You did your research, checked the reviews, the viewing distance chart, and our article on how to avoid what the biggest mistakes people make when choosing a HDTV (link). Now that you’ve decided on the right set, it’s time to find the right dealer. Brick and mortar or on-line, we’ll look at both. We’ll also [...]
Entries Tagged as 'Front Projection'
Where NOT to Buy an HDTV – The 10 Biggest Perils of Picking the Wrong Dealer
August 24th, 2011 · 3 Comments · 3D HDTV, Connected TVs, DLP, Front Projection, LCD Flat Panel, LED LCD Flat Panels, Plasma
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Are you really watching HD on your HDTV? Maybe not.
May 12th, 2011 · 8 Comments · Blu-ray Discs, Blu-ray Players, Cable TV, Front Projection, LCD Flat Panel, LED LCD Flat Panels, Plasma, Satellite TV
A recent survey by Nielson found that 56% of US households have at least one HDTV. They also found that the vast majority of total viewing is still standard definition. The reasons for this are multi-fold, but one big contributor is that many who own an HDTV aren’t actually watching HD. Just because you have [...]
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HDTV Projection Screens – The Good, the Bad, and the Lumpy
March 21st, 2011 · 4 Comments · DLP, Front Projection
A few days ago I wrote an article espousing the virtues of front projection. I am an unabashed fan and hopelessly biased towards PJs. But to get the best performance out of a projector, you’re going to need a screen. And this is the point where I lose the audience. Still with me? Screens may [...]
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HDTV Projectors are Awesome
March 14th, 2011 · 11 Comments · DLP, Front Projection, LCD Flat Panel, News, Plasma
If you love movies. And I mean really love movies, a tiny little TV just won’t suffice. By “tiny” I mean anything below 65-inches. To get that true cinematic experience with Blu-ray and even TV, you need a projector. Of course, there are a few considerations to take into account…
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Understanding HDTV Aspect Ratio
March 2nd, 2011 · 3 Comments · 21:9 3D LED LCD Flat Panels, Blu-ray Discs, Front Projection, LCD Flat Panel, LED LCD Flat Panels, Microdisplay Rear Projection, Plasma
Given the recent announcements of ultra-widescreen LCDs and projectors, we thought it time to revisit one of the more confusing aspects (pun intended) of TVs and movies: aspect ratio. No matter what, every TV is going to have black bars on some content, and the reasons why are complex. Let’s take a look at the [...]
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Best Big Screen Value-Rear Projection 3D HDTVs
March 1st, 2011 · 13 Comments · 3D HDTV, DLP, Front Projection, Laser HDTV, Microdisplay Rear Projection, News
Once upon a time, all big-screen TVs were RPTVs. If you wanted something bigger than a tube TV, projection was your only choice. With the advent of flat panels, the reign of RPTVs was clearly at an end. Except, it wasn’t. Not completely. So the question is, with today’s cheap flat panels, is there any [...]
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Great Last Minute Gifts
December 23rd, 2010 · No Comments · Blu-ray Discs, Blu-ray Titles, Digital Media Receivers, DVR, Front Projection
With just two days left till Christmas, we here at HDGuru figure some of you could use a few last minute gift ideas. We’re certainly covered enough TV deals over the past few weeks, so here are some gift ideas for someone who already has a TV they love, or even people on your list [...]
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Name Brands in Name Only
December 12th, 2010 · 1 Comment · 3D HDTV, Blu-ray Discs, Blu-ray Players, Connected TVs, Digital Media Receivers, DLP, DVD Players, Front Projection, LCD Flat Panel, LED LCD Flat Panels, Plasma
Consumers trust well known brand names. Retailers and TV marketers know this and use strategies to take full advantage of this trust. HD Guru wants readers to be aware that some of the well known TV brand models you may be considering are not produced by the company you think made it, and the online [...]
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