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I'm in the market for a new TV. Do I rule out 720 and just go with the 1080 TV at this time?

Posted by artemus on April 21, 2008 at 19:12:46:
I haven't really kept up with the new technologies. I'm more a 2 channel man, but my LR where the system and 55" rear projection tv looks awful. I need a flat panel, but my room is big and I'll be sitting 15-16 ft away which demands a 60 " or better which is very expensive. However the 720's are much cheaper.
Here's the deal. I can get a 720 Pioneer for about 3400 or a 1080 LG for $3500. These are online deals.
However I just discovered another possible solution which is the ultra slim line Samsung rear projection. A 61" is only about 12" deep which may not look to bad placed on a shelf above the 2 channel system. But the jury is still out on that. I know the flat screen will look better, but the ultra slim is only 1700 at Best buy. It too, is a 1080.
I believe all the 1080 sets are 1080P but am not sure of the 720's. I'd appreciate your info and help in making the decision on the 720 or 1080.
Thanks
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