TV Tech Assistance Please

[1320PNY]

So we are exploring buying some upgraded electronics as we have CRT TVs.

My wife wants Netflix.
My 2 Year old would probably like the Kinect thing.

I wouldn't mind streaming YouTube/Streetfire through the TV or playing Forza.

So what is the deal with the XBOX options and what should I look for / buy?

Do I need a new TV? If so, what brand flat screen and what type of hook ups?

Is 3D TV / LCD / LED / Plasma / anything a MUST?

I wouldn't mind buying stuff in "steps" to keep it affordable, but I could just throw everything on a card if it is a better buy.

Thanks.

[Reverend Cooper]

the new samsung led lcd 3d tv with wireless is what you want i have its awesome ask anyone in here that has seen it.

[Cryptic]

Well I would look into a Samsung LED TV with "SMART TV"

It has Youtube, Hulu, NetFilix, Facebook, etc etc all built in. I would say 3D is NOT a must. I bought my kid a 7000 series Samsung for Christmas and it has the SmartTV, wireless, 240hz, GameMode (reduced lag for gaming) and 3D.

3D is only a must if you're interested in it IMO. You'll end up dropping more coin for BluRays that are 3D and they generally cost more.

[Korndogg]

I have a 55" Samsung LED "smart tv" and love it

[1320PNY]

Thanks for the input. I joined Costco and they have some nice Samsung LED TVs on sale right now. I guess I'll drop in there and take a closer look at specs.

Thanks again.

[Cleveland Dave]

if your getting a xbox360 you wont need any of the smart tv options.
im happy with my panasonic plasma tv i bought.

[Yooformula]

I agree.between my xbox and wdtv media player I have all of the same functions on my led tv.

[Reverend Cooper]

Well I would look into a Samsung LED TV with "SMART TV"

It has Youtube, Hulu, NetFilix, Facebook, etc etc all built in. I would say 3D is NOT a must. I bought my kid a 7000 series Samsung for Christmas and it has the SmartTV, wireless, 240hz, GameMode (reduced lag for gaming) and 3D.

3D is only a must if you're interested in it IMO. You'll end up dropping more coin for BluRays that are 3D and they generally cost more.

Why buy blurays when the signal is changed by the TV to 3d I can watch anything that plays on my TV in 3d
mine has youtube,netflix hulu facebook any type of internet service,hell i can play music off my phone or pictures/video from my phone wirelessly to it to,actually anything on my home network plays on it.

[Cryptic]

Why buy blurays when the signal is changed by the TV to 3d I can watch anything that plays on my TV in 3d
mine has youtube,netflix hulu facebook any type of internet service,hell i can play music off my phone or pictures/video from my phone wirelessly to it to,actually anything on my home network plays on it.

I actually have not even tried that function yet. But your right the TV can do that. My kid is always on the xbox on that TV now.

[pOrk]

LED is the way to go, light weight less energy and bright picture!

[WilliamZ]

This is the only LCD I'd buy http://elitelcdtv.com/elite-lcd-hdtv-overview/

The Samsungs are ok, still not as good as a good plasma.

The Panasonic VT series Plasmas are great.

[Reverend Cooper]

i would put my samsung up against any plasma.

[WilliamZ]

i would put my samsung up against any plasma.

It will lose..

http://news.consumerreports.org/electronics/2010/03/3d-tv-3dtv-comparison-test-reviews-labs-bluray-3d-content-3d-glasses-crosstalk-three-d.html

http://www.goodgearguide.com.au/article/352982/which_3d_tv_better_samsung_versus_panasonic/

http://plasmatvbuyingguide.com/3dtv/plasma-3d-vs-lcd-3d.html

[Cryptic]

It will lose..

http://news.consumerreports.org/electronics/2010/03/3d-tv-3dtv-comparison-test-reviews-labs-bluray-3d-content-3d-glasses-crosstalk-three-d.html

http://www.goodgearguide.com.au/article/352982/which_3d_tv_better_samsung_versus_panasonic/

http://plasmatvbuyingguide.com/3dtv/plasma-3d-vs-lcd-3d.html


ugg.. why didnt I find those articles before Christmas.

[WilliamZ]

I was never a fan of 3D because all the TVs I saw it on I could see flaws. When we bought a 58" VT series Panasonic plasma for our showroom, it was the first TV that I couldn't find any issues with and it looked how it should.