The higher the resolution of a TV, the greater the cost, but only larger screen TVs benefit from the best resolutions. For example: on a 32" screen TV, most people won't be able to see the difference between a 720p or 1080p resolution, but the 1080p will cost a heck of a lot more … [Read more...] about Buy the right resolution for the TV screen size
Smaller TV screens = lower costs
Small screen TVs save you money in two key ways: 1. the initial cost of the TV will be less and 2. your ongoing monthly electric bill will be lower. As an added perk, since they use less electricity, they're also better for the environment.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Smaller TV screens = lower costs
Plasma screens = higher costs
Plasma screens cost more than LCD TVs or rear-projections TVs both in the initial cost and in your ongoing electric bills since they eat up more energy. For example: a typical 52-inch LCD TV uses about the same wattage as a typical 42-inch plasma. Rear-projection TVs will use … [Read more...] about Plasma screens = higher costs
Budget for the extras
Remember that with TVs, the final cost is likely to include more than just the cost of the TV itself. You may also need audio/video cables, additional speakers, a DVD player, a new TV stand or wall-mount bracket, etc. In short, there are a lot of potential extras. Put aside … [Read more...] about Budget for the extras
Buy a TV that is EnergyStar compliant
If a TV is energy efficient, it will save you money over time because it will use less energy and, therefore, provide regular savings on your electric bill. The money you save will more than pay for the extra cost you may have to pay upfront. When comparing different EnergyStar … [Read more...] about Buy a TV that is EnergyStar compliant