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LCD TV - Are they reliable ?

Should I get the extend warranty ?

I heard that most of the major brands will have problem within 3 years ! Is it true ?

I'm want to buy the latest Sharp(top model) or Samsung(series 7) LCD TV(52in.). Which one is better in picture quality ? Which one is more reliable ?
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narrod
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I bought the warranty for my 60" LCD rear projection and it has paid off. The light engine and a bulb have been replaced under the warranty. Those two repairs would have cost more than $1000 without the warranty.

I also bought it for my 42" Plasma. So far, no problems requiring a service call.

My 32" LCD flat panel only cost $600 so I wasn't worried about an extended warranty. Again, no problems, so far.

I have no experience with the Sharp or Samsung.
narrod
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I normally don't buy them either. I did for my Hitachi 60" LCD rear projection and it has paid for itself with a new light engine and a bulb replacement. I plan to get another bulb replaced before the warranty expires.
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