I suggest using Pricescan.com to pricematch Sears. They seem to have the lowest Mits prices. Don't show them anything that has shipping charges and they won't add it on. At least, that was my experience.
Steve
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I would have to say that this is not a great deal. It's not a ripoff either. You can get an 5 year extended warranty from Suttertel.com for $249 and it's a Philips warranty. This makes the price $3200 for a floor model that's missing the remote. If it was me, I would pass. BTW, I think this...
Ok, guys. The term "troublemakers" was a lighthearted comment. Mark posted that he was a novice and I was attempting not to go into aspect ratios. Robert, can you give me a break?!?! I believe that I gave a simple, accurate answer. Period.
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Actually, Austin's CBS affiliate is network owned. That was the reason given by the Chief Engineer at the station for the delay. CBS actually owns quite a few of their affiliates. I agree that I could understand it more if they were independent.
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1) Yes. Time Warner has it up and running in various cities around the country. It will take awhile for full implementation. A few others have it as well. I'm not sure about your area of the country.
2) No. You can receive HDTV broadcasts over the airwaves with an antenna. You still need...
I got a similar response from the CBS affiliate here in Austin, although a bit more hostile. To make matters worse, he said it is unlikely they will broadcast in 1080i?!?!? He said it is more likely they will have several 480p channels. He claimed that it cost $12,000,000 dollars to upgrade...
OK, before anyone says it. I know the source of this information is dubious at best, but that is why I am posting. I was in Best Buy over the weekend and just happened to engage in a converstation with the supervisor of the TV department. I mentioned that I had great reservations in investing...