HD Bliss with the Samsung 4665 LCD TV

Before I tell you how incredible the Samsung 4465 LCD TV is I'm going to summarize my buying process.









Buying Process:

1. Plasma vs. LCD - the easiest way to determine which technology best fits your needs is to go to a store and watch the same image on both screens simultaneously. When I did this LCD was the clear winner.
2. Screen Size - the distance you sit from the TV dictates the size panel you'll need. From 6-10 feet a 46" panel is ideal.
3. Resolution - 1080p with True HD is what you want
   
4. Selecting a Manufacturer - Consumer Reports (CR) is a great resource to determine brands offer the best ratings. The March 2008 issue of CR rated the Samsung 4661 ($2200) at a 79 which 1 rating point lower than the #1 rated Sony Bravia ($3600) with a score of 80. The 4665 model is the replacement for the 4661 and the appliance store I bought this TV from indicated that for the money the Samsung TVs were a better buy.
5. Sales Tax - If your State has a sales tax seek out an appliance store in an Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) which typically charges HALF the normal Sales Tax. Example: The UEZs in New Jersey offer a 3.5% sales tax vs. the normal 7.0%.
6. Service Provider tips - If you have cable access for your TV you'll have to upgrade to digital service and subscribe to the HD channels offered by your provider in order to maximize usage of your new HD TV
7. HDMI Cable - Make sure you buy a high quality HDMI cable to connect your digital box to the TV in order to maximize the picture quality. You'll get a cable from your Service provider with the HD box, however more than likely it will only transmit data at 720i resolution. The higher grade cable will ensure you are watching true 1080P.
   

Now here's why I love the Samsung 4665 LCD TV:

• The jaw dropping vivid picture quality
  
• True 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution offers an incredibly clear panel
  
• Samsung's ultra-fast switching technology and 8-millisecond response time decrease blurring, so even high-speed sports remain fluid and easy to watch.
  
• 3 HDMI inputs allows greater flexibility for component support
• Menu operation is intuitive and easy to navigate