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1080p vs 1080i

TVs with 1080i resolution use to dominate the HD world, offering the best picture at the time. However, in the past couple of years the new bully on the block – 1080p – has made it difficult for the 1080i’s to survive. In fact, you will rarely find a new 1080i television – you will [...]

What is LED?

LCD technology is constantly competing with plasma technology to achieve the best picture quality. When you open up an ad and skim the TV section, you will see the term “LED” followed by “LCD,” because the technology is created solely for LCD TVs. Now, before we can discuss what LED exactly is, we must discover [...]

5 Myths About Plasma TVs

There is plenty of speculation regarding to the technology of plasma TVs, some true and some false. Here are a few of the most common mistakes about plasmas: 1) Plasma TVs Do Not Last Long Completely false. When comparing plasma to LCD technology, they are pretty much dead even. Plasmas currently have an average lifespan of around [...]

5 Myths About LCD TVs

There are many different opinions and views on LCD TVs, some are true and some are simply false. Here are some common misconseptions: 1) LCDs Have a Viewing Angle of 160 Degrees This is the case sometimes with high end models, but most manufacturers will boast (incorrectly) that their TV can be seen from 80 degrees each [...]

How to Mount a TV

So you have just dropped a couple thousand dollars on a sexy new flat panel TV, now it’s time to complete the job by taking advantage of it. When mounting a flat panel TV, be sure you have: Stud Finder Measuring Tape Power Drill Screwdriver Level Pencil The Bracket 1) Selecting the right Mounting Bracket: Most flat screen TVs do not come with a [...]