Hey, looking to buy big screen flat tv. Maybe 70 - 80 inch. I dont need 3D . Maybe spend around $3000 or less. Anybody have any suggestion ? Certain models to avoid? Anybody have good luck with anything in particular ? Any suggestions or help appreciated. Probably go to Best Buy or Sams Club or where ever a deal is to be had. Thanks in advance
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Looking to Buy Big Screen TV 70-80 inch - any do's or dont's ? (1 Viewer)
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fantasycurse42
Footballguy Jr.
80 inches under $3k, I think you'd prob have to go Sharp... Maybe Vizio but I think they stop at 70.
Samsung prob going over your budget.
Samsung prob going over your budget.
redbullz
Footballguy
try costco seen some good prices there, and they also had a protection service plan for the tv's was a 3 yr warranty on top of there year warranty for around 100 bucks. But I'd go Samsung cause your already shelling out 3k mind as well spend a few hundred more to get a product you know will last you.
Judge Smails
Footballguy
I need to get a 60-70 inch TV. Replacing my 10 year old Panasonic 50 inch Plasma. What's the verdict on 3D, Smart TV's, etc? I have been very impressed with the Samsung's I've seen at Costco..
Yea I can hold out until whatever.What happens in late November? Also since I was looking today it appears that 4k is the way to go . Of course it cost more so I am bumping my budget up to get a 4k possibly . IS 4k really worth the more money ? the salesmen sure said so but well you know.
JohnfrmCleveland
Footballguy
Black Friday happens in late November.
Do you have anything to watch in 4K? The only thing I've even heard of is a Blu-Ray player that upconverts. Does cable offer any 4K channels?
This is the type of info Im looking for !!! I didnt even realize 4k meant special channels or special movies etc etc. I was under the impression the a 4k TV enhanced every typical channel or show you may watch. I watch nothing special .. just typical movies , shows, sports etc etc. No blue rays or any special viewing. Now the 4k TV come with 3D capability which I have real no reason to have but all of 4 k comnes with 3d from what I see, but are you telling me the 4k value is in special viewing items only? If so then there is no reason to spend the extra money. If 4 k is enhancing all watched items then I dont mind spending more. I trust a message board more than a sales man.
Penguin
Footballguy
I don't believe there's any 4K programming available from cable providers. Netflix is going to release Breaking Bad & House of Cards in 4K but those will be upconverted as they weren't filmed in 4k, big difference.
TV's are the same as cell phones, they are way ahead of the content/networks. There's already some 8K tv's out there, which is 400% more pixels than 4K and 1600% more than 1080p
TV's are the same as cell phones, they are way ahead of the content/networks. There's already some 8K tv's out there, which is 400% more pixels than 4K and 1600% more than 1080p
James Daulton
Footballguy
Forget 4k. Your eyes can barely tell 720 from 1080.
Today I watched Noah and The Strain on my 106 inch projector. Nothing like it.
Today I watched Noah and The Strain on my 106 inch projector. Nothing like it.
fantasycurse42
Footballguy Jr.
Corporation
Angry Bovine
I'm leaning towards 105 inch projector. Any thoughts from those who've done this?
Also it will be years before 4k programming comes out so I'd definitely wait.
Also it will be years before 4k programming comes out so I'd definitely wait.
Mr. Ected
Footballguy
Do projectors provide the same quality imaging as a flat screen? Will it look like a flat screen or will it look like the ancient projectors from the 70s and 80s like this? Does it matter some on the quality of the screen that you get?
Thinking about upgrading the set in my basement, and was thinking a projector could be used real well. 70-80" inches and if I set it up correctly, it could even be moved out to the back yard with another screen for an outdoor viewing. (Kid Fun!!)
msommer
Footballguy
I have a 1080p projector that goes onto a 72" screen. Compared to a tv there are a couple of potential trouble areas
1) if you don't install it exactly right, your picture may not be a perfect rectangle. This bothers some, others not so much.
2) it is more light sensitive, obviously, so you have got to be able to screen off the light sources
I've had projectors for the past 8 years or so. With a proper surround sound system it is awesome, with tvs coming down in price not sure if I had to replace the projector I'd buy a new one. Probably yes, but maybe not.
