RIP my Samsung 50" plasma, circa 2007

[jeebus]

So I can see Enrique miss layups in even more detail?

You can see the look of disappointment on the crowd's faces, even in the nosebleed section.

[AlexJones]

Samcuck TVs are anyway

[GINNNNNNNNNNNNOBILI]

I found this TV for $1,000 very happy with it if you want to stay with a plasma

Samsung PN51F8500 51-Inch 1080p 600Hz 3D Smart Plasma HDTV (2013 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BCPGOD4..._VcQxwbCN9QT34

[DJR210]

Samcuck TVs are anyway

LG OLED 4K's are the best hands down

[Reck]

I saw a Sony 40 inch 4K going for 500 at best buy the other day.

I was kind of surprise that A, it was going that low and B, that the blood sucking vampires at BB were actually selling it at that price.

[DJR210]

I saw a Sony 40 inch 4K going for 500 at best buy the other day.

I was kind of surprise that A, it was going that low and B, that the blood sucking vampires at BB were actually selling it at that price.

That's a pretty typical price for a 40" broski

[Dirk Oneanddoneski]

Went to Wallyworld and got a 50" Samsung LCD 1080p for a bit over $500. Would've gotten 4K, but I don't think my cable streams content anywhere near that rez.

Take it back its going to feel like a downgrade because of the thin bezel and don't buy a tv at Wal-Mart, Wal-Mart tv's are ty models made specially for Wal-Mart so they can have lower prices. Do you have microcenter or Frys in SA?

[Cry Havoc]

I saw a Sony 40 inch 4K going for 500 at best buy the other day.

I was kind of surprise that A, it was going that low and B, that the blood sucking vampires at BB were actually selling it at that price.

Best Buy actually sells a lot of their TVs just above cost. Their prices are pretty decent -- their service and knowledge is generally terrible.

[DarrinS]

Take it back its going to feel like a downgrade because of the thin bezel and don't buy a tv at Wal-Mart, Wal-Mart tv's are ty models made specially for Wal-Mart so they can have lower prices. Do you have microcenter or Frys in SA?

Exact same model I got at Walmart is also sold at Best Buy. So far, I'm satisfied with it.

[Blake]

Best Buy actually sells a lot of their TVs just above cost. Their prices are pretty decent -- their service and knowledge is generally terrible.

That's been my experience.

And I don't know how many places have 0% financing for 12 months for items $400+. Maybe it's standard, i don't know...but they offer it. Pretty convenient when I'd rather not drop a grand right off the bat on something.

Also, I recall a few years back it was a headache to return things, but the last few, I was in and out, no hurdles or hoops.

[DJR210]

Take it back its going to feel like a downgrade because of the thin bezel and don't buy a tv at Wal-Mart, Wal-Mart tv's are ty models made specially for Wal-Mart so they can have lower prices. Do you have microcenter or Frys in SA?

Agreed I would never buy a TV at Wal-Mart.. They'll change one number or letter on the model for the Wal-Mart version but the TV has different specs than the electronic store equivalent.

[DarrinS]

So, I took the back cover off the plasma to see if I could troubleshoot. Blew all the dust out (yuck). No obvious burnt components, blown fuses, etc. I plug it in and I hear buzzing. Next thing I know, a plume of white smoke comes out of the y-main board, so I unplug it quickly. Damn thing is definitely dead to me now. It probably could be fixed by someone willing to spend the time on it -- just not worth the effort to me.

[DarrinS]

Agreed I would never buy a TV at Wal-Mart.. They'll change one number or letter on the model for the Wal-Mart version but the TV has different specs than the electronic store equivalent.

Not on the one I bought. It's identical to same model sold elsewhere. I think I paid $1 less than Best Buy. I only went to Walmart because it was closer.

[DJR210]

Not on the one I bought. It's identical to same model sold elsewhere. I think I paid $1 less than Best Buy. I only went to Walmart because it was closer.

Which model did you get?

[baseline bum]

Do you have microcenter or Frys in SA?

No

Damn it would be nice to have a Microcenter to get a $250 i7-4790k and then $20 off the motherboard too.

[DarrinS]

Which model did you get?

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WR28T1Q/...l_68j8fu1212_e

[Venti Quattro]

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WR28T1Q/...l_68j8fu1212_e

Why didn't you go 70"

[DMC]

I just got a new TV myself but didn't go with the 4K version because I rarely even watch anything in 1080p to be honest. I don't feel like I've missed anything. The low prices of these giant TVs now make it hard to select that 4K version for 2K more.

[DMC]

That's been my experience.

And I don't know how many places have 0% financing for 12 months for items $400+. Maybe it's standard, i don't know...but they offer it. Pretty convenient when I'd rather not drop a grand right off the bat on something.

Also, I recall a few years back it was a headache to return things, but the last few, I was in and out, no hurdles or hoops.

I'll do Best Buy for some things but most larger ticket items I will order online. With free shipping for Prime members, I'll order damn near everything from Amazon these days and have only been screwed once in several years but got a refund. Fry's is good for PC components but everything else (especially multimedia and home theater) is antiquated a bit and the one in Austin looks like it's been ransacked. Dude never heard of wireless surround.