How to Buy a New HDTV - Step 5

I recommend you do two types of shopping before deciding on the TV that is right for you:

1) Online comparison shopping for price
You will be able to find the lowest price online by using a price comparison site, such as Pricerunner.com or Shopping.com. Armed with the lowest price available online (be sure to include shipping in your pricing), you will be able to compare it to the lowest price you are able to find in stores.

2) In store shopping for first hand experience
Nothing will tell you more about how well you like a TV than going to see and hear it in person. There is no better way to decide what you like the best than to experience it first hand. While you may have to deal with some salesman chatter in the process, I strongly recommend you view regular non-HD content, DVD’s and HD content on any TV you are interested in BEFORE you make your purchasing decision. If you are debating on which type of rear projection TV to buy, doing this first-hand viewing test will also help you make a decision between DLP vs. LCD vs. CRT. Many stores will allow you to play with the remote and adjust the TV settings as well, which is also a good idea if you want to get a clear idea of what it will be like to operate the TV.