1) if you don't install it exactly right, your picture may not be a perfect rectangle. This bothers some, others not so much.
2) it is more light sensitive, obviously, so you have got to be able to screen off the light sources
I've had projectors for the past 8 years or so. With a proper surround sound system it is awesome, with tvs coming down in price not sure if I had to replace the projector I'd buy a new one. Probably yes, but maybe not.
James Daulton
Footballguy
In an ideal scenario, you'd have a nice lcd/plasma as your family room/heavy use set. Again, forget about 4k for now.
To me, the projector is more of an event viewing vehicle. I have mine in my basement, so light is not an issue, the projector I have is 1080p, 3D, and very bright. It throws a great image with little light, and a very reasonable image even in moderate light (like you'd use for a superbowl party or something). It's paired with a 7.1 surround setup and watching movies/tv/sports is really immersive and enjoyable.
As far the quality of the projector image, I'd wager it's a lot better than you'd expect, yet still not quite as good as a good lcd/plasma. Pretty close though.
MattFancy
Footballguy
Agree with others on not worrying about 4k right now. I think it's going to be awhile before it takes off. We still don't have all TV shows in 1080p yet, so I don't think we'll see a ton of content out in 4k in the near future. Also with 4k TVs, the price would have to come down significantly for people to buy them over 1080p TVs. Most people's HDTVs now are probably 5 years old or so. I don't see people rushing to drop another couple grand on a new TV when the ones they have work fine. Kind of reminds me of the 3D TV fad.
Hawks64
Footballguy
Mr. Ected
Footballguy
Interesting, I was thinking about it for my basement, with very little light (2 small windows in the room) and would be used for kids watching TV (Quality not important), playing games (More being able to handle the game's movements, rather than super high quality) and family viewing events (higher quality more important - for ME.
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fantasycurse42
Footballguy Jr.
Saw it in Best Buy... I don't get it & I am a TV guy.
That can't be optimal for wall mounting either (if even possible).
http://www.cnet.com/news/trouble-with-the-curve-what-you-need-to-know-about-curved-tvs/
fantasycurse42
Footballguy Jr.
The TV def has the capability to split at least PiP, prob more... I think splitting the screens also would be depending on your inputs and capabilities from your cable company/cable box too.
Mr. Ected
Footballguy
Not sure about wall mounting, but my thought is the point is to make the screen more viewable from varying angles. You know the guy at the pool table on the right has as good a view as the guy on the couch straight ahead in front of the screen. May also help with glare. Nice, but may not be worth the $$$.
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Hawks64
Footballguy
Plasmas are done
but Samsung has always had the top rated LED.Even more reason to grab one now. Hopefully they will last 4 or 5 years until something else like OLED catches up. But yeah,Plasmas are done
Hawks64
Footballguy
Samsung announced they are no longer going to the make them after this year...so if you want one get one ASAP. I missed the window on Panasonic and got a Samsun plasma instead.Even more reason to grab one now. Hopefully they will last 4 or 5 years until something else like OLED catches up. But yeah,Plasmas are done
Hawks64
Footballguy
Bright = better picture to everyone until they see properly setup TVs and 90% of the public doesn't care enough to do any researchI curse everyone involved with the end of plasmas
Just have to wait until OLEDs are reasonably priced.![[icon]](/data/avatars/m/5/5167.jpg?1660313464){kind=avatar}
Raider Nation
Devil's Advocate
@ the customer reviews.
offdee
Footballguy
What's the story here?... Wasn't aware of their death. I have a 55" Panasonic plasma that's about 2yrs old...sounds like I got it just at the right time.I curse everyone involved with the end of plasmas
Hawks64
Footballguy
Decreased demand from an uninformed public killed them off. Panasonic went first Feb of this year, Samsung is done end of this year and LG will likely follow shortly.What's the story here?... Wasn't aware of their death. I have a 55" Panasonic plasma that's about 2yrs old...sounds like I got it just at the right time.I curse everyone involved with the end of plasmas
omahawildcat25
Footballguy
Love my 64" Samsung Plasma, but hate the voice recognition smart aspect of it.
MattFancy
Footballguy
Same here. Especially in a dark setting like my basement, this thing looks incredible. I don't get why so many people hated on plasmas. They have better pictures than LED/LCD IMO.
