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Cheap LCD TVs
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This is a rundown of all the current top deals on big, flat, high-definition LCD tellies. These are all bargain deals, if you can afford the price.
When buying big ticket items, always make sure you've done a full budget to ensure it won't break the bank.
New to HD? Check out the HD Glossary at the bottom of the page.
This silver Vistron from ebuyer looks quite smart, and the limited user feedback available is quite positive. It's a little long in the tooth however, and leaves a little to be desired in the connections department, with just 1 HDMI socket and 1 SCART socket, amongst a few others.
Size: 32" widescreen
HD level/resolution: HD-ready 1080i, 720p, 1366x768
Inputs: 1 SCART, 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, Composite, S-Video
Warranty: 1 year
The cheapest bricks & mortar retail deal comes from Morrisons, which has knocked £50 off the cost of a well-specced-but-a-bit-plasticky Techwood set while stocks last. As well as the requisite Freeview tuner, it's got 2 HDMI sockets, 2 SCARTs, and according to reviewers, decent contrast.
You also get a two-year warranty as standard with this set. It's available at Morrisons nationwide while stocks last: call ahead to avoid disappointment.
Size: 32" widescreen
HD level/resolution: HD-ready 1080i, 720p, 1366x768
Inputs: 2 SCART, 2 HDMI, Composite
Warranty: 2 year
This big Elonex set's received decent feedback from buyers for picture and build quality. It doesn't have a freeview tuner built in, but if you've already got Virgin or Sky TV this won't be an issue.
Connections-wise, there's a decent line-up of 2 HDMI, 2 SCART, 1 Component, 1 VGA & 1 S-Video inputs, which should be enough for most. On the downside, the remote control isn't as straightforward as it could be. It's cheapest at ebuyer for £289.95 inc delivery, or ASDA has it in-store & online for £299.
Size: 37" widescreen
HD level/resolution: HD-ready 1080i, 720p, 1366x768
Inputs: 2 SCART, 2 HDMI, 1 VGA, Component, 1 S-Video
Warranty: 1 year
This pretty Samsung set, also from ebuyer, offers excellent clarity and contrast (Samsung's the LCD market-leader), and is more straight forward to use than most budget sets, with a simple, user-friendly remote control. It offers 3 HDMI inputs, 2 SCART, 1 VGA, Component and Composite inputs.
Size: 32" widescreen
HD level/resolution: HD-Ready 1080i, 720p, 1366x768
Inputs: 2 SCART, 3 HDMI, 1 VGA, Component, Composite
Warranty: 1 year, at home.
If only full HD (1080p) will do, Amazon is stocking this LG, which while not the cheapest 32" 1080p set we've seen is till good value. As well as top-class picture quality, it has wide connectivity, with 3 HDMI inputs, 2 SCARTS, 1 PC input, 1 component & 1 composite. Reviews from both users and magazines are very positive.
Size: 32" widescreen
HD level/resolution: Full HD 1080p, 1920x1080
Inputs: 2 SCART, 3 HDMI, 1 VGA, Component, Composite, S-video
Warranty: 1 year
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HD Glossary
HD Video: High definition video refers simply to any video with a higher level of image detail (resolution) than standard definition (SD). Where standard definition tellies display 480 vertical lines of picture, HD ones can display 720 (HD Ready), or even 1080 (Full HD). However, HD-capable displays will only display a higher definition picture when connected to an HD receiver. (Wikipedia)
Resolution: Describes the detail an image holds. Put very simply, the higher the numbers, the more detailed the image will be, regardless of screen size. (Wikipedia)
HD Ready: This refers to screens which are capable of displaying lower end high definition (HD) content, which is still far more detailed than regular, standard definition telly (720 lines as opposed to 480), but not as detailed as Full HD 1080p below. (Wikipedia)
Full HD 1080p: This refers to screens capable of displaying the highest quality of HD content (1080 lines). To do so, they need a resolution of at least 1920 x 1080. (Wikipedia)
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface): The preferred interface for plugging HD devices into each other. It's digital, and carries both sound and picture information. As an aside, don't be fooled into paying over the odds for 'gold-plated' cables; since it's a digital format, there's barely any difference between them and the cheapest HDMI cable. (Wikipedia)
WARNING! Please think very carefully before buying one of these
While some of these tellies are very good value, they still cost a fair whack; don't be tempted to buy if you can't afford it. TV technology prices tend to drop for the same thing, so saving up and waiting a while can often pay off.
This site is about getting the best deals, but always spending within your means so do....
....Remember the MoneySaving mantras:
IF YOU'RE SKINT
Do I need it?
Can I afford it?
Can I find it cheaper anywhere else
IF YOU'RE NOT SKINT
Will I use it?
Is it worth it?
Can I find it cheaper anywhere else?
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