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Is plasma on its way out?
With the recent reports that Pioneer will stop making plasma panels, we've started to wonder if plasma technology itself is on its way out. Will plasma still be a factor in 2009, or will LCD take full control of the HDTV market? See all comments


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"Blue Ray compatibility"

by open skies (see profile)
December 26, 2008
I am now seeing the latest line of flatscreens advertised as "Blue Ray Compatible."
Does that mean when I buy a...
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"Unfortunately, yes."

by thesmilkman (see profile)
March 11, 2008
Plasma is the ultimate TV that combines the quality of CRT with the profile of LCD. Unfortunately, it's gotten alot of...
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"plasma not leaving"

by hlee (see profile)
March 15, 2008
wow ..i couldnt believe what i was reading .. i do graphic art and CRTs are still king .. there is only one LCD that...
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"I hope not..."

by BrodieB (see profile)
March 11, 2008
Plasma's are harder to find in stores - but they have such a better picture than LCD's I hope they stick around for a...
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Is OLED the next big thing?
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"Maybe, but plasma will be tough to beat"

by MoskovciakM (see profile)
February 27, 2008
OLED is definitely exciting technology. I got a chance to take a long look at the Sony XEL-1 along with Senior Editor...
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"OLED's already successful"

by hlee (see profile)
May 1, 2008
if you see a cell phone, camera or portable medical device that has an exceptional display, chances are its an OLED...
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"OLEDs came to stay"

by marcioferraz (see profile)
March 1, 2008
It's just a matter of time. The core technology is far more advanced. There are still some obstacles to overcome but...
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