Remember Me
forgot your password?

Television: Going to the Extremes

In recent years the number of options available to those in the market for a new television has certainly expanded. CRT televisions continue to be available and offer good quality viewing at an affordable price. DLP came along and offers larger screens that are accompanied of course by somewhat higher price tags. Plasma and LCD are currently the darlings on the show room floor and are able to offer large screens with a slim profile but again, despite price reductions in the past couple of years, require significantly more cash to procure one. More recently, the initial OLED television offerings hit the market for yet another option.

With an increasing number of technologies available, TV size, profile, and pricing stretch across a wider spectrum as well for today's consumers.

Profile
CRT televisions have slimmed down a bit in recent years but still have the thickest presence; 18 inches or so although Samsung introduced a model which has a profile under 14 inches. A 32" model, generally the largest for CRT TVs, can be had for under $900. CRT TVs are still at the top of the market for bulkiness while at the bottom for purchase price.

At the other extreme, Sony's XEL-1 offers consumers a digital flat panel HDTV with a profile of 3 mm. This great new technology comes with a price however; around $2499 for an 11 inch screen. Not something you would place in your living room for the family to gather around. Of course, taking things a bit further, Sony has announced it will be rolling out a second OLED in the near future; another 11 inch screen which will be only .3 mm in thickness. Pricing and other details aren't yet available but again cost would be expected to be at the top end of the scale for this size television leaving them as the thinnest and yet most expensive TV per inch available to consumers.

Screen Size
The largest displays continue to be plasma televisions. It's been some time now since Samsung, Panasonic, and others showed off their 102", 103" and 108" displays but clearly with price tags over $69,000 and weights around 500 pounds, these aren't on the market for the general public. Certainly, 65" plasma televisions can be found on display in large retail stores for over $7,000 but the more interesting recent development for the average consumer who desires a huge screen for their home theater is Mitsubishi's new 73 inch DLP TV. This is a new extreme for DLP. Despite its large screen size this television weighs in around 100 pounds and is less than 18" thick; no thicker than many smaller CRT TVs. The better news is that these large screen sets can be found for under $2200.

Pricing
Pricing clearly rises with increased screen size, thinner profiles, and newer technologies. Luckily as technologies mature, production techniques evolve, and volume increases, prices tend to creep lower. Currently CRT TV's are the most affordable, but as far as large screens go the new Mitsubishi DLP appears to be the leader at under $30 per inch while OLED, as the newest and slimmest, comes in around $227 per inch.

Clearly the offerings are all over the map as far as size, profile, and price but this also translates into options that will fit the needs of consumers which are quite diverse as well.

Christine Peppler

Reader can find the information they need when shopping by visiting author's online home electronics store or going to her DLP TV and Plasma TV Care webpages.

Rate this Article: 5 / 5 stars - 1 vote(s)
Print Email Re-Publish

Add new Comment



Captcha

  • Latest Electronics Articles
  • More from Christine Peppler

The Samsung UE46B8000 - An Initial Review

By: Azzi Wirp | 11/11/2009
Samsung's B8000 series includes 2 highly notable LCD HDTVs, one of which is the UE46B8000 model. With its thin bezel and transparent shank, this high-end television is simply striking. It has the capability of swivelling to the right or left, in order to allow better viewing when located at an angle. This Samsung UE46B8000 can either be a wall mounted TV or attached to the stand that comes with it for a pedestal style television. With its black skin and crystal edging, this LCD TV has ...

Nokia N97 - An Introduction

By: Zwee | 11/11/2009
Nokia's N95 has been the flagship product of the brand for ages now, and still remains difficult to beat. There is so much hardware packed into this beast, it is absolutely mind-boggling. The first aspect to greet you, as always is the screen: av a mammoth 3.5 inches (16 million colors, 360x640 pixels), the resistive touchscreen has a proximity sensor, accelerometer, handwriting recognition etc.

Canon Powershot SX 100 IS

By: Jack Morkel | 11/11/2009
Photography is your childhood hobby and you are always in search of best digital cameras to capture amazing photographs? Your search would definitely give a break here. Canon always at the top, maintains its position in digital camera market.

Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS

By: Jack Morkel | 11/11/2009
Fond of capturing happy moments of life, as memories make everybody remember those valuable days with friends or family. You can also have those sweet little memories in your camera, and Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS makes this possible for you.

Canon Powershot A550

By: Jack Morkel | 11/11/2009
Canon's A550 is an excellent camera with solid machine. Canon's A550 with 7.1-megapixel performs very well. It delivers solid images and excellent performance, this is the key of success for Canon A550. The Canon A550?s zoom is longer comparatively standard zoom and the pictures can be shot once every 1.7 seconds.

Canon Powershot A470

By: Jack Morkel | 11/11/2009
Click the fleeting moments of life in its full glory with Canon Powershot A470 digital camera. The enhanced color detailing and razor sharp image makes your photos to last longer.

To help you understand the laptop battery

By: yokio | 11/11/2009
With the notebook computer prices fall, presumably many of my friends have been eager for a notebook. We went shopping for notebooks, it is often to focus only on product price, weight, appearance and configuration, used by little to take care of notebook batteries.

The proper use and maintenance of the battery

By: yokio | 11/11/2009
I just looked at the price and warranty on the battery of the introduction, you are not a feel a little sensational, pretty soon, not dare to use the battery has. In fact, the correct way to use, the battery can still live longer. Here's and you talk about using the method:

Communicating on a Cell Phone: Options for Those With Moderate to Profound Hearing Loss

By: Christine Peppler | 29/04/2008 | Cell Phones
Using a cell phone can be tricky for those with a hearing impairment. There are devices on the market however that can greatly improve the experience. Learn about them here.

Television: Going to the Extremes

By: Christine Peppler | 28/04/2008 | Electronics
Consumers have an increasing number of television technologies to choose from when shopping. Screens are becoming thinner, larger, and potentially more expensive although there are options for everyone.

Getting Good Cell Phone Reception at Home

By: Christine Peppler | 26/04/2008 | Cell Phones
For those who have poor cell phone signal strength in their home several answers are emerging. Learn about some of the development that may allow you to really ditch your landline.

Verizon V Cast Mobile TV Offers Entertainment and Sports on the Go

By: Christine Peppler | 19/04/2008 | Cell Phones
Americans are slowly picking up the option of viewing television on their cell phones. Find out about what Verizon V Cast Mobile TV offers for busy professionals and families.

Building a Home Business Without the Risk

By: Christine Peppler | 19/04/2008 | Home Business
For those who dream of starting their own business or working from home but find the risk overwhelming, there is a legitimate alternative. Become aquainted with affiliate marketing and make your dream a reality.

The Home Photographer - When is a Tripod Really Necessary?

By: Christine Peppler | 19/04/2008 | Digital Photography
The average home photographer may not own or want to carry around a tripod. However, these simple tools can turn mediocre shots into outstanding images in some situations.

How Some Families Control Text Messaging Costs

By: Christine Peppler | 19/04/2008 | Cell Phones
Text messaging is handy and convenient but it can also be costly. Find out how some families are controlling the costs.

Cell Phones - Breaking the Bank, or not

By: Christine Peppler | 19/04/2008 | Cell Phones
Parents can place limits on voice calling and texting of their kids to take control of the budget via several of the major US cellular providers. Find out how.

Submit Your Articles Free: Signup
Article Categories




Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the Terms Of Use and Privacy Policy | User published content is licensed under a Creative Commons License.
Copyright © 2005-2008 Free Articles by ArticlesBase.com, All rights reserved. (1.17, 6, w1)