Do You Really Need a New HDTV? The Benefits of Buying a Used HDTV

HDTV Televisions have been around for some time. Not only do they produce sharper, more detailed pictures and video but HDTV allows for more channels and features to be added to normal television. Around the world, it is being adopted and broadcasters are broadcasting in 720p, 1080i and 1080p HD resolutions. Each HD resolution is different but since most HDTVs are able to display one or all three native resolutions, having an HDTV today is still a smart option.

Although most consumers will go for new HDTVs, there are other options including buying used HD Televisions. Depending on one’s particular budget, selecting a used HDTV can be a better option than buying brand new for a number of reasons:

Used is the new kind of new: As prices of technology continue to fall and in some instances, grow. It can be difficult to determine what the best price point is for an HDTV especially if you are buying a new HDTV. With used HDTVs, it is possible to find a more feature packed, used or refurbished HDTV for far much less. For the consumer who is price conscious
HD Technology: Aside from newer backlight LED screens, wider screens and the emergence of 3D technology, there isn’t much that has changed in the last several years in the HDTV market. In fact some older generation HDTVs display a more clearer picture resolution than newer HD Televisions available today. This is an important point to consider when considering whether to go used or new.

Accessories still Adapt: If you have a lot of older generation or legacy electronics like older sound systems, A/V receivers, DVD players, cable set-up boxes and video game systems and other accessories, buying a refurbished or used HD television can be the smart option as the HD television may have the right connection ports for your television.

If you do decide to buy used and refurbished, consider HD Televisions that are not older than 4 years, because the average technology development cycle is about that period of time. It is a safe bet to choose a HDTV from the last 4 years because it will be compatible with most current systems (aside from 3D) and also some legacy systems.