YaneA Posted December 3, 2010 Share Posted December 3, 2010 Like DS said, it all depends on a couple factors: A) Is it being broadcast live in HD? B) Was it filmed in HD? (most local programming, older shows, and some smaller channels still film in standard definition...so even if you watch the program on a channel labeled as "HD", it will only be of SD quality) Also, on a side note (someone may have mentioned this already), but HDTV shows are only broadcast in 720p...not true HD which is 1080p. It's still better than SD, but not quite what your TV is capable of if you have a 1080p TV. A blu-ray movie is 1080p, so if you watch one of them, it should be higher quality than even HD television. Also, ScottM, it doesn't matter which plasma TV you buy when it comes to plasma and glare. They all have glass screens, meaning they also produce glare. I think the main difference in a premium brand vs. a lower brand is the quality of the bulb. A lot of TV's probably share all the same components internally, but the bulb difference is the main part. That difference being how long they typically last...or so I've read. A little research might be in order. Thanks, DS & Big for the info. My HDTV is 720p, not 1080p, and I am adjusting to it; last night I thought pretty much everything I watched looked great. I'll be using the DVR for the first time tonight to record the hockey game and I'll be shopping for a Blu-Ray player this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big A HG Posted December 3, 2010 Share Posted December 3, 2010 Thanks, DS & Big for the info. My HDTV is 720p, not 1080p, and I am adjusting to it; last night I thought pretty much everything I watched looked great. I'll be using the DVR for the first time tonight to record the hockey game and I'll be shopping for a Blu-Ray player this weekend. Blu-ray players have become relatively inexpensive compared to what they've been. But, if you are willing to spend just a touch more money, I'd get a PlayStation 3 for a blu-ray player, even if I wouldn't game on it. They are actually one of the best blu-ray players on the market, and if you connect it to the internet, it will continue to remain updated through Sony's software updates. Beyond that, it also plays DVD's, CD's, data discs...it can be used as a mp3 player, internet browser, video player, picture viewer, all of which you can save directly to the console itself, so you never have to keep putting in the same discs over and over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodcon Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 Sorry about digging up an ancient thread, but I just realized what was missing around here, has Dave K been 86'd? Has he ever bought a HDTV? How about a flatscreen? Did he pick a new team when the Sioux name was retired? So many questions....?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberkas Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 4 minutes ago, jodcon said: Sorry about digging up an ancient thread, but I just realized what was missing around here, has Dave K been 86'd? Has he ever bought a HDTV? How about a flatscreen? Did he pick a new team when the Sioux name was retired? So many questions....?? He has a few accounts that have been banned as far as I know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn-O Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 7 minutes ago, jodcon said: Sorry about digging up an ancient thread, but I just realized what was missing around here, has Dave K been 86'd? Has he ever bought a HDTV? How about a flatscreen? Did he pick a new team when the Sioux name was retired? So many questions....?? If the Penguins make any sort of run look for him under a new account. Doubt it. Doubt it. The Gophers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodcon Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 1 minute ago, Shawn-O said: If the Penguins make any sort of run look for him under a new account. Doubt it. Doubt it. The Gophers. Is that serious? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNDBIZ Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 11 minutes ago, jodcon said: Is that serious? Them and Penn State. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodcon Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 1 minute ago, UNDBIZ said: Them and Penn State. What a little sh*tbird. Not really surprised I guess, he'd do anything out of spite. Funny thing is we also have a guy who's had about 15 screen names banned, at least he seems to be a real fan but doesn't play well with others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackheart Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 2 hours ago, jodcon said: Sorry about digging up an ancient thread, but I just realized what was missing around here, has Dave K been 86'd? Has he ever bought a HDTV? How about a flatscreen? Did he pick a new team when the Sioux name was retired? So many questions....?? DaveK... Didn't he reappear under the name Kevad? I mean nobody was going to figure that one out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberkas Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 4 hours ago, jodcon said: What a little sh*tbird. Not really surprised I guess, he'd do anything out of spite. Funny thing is we also have a guy who's had about 15 screen names banned, at least he seems to be a real fan but doesn't play well with others. He went to GPL and they pretty much ignored him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodcon Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 5 hours ago, cberkas said: He went to GPL and they pretty much ignored him. Huh, they're smarter than I thought over there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodcon Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 8 hours ago, Blackheart said: DaveK... Didn't he reappear under the name Kevad? I mean nobody was going to figure that one out. The Sidney Crosby in drag avatar was probably a dead giveaway also. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackheart Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 1 hour ago, jodcon said: The Sidney Crosby in drag avatar was probably a dead giveaway also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sicatoka Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 On 3/27/2019 at 7:53 AM, jodcon said: Huh, they're smarter than I thought over there. DaveK left here and went to GPL and the average IQ of both boards went up. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberkas Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 15 minutes ago, The Sicatoka said: DaveK left here and went to GPL and the average IQ of both boards went up. He’s somewhat active on USCHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodcon Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 16 minutes ago, The Sicatoka said: DaveK left here and went to GPL and the average IQ of both boards went up. Sometimes addition by subtraction works in the world. I know it would if I could subtract my wife from her credit card. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
choyt3 Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 Back on topic... why would anyone spend the money on HD? Complete waste of money. 50” rear projection sd TV is where it’s at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodcon Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 54 minutes ago, choyt3 said: Back on topic... why would anyone spend the money on HD? Complete waste of money. 50” rear projection sd TV is where it’s at. You forgot "Go Sioux and Penguins" but a solid post nevertheless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodcon Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 But I will throw in that I saw a 70" Vizio 4k in Walmart for $699 a couple weeks ago, I'm a little surprised how fast the prices have come back on those, although there is a new, cooler version out for about $1500. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sicatoka Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 21 hours ago, The Sicatoka said: DaveK left here and went to GPL and the average IQ of both boards went up. Thank you to the folks who up-voted that post. You must've done the math and recognized what that really says. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MafiaMan Posted April 6, 2019 Share Posted April 6, 2019 On 3/26/2019 at 11:57 PM, Blackheart said: DaveK... Didn't he reappear under the name Kevad? I mean nobody was going to figure that one out. WAIT! You’re saying that DaveK and Kevad were the same person? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sioux90 Posted April 6, 2019 Share Posted April 6, 2019 On 1/21/2010 at 9:44 PM, Fetch said: I have been looking any advice so far this one seems pretty good http://www.samsclub.com/sams/shop/product....requestid=10452 Look online for specials. You'll always over pay if you buy in store. CNET.com usually gives solid advice and links to the best deals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIOUXFAN97 Posted April 6, 2019 Share Posted April 6, 2019 http://www.dakotatv.com/ take care of the guys that fund und athletics...toby and andy will help you out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackheart Posted April 6, 2019 Share Posted April 6, 2019 6 hours ago, MafiaMan said: WAIT! You’re saying that DaveK and Kevad were the same person? Well there's no way to be 100% sure. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cratter Posted April 7, 2019 Share Posted April 7, 2019 Looking for something to watch on that HD TV? The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia I was listening to a Joe Rogan podcast and he was mentioning this documentary about hillbilly's on all these pills constantly whacked out of their mind. It's produced by Johnny Knoxville and Co. If nothing else, it's highly entertaining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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