We are going to take a look at two 32 inch televisions – both LCD. The Toshiba  32C100U 32 inch 720p LCD HDTV and the  Vizio E320VA 32 INCH 720p LCD HDTV are both great televisions, but you may like one or the other better after you know some more information.

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If you are trying to decide between LCD and plasma, we are going to take a look at two televisions real quick to help you decide. The LCD is a little smaller, but it has some features you may be interested in. On the other hand, the 50 inch Pioneer plasma is also a winner. Read the full story

VIZIO (Along with Panasonic) has been awarded CNET’s prestigious 2010 Editors’ Choice Award as the number one recommended buy in LCD HDTVs for the XVT3SV Series. Based on performance, the VIZIO XVT553SV 55-inch and its siblings XVT473SV, XVT423SV took home the CNET award. Combined with the most extensive set of features on the market the XVT3SV Series is truly a performance leader in the LCD HDTV category. The Editors at CNET really liked the implementation of VIZIO INTERNET APPS (VIA) with built in dual band Wi-Fi and QWERTY Bluetooth remote.

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Customers who showed an interest in our Televisions & Video department might like to know about these Internet-ready HDTVs. Content varies depending on manufacturer and model, but services include access to streaming video and music, social networking tools, online photo galleries, news updates, sports scores, and more. Read the full story

This is a quick look at some of the best selling 22 to 39 inch LCD HDTVs at Amazon. There are quite a few more available, but these are currently some of the best sellers in September 2010.

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Whether you are trying to save space or just want a DVD built into your television for other reasons, there are quite a few options available these days. Both LCD and plasma HDTVs have sets with built-in DVD players. The following is a list of eight popular and bestselling LCD and LED HDTVs with built-in DVD players according to Amazon – a name you know and trust.
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If you’ve already made up your mind that you want an LCD television, there are still things you need to consider. We are going to take a quick look at some of the best things to look for in an LCD HDTV.

The first thing to consider is whether you want the newest LED backlit LCD technology for your TV. Basically, LED allows the newer LCD TVs to be created even small and thinner. In addition, they do address some problems in old LCD TVs like viewing angle and contrast.

120 or 240 Hz Processing?

In the past, 60 Hz refresh rate was the common standard on televisions. Simply put, the refresh rate of a television affects the “blur” or “motion” you will see during some types of video. The higher the refresh rate, the clearer the picture. Now, the thing to know is that 240HZ may not really be needed. Unless you look at a lot of test patterns, most people are NOT going to notice the difference between 120 and 240 Hz. This can save you a few bucks if you were thinking you HAD TO HAVE 240 Hz. For most people, the difference is not noticeable with most programming.

HDMI Inputs

Another thing you are going to want to consider is number of HDMI (and other) inputs on the television. If you have a lot of home theater equipment, a couple game consoles, and who knows what else, you want to make sure your LCD television has enough inputs to handle everything. This is something most people don’t think about until it’s too late. If you’re smart, however, you’re going to know how many you need when you start shopping.

Mount or TV Stand

You will want to check the fine print to see if any mounting hardware or a TV stand is included with the LCD HDTV. Most times, these items will NOT be included. This isn’t the case all the time, however. The thing is, you want to make sure you have everything you need to start enjoying your television when it arrives, so make sure you know whether or not you’re going to need mounting brackets or a TV stand for your new LCD HDTV. Also, make sure that if you do have a TV stand your new television is going to fit!

What to Look for in an LCD HDTV

There are other considerations you should think about when buying an LCD television. As long as you do your homework (reading LCD vs Plasma Blog counts), then you’re going to have a better idea of what television is going to be best for your home. If you know the things to look for in an LCD TV, you’re going to have a better experience overall.

If you have any tips on stuff to look for when buying an LCD TV, leave a comment below and let us know.

If you have been wondering if you should spend your hard earned money on a plasma or LCD HDTV, you’re not alone. This is a question that faces many modern people. You would think that with so much information available thanks to the Internet it would be easy to find the information to make the best decision.

The problem is there is almost TOO MUCH INFORMATION available online. Especially when it comes to choosing between a LCD or plasma television. This can leave a person even more confused than when they started.

This is why we run this site – to rise above all the clutter surrounding the LCD vs Plasma debate. So, without any further waiting, here is a look at how you can best choose between LCD and Plasma.

Choosing Plasma or LCD – The Basics

Here are the basic things you should think about when choosing LCD or Plasma.

• Contrast - Do you like to see dark darks? At the moment, plasma is going to give you deeper darks and richer colors. That said, new LED LCD technology is catching up.
• Viewing Angle - Are a lot of people going to be viewing the television? If so, you want something with a good viewing angle – ie it looks good even if you’re looking at it from an angle. Currently, most plasma televisions win out with a better viewing angle.
• Power Consumption – While the difference is negligible, if you’re worried about power consumption, you are going to want to go with an LCD HDTV. They typically draw a lot less power than plasma televisions of the same size. They also don’t heat up as much.
• Size - LCD technology allows for a much smaller (and lighter) television. If you’re worried about space and want something super small, you’re going to want to go with LCD. Remember that LED LCD HDTVs are even smaller most of the time. That is, the picture size is large, but the overall size and weight of the television is less.

