10 worst HDTV ripoffs for 2008

Buyer beware! If you are considering the purchase of a new HD TV you need to be aware of the below items and if you want me to go look at the new TVs with you just call or email. Thanks to Gizmodo for reposting this list from HDGuru.

• Fake HD and Cable Satellite Channels: Did you know that a number of HD channels broadcast a lot of "fake HD?" Anyone who has ever watched some of TNT's HD broadcasts can attest to that.
• Dynamic Contrast Ratio Measurement Specification: The contrast ratio number is basically meaningless.
• Line Conditioners: They do nothing to improve the HDTV image.
• Deep Color: No deep color sources makes this a worthless feature.
• x.v.Color: Until Laser TVs and xv Color HD discs appear on the scene, this feature is not truly useful.
• 1080p HDTVs below 42" (diagonal): If you own a HDTV under 42", chances are you won't recognize the quality difference over 720p—unless you are standing really close to the TV.
• Flat LCD HDTVs 26" and Smaller: The image quality of LCD HDTVs in the 26" inch range or lower is generally poor.
• 120Hz HDMI Cables: As mentioned before, expensive HDMI cables are a huge ripoff. Case in point, decent HDMI cable for less than $2. I bought a few myself and they work fine.
• Off Brand Model HDTVs: No-name brands may cost you more down the line.
• HDMI: Horrible connector design can prove problematic. Always pretest your connections.

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