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$2,580.16 from amazon.com directly (you need to put it in your shopping cart and start to check out to see the price) Edit: It seems that the UN46B8500 is not in stock right now at amazon but you can order it at the price I stated above. I saw the UN55B8500 at BB yesterday and it was very nice. I think I am going to go for the non-LED for now and maybe upgrade a few years down the line - just don't think it is worth it. Right now I am leaning towards the Samsung LN52B750 for many reasons (more than just picture quality - and not just because I want to upset Reks ). I spent a lot of time looking at (albeit probably non-calibrated tvs playing non-interesting material) tvs at BB and was pretty impressed with the the LN52B750.

My vote is for Irish bean counter although I suspect that Nate might be right.

IBC I cannot ever understand Al's cryptic posts.

OK, thanks. At least I have some more information to take with me when I audition at the store.

So, what is the difference between something like Panasonic TC-P50G10 and TC-P50V10? They seem to have similar specs except cost. It is Reks opinion that either one of these would be better than a non-LED LCD? Also, I have heard stuff about plasmas making some buzzing noise or getting pixels burned in - both of which worry me.

Ok, I guess people can have different opinions. A trip to the local big box store seems to be in order. Possible to get 1080p, good lighting, 50/52" and fast refresh rate below $2000 or should I stick to 46"? We sit about 15 feet away from the TV. Reks: How would you suggest avoiding "splotchy lighting and jittery movement"?

The Panasonic Viera TC-P50G10 looks reasonable.

OK, thanks.

I was looking at Samsung LN52B630. It seems to have some good reviews and is a price that my partner could live with. The only thing that I don't like about it is the stupid red stripe around the outside. I also have to see if a 52" will fit in the TV spot.

If buying a plasma TV, is Samsung still the way to go or is there a better company. I am inclined to get another LCD but have not ruled out plasma completely.

I guess I am going to have to read up on these LED LCD displays although I don't think my partner is going to let me spend that much cash on it.

My partner and I are thinking that we may want to buy ourselves a new tv for Christmas (probably 50"). Right now we have a Samsung 40" 720p LCD. We have been pretty happy with it but I think it is time for a step up. We have a lot of windows in the living room but do most of our watching at night. Any suggestions? How is Sony vs Samsung?

Brickwall PW8R15AUD 15 Amp, 8 Isolated Surge Protector 25% off until 11/29 Item # PW8R15AUD, 15 Amp, 8 Isolated Receptacle Point of Use Unit for Audio Use on Brick Wall I am thinking of picking one up but I would still like to know how it compares to Zerosurge's more expensive TSC technology before I do it.

Other World Computing Mercury On-The-Go Pro 500GB 5400RPM Triple Interface FW800/FW400/USB 2.0 & 1.1 Storage Solution http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/firewire/on-the-go I assume that I can reuse the enclosure in the future if I want to upgrade to a SSD or larger/faster SATA drive since they sell them separately.

Nice buy Vicki - exactly the computer I would buy if I were to get one today.

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I like Other World Computing but there may be cheaper places. Performance Upgrades; FireWire USB SATA Storage; Memory, more at OWC

Ooops, seems I cannot spell...

Happy Thanksgiving to all you guys and Vickie. I am truly thankful for my wonderful partner, family, friends, job, house, JH13's and internet connection.

Just picked up 8 Riedel Vinum Bordeaux/Cab wine glasses from BB&B - just in time for Thanksgiving Riedel Vinum 21 1/2-Ounce Cabernet/Bordeaux Any suggestions for good beer/ale glasses?

Not funny! I'll have to wait for the next sale.

Open mouth with a bite block. They fit really well - certainly not too tight. For a few nanoseconds, I thought about getting a second pair to use balanced but quickly came to my senses.

One could just get the ghetto version: two 20" or 24" displays display side by side, each towed in - works for me.

These are incredible. I wish I had one.

Thanks for the Nixon links.