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The best televisions sites rated by the LoveToKnow editors.
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About.com - The History of TV
This fascinating topic includes a timeline, a mechanical history, broadcasting history, color TV history and more. |
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TVs at Sears.com
Fantastic prices and great selection. In-store pickup options make the deal even better (no shipping cost). They even price match and offer 10 percent back, and returns are easy since there's a Sears store around every corner.
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Television History - The First 75 Years
Amazing information on the history of television and more. Includes pictures of old TV advertisements, how much things like bread and cars cost in a given year (like 1939 ), old TV manuals like this one, and links to other sites with more neato information for enthusiasts.
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Circuit City
Excellent prices and a large selection. In-store pickup with price match and free delivery on many items. Browse by price, customer rating, or top sellers.
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Ecoustics
One stop for loads of information gathered net-wide: read TV reviews, articles, and message board discussions, plus browse the useful lists of TV manufacturers and internet-based TV stores.
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Amazon.com
Competitive prices and an incredibly large selection of both new and used/refurbished items. Shipping rates aren't always competitive. Browse TV's by type, size or brand.
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How Stuff Works
Learn from the expert how TV works. You can also read up on How Digital TV Works, How HDTV Works, How Plasma Displays Work, and How Projection TV Works.
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Best Buy
Somewhat competitive price-wise and free shipping on most items. With a good selection and "Research Center" designed to help you figure out what to buy. In-store pickup if there's a store near you.
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CNET's Quick Guide to TV Types
A helpful in-depth discussion on the differences and similarities between the many TV types available today. Reviewed in great detail are direct-view (tube) TV's, flat-panel TV's, rear-projection TV's, and front-projection TV's.
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J and R
A nicely designed site with good selection and competitive prices. Free shipping on many items, and you can browse by price, format, type, screen size or brand. Their 800 number is prominently displayed so shopping and returns appear to be hassle-free.
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Wikipedia on Television
A detailed article on most aspects of television; links to articles on the History of Television and Television's Golden Age. |
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Tweeter
Great selection and competitive prices with free shipping. Browse by TV type or brand, and check out their gift guide for shopping ideas. Take advantage of their extensive research before you buy. With store locations over much of the southern half of the US.
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The ExtremeTech Guide to Buying HDTV
A technical approach to HDTV written for the consumer, with details on resolution, display technologies, and a glossary of terms. Don't miss their "HDTV Quest" series of articles discussing buying your first HDTV.
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DTV City
All they sell is high-end TV's and the selection is great plus you can pre-order many items. Competitive pricing and useful buying tips from many years of experience selling plasma and HDTV's. Site is offered in 5 different languages.
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HDTV Primer
An extremely detailed article on the issues surrounding HDTV, including the 1996 Telecommunications Act, programming, accessories, and a buyer's checklist, written by a techie in simple terms for everyone.
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Crutchfield
30 years in the electronics business with good prices and free shipping on many items and low shipping prices in general. Good consumer buying information and a price or TV type browsable selection. Order a catalog delivered to your door.
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Epinions
Extensive consumer reviews on standard televisions as well as Plasma, LCD, HD and Portable TV's. To further help you, peruse their member advice on television buying guides and how to choose a type of television.
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Buy.com 
Good selection at retail prices. Free shipping on many items. Browse by TV type or check out their "Hot Buys". Don't miss their clearance center where low prices rule.
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Consumer Reports
Get reviews and advice from the standard in consumer protection for only $4.95 a month or $26 a year. Direct-view, LCD, Plasma and Projection TV's are reviewed. |
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TVs at Shopping.com
If you already know what you're looking for, or want to know what's on the market, use this mega shopping site. Browse by TV type, screen size, price or brand to find the right TV at the right price internet-wide.
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