That's not exactly correct. While non-shielded speakers can distort the image on your TV, it will not do permanent damage to the tube. You'll just have to back the speakers away from the set. -dr
Just some random thoughts...
I hate to say this but you're living in a dream world if you think your going to find the perfect TV with absolutely no picture anomolies (believe me I know, I went through the same thing when I was searching for a new set). It basically comes down to how critical...
I saw a Samsung 32" flat screen DTV (not sure of model) at Best Buy this weekend. It was on display next to a Sony flat screen DTV (model HS20 I believe). They were both receiving what appeared to be a non-digitial signal (i.e. ntsc). The Samsung did a much better job than the Sony...