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Whadaya think guys? Should I wait for Intel to "change HDTV as we know it" before I buy a new TV?
news.com.com/2100-1041-5126641.html

I can't wait. I've heard nothing but great things about the PQ of LCoS. Go Intel!

Something like this might even get me to replace my 12" Philco.

Anything that helps to drive down those bloated prices is a good thing.

Now you're just toying with us...

BTW, I agree with Peter.

If you didn't read the whole article in the link, here's the best part:

"By contrast, the technology used by Intel employs vast arrays of tiny electronic shutters that can alter the amount of reflected light, an approach that may allow companies to make big-screen TV sets using rear-projection technology that matches or exceeds the quality of flat-panel TVs at a much lower cost than plasma and conventional LCD."

Big screen, exceeds flat panel quality, cheaper then plasma and LCD....I'm drooling in anticipation already.

Maybe I will only have to wait 1-2 years instead of 5 or so before getting an affordable big screen with a good picture (no, I don't want a front projector in my family room)

Actually, maybe I didn't need that part in the parentheses without Sushi around

I worry that if I wait for this technology to come out, it won't be any less expensive because they will find a way to make us spend more on new/old features if you want the "good ones"(TVs).

What a dilemma! I have the resources to get a nice TV now but I don't know if I'll be in the same situation in a year or so .

I have no doubt that the technology is going to get better and cheaper. These are the very early days of HDTV and you are paying a big premium as an early adopter IMO. What I'll bet is that if you don't bank your money and wait, in that year or two you will be wanting a new set and kicking yourself for having spent twice as much for something you want to replace.

Yes, so take that Tv money, invest it somewhere, but one in a year or two, and enjoy spending all of the leftovers from the lower price and and investment growth on more HT EQ!!