When do new models come out??

When I bought my CRT HDTV it was a discontinued model that I got for a
good price. My wife and I would like to get a new big screen but the
1080p's are still a little pricey. Is there a time when new models
come out so I can then look for last years models on close-out? Or do
the mfg's release new models sporadically throughout the year?

Thanks!!

Eddie G

Eddie G wrote:

When I bought my CRT HDTV it was a discontinued model that I got for a
good price. My wife and I would like to get a new big screen but the
1080p's are still a little pricey. Is there a time when new models
come out so I can then look for last years models on close-out? Or do
the mfg's release new models sporadically throughout the year?

Thanks!!

Eddie G


Most of the new models come out in the spring in the U.S. but there are
a lot of exceptions to that statement. I've seen at least half a dozen
models introduced late this summer and this fall.

In the last few years the best time to get a good deal on a HDTV was
right after the holidays. A lot of stores clear them out then to make
way for the new models.
--
Bill R.

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Eddie G wrote:
When I bought my CRT HDTV it was a discontinued model that I got for a
good price. My wife and I would like to get a new big screen but the
1080p's are still a little pricey. Is there a time when new models
come out so I can then look for last years models on close-out? Or do
the mfg's release new models sporadically throughout the year?

Thanks!!

Eddie G


Sharp has some pretty heavy markdowns now on their 1080p
sets. They have four distinct lines of LCD sets. The price
leader is an all-new set.

JVC has introduced slightly larger screens on their ILA
projection sets (56 goes to 58, 60 goes to 61 etc.)
The 56 and 60 are 1080p, have more input options and were
about $800 less than the 58" and 61" in the store.

Great pricing...bought one of each.

If you are into football or soccer, take a close look
at the 60" and 70" JVC during 1080i and 720p broadcasts.
JVC handles motion artifact suppression differently than
other brands--personally, I like it. Some HD techno-buffs
might not.

For the Sharp Aquos take a hard look at the shadow areas
in the picture. I think Sharp was shooting for great
blacks and they achieved! We're still playing with settings.

--
pete

On Oct 18, 5:54 pm, Eddie G wrote:
When I bought my CRT HDTV it was a discontinued model that I got for a
good price. My wife and I would like to get a new big screen but the
1080p's are still a little pricey. Is there a time when new models
come out so I can then look for last years models on close-out? Or do
the mfg's release new models sporadically throughout the year?

Thanks!!

Eddie G

I'd think sporadically. They're always after the edge, to a lesser
extent accounting seasonal and/or promotional sales. Besides, if
they've got the "edge" (Sharp, Sony, or a "better-make" reputability),
it's more a discretionary matter how much they're willing to cut off a
premium people will pay to be within that margin of quality they're
already known for and capable of commanding. Research and
development offering the most features for the value is what makes a
new model, even quality name manufacturers, at any given time, must be
aware of for competitive hot marketing upstarts and directions. The
model is only a summary of features and reviews for a value
respectfully submitted -- a time frame shortly to be eclipsed as
developments unfold.

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When I bought my CRT HDTV it was a discontinued model that I got for a
good price. My wife and I would like to get a new big screen but the
1080p's are still a little pricey. Is there a time when new models
come out so I can then look for last years models on close-out? Or do
the mfg's release new models sporadically throughout the year?

Thanks!!

Eddie G

Sony and Samsung recently came out with new models. If you can still find a
Sony XBR2 or XBR3 or Samsung 4065/4665 you can probably get a good price.
While these are not the cheapest you can find, they are high quality
products.