Choosing Plasma or LCD – Advanced

As you can see above, both LCD and plasma have good points. To really make sure you get the TV of your dreams, here’s an idea. This is going to take more time and effort, but if you really want to get a television you are going to be happy with, you need to see them in person. A trip to a local “box store” will let you see the televisions up close. Don’t worry – you can go back home and save money by purchasing online, but you are going to have a better idea of what you are going to get.

How do You Choose Between LCD and Plasma?

Here at LCD vs Plasma Blog, we really care about your opinion. Leave a comment below and let us know YOUR method for choosing between plasma and LCD televisions. We’d love to hear it!

September 2010 is almost upon us and the battle rages for the best HDTV out there. If you are looking for a great general television for your home, we have a list of eight that you are going to want to take a look at.

These aren’t the only great HDTVs out there, but they are some that are selling really well at Amazon. Because of this, you know they have features that people want at prices that are reasonable.

If you’re ready for a new HDTV – LCD or Plasma – we have a list of some of the best ones in late August 2010.

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Are you ready for a new, slightly large television experience? Whether you want to go with the very latest LED LCD technology or the tried and tested plasma HDTV technology, you have quite a few options. Compared to the early days – of even the introduction of color televisions – there are many, many more options available today.Below is a selection of LCD and Plasma televisions that may interest you. Stay tuned for more great information on the great LCD vs Plasma debate.

Samsung UN46C8000 46-Inch 1080p 3D 240 Hz LED HDTV	LG 42LD550 42-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV	Panasonic VIERA TC-P50G25 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV	LG INFINIA 55LE8500 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz Full LED Slim LCD HDTV
Toshiba 46G300U 46-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV (Black Gloss)	Samsung UN40C7000 40-Inch 1080p 240 Hz 3D LED HDTV (Black)	VIZIO SV472XVT 47-Inch Class XVT Series TRULED 240Hz sps LED LCD VIZIO Internet Apps HDTV	LG 50PK550 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

While we are very thorough in our editing endeavors, there is a good chance we’ve missed YOUR favorite LCD or plasma television above 40 inches. If so, do not hesitate to leave a comment below and let us know about your favorite. Even if you have something negative to say, we want to hear from you.

We hope you enjoy these LCD and Plasma TV recommendations. We would, as we said, love to hear your feedback on any of these items – or ones we’ve missed. This will help us create more great content about LCD and Plasma televisions, answering the questions many people have.

As promised by the XVT Extreme Vizio Technology series, the Vizio SV471XVT delivers images as defined and sharp as life itself, offering viewers a truly out-of-this world experience. The LCD HDTV screen breaks the mold in home entertainment by providing blur free images with its superior frame rate of 240 scenes per second display. A new and advanced 120Hz technology scanning backlight technology and its 50,000 to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio work together to deliver darker blacks and brighter whites, allowing you a dazzling and brilliant experience.

This television also offers a wide color viewing angle, making it well-suited to be viewed from any point in your room.  As color is distributed evenly throughout the screen, you are able to view the same breath-taking images whether you’re sitting directly in front of the screen or in your comfortable spot off to the side. Additional features include the savings it provides for utility bills and its reduction on the impact on our planet by exceeding guidelines by more than 15% below the Energy Star 3.0.  Let’s explore other XVT features:

• SRS TruSurround HD distributing engrossing high definition surround sound
• Full 1080P High Definition resolution providing dazzling images
• 178 degree viewing angel (horizontal and vertical)
• 1.06 billion colors offering lively images

Which TV is best for gaming? Crutchfield takes a quick look at the LCD vs Plasma for Gaming question in 2010. If you haven’t looked into it in a while, you may be surprised at how far plasma televisions have come over the years. There are actually some great plasma sets that are IDEAL for gaming. If you want the illest plasma or LCD HDTV for gaming, check out this video, then keep browsing around the blog for some great deals on both LCD and Plasma HDTVs for gaming.

If you have personal thoughts or reflections about LCD or plasma for gaming in 2010, leave a comment below and get into the conversation. We want to hear what you think too.

While at first glance Samsung’s Touch of Color series of LCD TVs may seem like every other HDTV on the market with little more than a fun design touch to stand apart from the crowd, in reality, the features speak for themselves.

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Ingrained in our consciousness from a very young age is one very simple concept: red equals bad. It equals stop. It equals don’t. Flying in the face of this conditioning, the Samsung LN46B650 is one of Samsung’s “Touch of Color” line, with a sleek and eye catching strip of red on the face of the television letting you know from the first glance that this HDTV is something you should look at more than once. Sure enough, if you take the time you realize that for once, red does not mean stop. It means be on alert. Read the full story