Should I buy another flat screen now while they are still relatively cheap?
My current Vizio 65" is either 7 or 8 years old, and it gets a lot of use. Is there an average life span on these? My previous Samsung 70" made it about ten years as I remember. I see that WalMart still has flat screens in that (or around that) size for relatively cheap.
AI Overview The average flat-screen TV can last anywhere from 5 to 16 years, with LED TVs potentially lasting the longest (11-16 years). LCD screens typically last 5-10 years, while plasma TVs have a shorter lifespan of 5-7 years. Factors like usage, brightness settings, and environmental conditions can all influence a TV's actual lifespan. |
It depends on how much tech/bells and whistles you want. Depending on your budget, spending extra does pay off in picture quality. Although they are clueless about higher end audio, Consumer Report does excellent testing and reporting on Tv's. Some other sources like "The Spruce" (no membership needed) are also helpful. i just purchased a Sony 65" OLED at the end of last year. $500 off MSRP. The picture quality is superb. Just as an add-on, Sony and LG usually test at the top of the test charts. As an added bonus, they also are at the top in reliability. |
That is not a factor for me, @llg98ljk .
That is helpful. I am literally half blind (probably more than half) so, in general, the bigger the better. I've seen bigger at Wal Mart, up to 80", but 65" is big enough right now. The reason for my question, however, pertains to near-future availability and pricing.
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We had a 10 year old Samsung flat panel, and we replaced it with a Sony OLED. Side by side, it was shocking. The Sony was bright and crisp, the 10 year old Samsung was much less so. I got mine at 500 off when Best Buy had a sale right after New Year’s Day in 2024. The Sonys are not made in China so there won’t be a 145% tax on them. |
