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    New TV for under $1000?

    I'm thinking of getting my girlfriend a new TV and was wondering if this would be worth it with a budget of $800-$1000? She would be using this 100% for DVD watching (she doesn't even have cable) so a widescreen would be nice. Anyone have any recommendations? I would prefer LCD/Flat panel, but doubt they go that cheap. Direct-view is alright as well and 34"+, if feasible. Thanks.

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    I acually bought my bigscreen from Wal-Mart. I know its walmart but I have seen the same TV I have at Best-buy, audioexpress, and Zelners. Its a Philips 51" Widescreen HD compatiable. I love it, its great and I spent on $999 on it brand new. (P.S. walmart can be talked down)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jackal28
    I'm thinking of getting my girlfriend a new TV and was wondering if this would be worth it with a budget of $800-$1000? She would be using this 100% for DVD watching (she doesn't even have cable) so a widescreen would be nice. Anyone have any recommendations? I would prefer LCD/Flat panel, but doubt they go that cheap. Direct-view is alright as well and 34"+, if feasible. Thanks.
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    I've seen a Toshiba 51 inch (51H84) at Best Buy for $999. It's an older model, so it's been clearanced priced. I'd go that route over the Philips, because there are a few less features (no screen shield, picture in picture) than Toshiba, Sony, Hitachi. Speaking of Hitachi, Circuit City is advertising an Aspect, which is made by Hitachi, for $999. It's really about what her needs are. If she has no kids, screen shield is not really necessary. Also, I think the Philips has a built-in HD tuner, which could come in handy since she doesn't have cable. On the other side, if all she's gonna be doing is movie watching, an HD tuner wouldn't make any difference.

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    By the way, JD06, almost bought that Philips. Seems like a bang for the buck tv. Couldn't risk the no screen shield thing with the kids, though. Ended up getting the Toshiba, which should be arriving soon.

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    You know, the funny thing is I bought that about 1 month before my boy was born. I guess I'm going to regret that lol

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    Quote Originally Posted by JD06
    You know, the funny thing is I bought that about 1 month before my boy was born. I guess I'm going to regret that lol
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