[tipsykip]

Hey guys, I'm new to the forum. I need some advice on HDTVs, if you know anything. First of all, I don't know the difference between 720, 1080pi, whatever. And I'm not sure if cost makes a difference. They have some great-looking models at Costco that are pretty affordable to my budget, but I don't want the thing to konk out after six months of use. I know I can always return it but those things are heavy!! Is it worth it to shell out the big bucks for a name brand?

[LoTeX]

Howdy. It's all there, knock yaself out:
High-definition television - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
including this: 720p - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

[gooogleme]

Those are pretty good resources, although some of the technical terms might lose people. Don't worry about 720p or 1080i (some people think 720 looks better, but it takes a careful eye and a really clean picture to tell the difference). As for the cost...well, you could always play limbo.com and get one for free! Seriously, though, I know that those cheaper models can also be tempting but with TVs sometimes it pays to go with a good name. Although it's hard to tell what a good name is sometimes. Had a Sony fizz out on my earlier in the year -- luckily still under warranty.