best buy makes the lion share of its profits from warranties and services; consequently they're incentivized to sell you calibration, extended warranties, etc. if it were my money i'd go online to newegg, buydig or that ilk and buy a top brand (samsung, panasonic, toshiba) 42" model (easily attainable for <1000 incl. shipping)and spend 20 bucks on a self-calibrating dvd. plasma still probably has a marginally better picture, and definitely wider viewing angles; lcd is cheaper to run and better in bright rooms, but the differences are small. check dealmac for online bargains.
First Plasma/LCD purchase ever - a few questions..
My budget is under $1k and considering 37" - 42" sizes.
Any issues buying from Best Buy?
Any issues buying open stock/demo to save $$?
BB salesman told me I need to have the TV professionally calibrated on a regular basis. Can I DIY this process instead?
Plasma and LCD - does one require more maintenance (calibration) than the other?
And of course, the salesman wants me to buy the top-of-the-line warranty service. I've never ever bought any extended warranty on anything in my life. But is this, or any costly service contract, necessary for these TVs (plasma/lcd)?
I'd be happy to hear about your experiences related to these questions.
Thank you (in advance).
Any issues buying from Best Buy?
Any issues buying open stock/demo to save $$?
BB salesman told me I need to have the TV professionally calibrated on a regular basis. Can I DIY this process instead?
Plasma and LCD - does one require more maintenance (calibration) than the other?
And of course, the salesman wants me to buy the top-of-the-line warranty service. I've never ever bought any extended warranty on anything in my life. But is this, or any costly service contract, necessary for these TVs (plasma/lcd)?
I'd be happy to hear about your experiences related to these questions.
Thank you (in advance).