need to know what to | | | | also don't have a problem with static images burning |
| look for in order to spot them. | | | | into the screen. |
| So, let's talk about what you need to look for in lcd tv's. | | | | What Resolution? |
| Top Brands | | | | Although 1080p is the bigger resolution, you should |
| The top brands are LG, Phillips, Samsung, Sony, Vizio, | | | | consider 720p sets, too. You don't get any broadcasts |
| Westinghouse, and Panasonic. Screens come in a | | | | that are 1080p right now, but Blu-Ray HD disks have |
| variety of sizes all the way from 15 inches to 57 | | | | that resolution. Whether this is going to make any |
| inches. The smaller screen models are best for office | | | | difference, depends on the quality of the set, too. |
| or kitchen use. The medium sizes, 26 to 37 inches, | | | | Other Considerations |
| would be great in a bedroom or small living room. Most | | | | You need to consider viewing angle, when you buy a |
| of the tv's with screens larger than 26 inches are high | | | | set. Sets have gotten much better about this lately, but |
| definition. | | | | you don't want to have to sit directly in front of the set |
| There are also a variety of resolutions. Most common | | | | to enjoy it. Another thing you want to think about is |
| are 720p and 1080p. These numbers refer to the | | | | convenience. Larger sets have a single cable that |
| number of lines on the screen. 1080p is the higher | | | | connects to the set. That way you don't have a bunch |
| resolution. Prices range from mid to low $100s to | | | | of wires hanging down from the set and distracting |
| $1,000 to $3,000+ for the larger screen models. | | | | you. |
| LCD or Plasma? | | | | Certainly there are other things, which might be of |
| LCD's have a lot going for them over plasmas. They're | | | | interest to you, but this covers the basics. |