LCD > Plasma

[chode_regulator]

rofl at cry havocs domination over tlong in this thread

[porscha]

LCD > Plasma

[tlongII]

You used the fact that the the USAF was buying LCDs as proof of their ability to become the standard. By that extension, you stated that the "standard" categorically means that LCDs are better than plasmas. You've offered nothing to back up these statements.

How do you figure? I just showed you that Pioneer is no longer making Plasmas. I suppose you think that has nothing to with it?

[tlongII]

rofl at cry havocs domination over tlong in this thread

You have an interesting definition of "domination."

[Cry Havoc]

How do you figure? I just showed you that Pioneer is no longer making Plasmas. I suppose you think that has nothing to with it?

Because they aren't making enough money on them. Not because they are of inferior quality. They are making less money on the Kuro line because they COST MORE TO MAKE. BECAUSE THEY ARE HIGHER QUALITY. How much more clearly must I say this?

http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-t...?tag=mncol;lst

From TFA:

"The Pioneer Elite PRO-111FD represents the pinnacle of flat-panel HDTV picture quality."

You have an interesting definition of "domination."

When you admit that you have no clue what you're talking about and yet still try to have an argument with someone who has recently been researching said subject, you have very little ability to say that you're holding your own, since you wouldn't even know (and clearly don't) if you're even correct in your assumptions.

[DMX7]

http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/03/p...manufacturing/




I'd say LCD will be the defacto standard now.

de facto... for some reason that bothers me.

[MannyIsGod]

When I got my TV I got both and LCD and a Plasma. The Plasma looked a million times better colorwise (especially black). That was like 2 or 3 years ago I guess, so I'm sure its possible LCD has caught Plasma in that regard but people were saying that then and it wasn't even close for me.

[josh0414]

Plasma All the way

[tlongII]

In 5-7 years you won't even see plasma TV's in stores.

[josh0414]

In 5-7 years you won't even see plasma TV's in stores.

Yeah By then LCD will be being phased out by OED screens!!!!

[Cry Havoc]

In 5-7 years you won't even see plasma TV's in stores.

Care to repeat yourself any further?

In 5-7 years LCD will have been replaced. The technology behind it is already reaching it's limit, and the Laser TVs have a much better picture.

[fraga]

OLED's are amazingly scary...I mean screens that are less than the width of a human hair...being able to be flexible...curved...bent...to think how fast things are advancing and evolving with technology...wow...yes soon there will be no LCD or Plasma...

[JoeChalupa]

I've been wanting a new flat screen. Maybe I should wait.

[Cry Havoc]

I've been wanting a new flat screen. Maybe I should wait.

It really depends on your budget. You can get a great TV for ~$1000 right now. Whatever comes along after that, there will be something that trumps that as well.

If you need a new TV -- buy one. If you don't, buy a cheap used one on craigslist or wait.

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

I've always liked the plasmas better. LCDs, for some reason, almost make me feel motion sick watching them.

What's the story on energy usage, how much more are we talking about with a plasma over an LCD?

[sabar]

Plasma TVs range from 200-600 watts, LCD ranges from 80-300 watts.

No doubt this is the largest disadvantage. Large plasmas use more energy than window A/C units and output a large amount of heat to boot.

I replaced all my CRT displays with LCDs because CRTs output so much more heat, it adds up. I could never get plasma, can't even afford to keep the A/C below 80F

If energy and heat (and subsequently, money) are no object then nothing wrong with some plasma action.

[fraga]

C'mon now...seriously...if you're really that worried about your electricity bill due to your "plasma"...then you probably shouldn't be buying a plasma to begin with...

[chode_regulator]

You have an interesting definition of "domination."

well considering youre whole argument is based on "well the air force bought them" and other htan that opinon, then yes you are being dominated in this conversation. believe it or not, in life you are wrong sometimes. its crazy.

In 5-7 years you won't even see plasma TV's in stores.

great predicition

I've always liked the plasmas better. LCDs, for some reason, almost make me feel motion sick watching them.

What's the story on energy usage, how much more are we talking about with a plasma over an LCD?

i have no way to measure how much mine uses, but i ahve not noticed any considerable rise in my electric bill in the 10 months ive had a plasma. i have a 50" that has been on for several hours and i just ran my hand oer the whole screen about an inch away. no noticeable heat. their is some heat coming out of the back, but i would imagine that that is the whole reason there are vent holes drilled into the top of the backplate-ventilation.

personally i like plasma over lcd. thats me. honestly your best bet is to read as many reviews as you can, as much info as you can and go to the store and look at all the models.
i actually had bought a 42" lcd and took it home. i watched that last superman movie, the one about the actor not the actual movie, and it was a real dark movie. the screen was horrible so i took the tv back. hooked up plasma and instantly better. again oculd have been variety of factors but i like plasma better

[tlongII]

I claim PWNAGE!

[Cry Havoc]

I claim PWNAGE!

Let me guess: You wanted to claim "ownage", but you heard that Microsoft is buying the term "pwnage" so that it will now become the new internet slang word, thereby relegating "ownage" to one of the least used words, and you just want to stay ahead of the curve?

[MannyIsGod]

CH you were destroying him early on but the fact you just responded to his last post has entirely shifted the balance. He just kinda did pwn you.

[JoeChalupa]

If you go by that logic, you'll be waiting and waiting and waiting. Do your research and jump in.

I'm not that into the whole LCD/Plasma, Blue Ray and HDTV thing. I don't need to see a person's pores and nose hairs to enjoy a movie or feel the heat during an explosion in an action movie.
I know you have to pay for quality but paying that much won't increase my liking a movie or TV show any better.
But it is time I think.

[tlongII]

CH you were destroying him early on but the fact you just responded to his last post has entirely shifted the balance. He just kinda did pwn you.

He was NEVER destroying me. He doesn't know what he's talking about. How anyone can claim that "soon to be" obsolete technology is superior is beyond my comprehension.

[chode_regulator]

I've been wanting a new flat screen. Maybe I should wait.

oh yeha also check out circuit city. here in houston last weekend i think the plasmas were 25% off and lcd's 20%. im sure by now its more, but i would imagine less selection.


tlong, half your argument is "well its good enough for the air force...." which is a pretty lame argument

[Cry Havoc]

CH you were destroying him early on but the fact you just responded to his last post has entirely shifted the balance. He just kinda did pwn you.

Good to know I've lost your approval. Tlong's argument is so weak that I basically cannot lose against it, so I'm not particularly worried. I am admittedly just bored/frustrated with his utter incompetence on the subject.