I had TERRIBLE luck with Samsung. I purchased a Samsung 46" 1080p LCD from CC after I moved my 42" Panasonic Plamsa into the bedroom last Christmas.

The first Samsung had terrible banding and pixelation so I took it back to CC. No problem, brought the second unit home, and after watching it about 2 nights, the LCD would not shut off no matter what I did. Call 800 help, they say it's a common problem and to take it back to CC. Take it back to CC, no problem, get a different Samsung model still 46". Bring it home, and literally the exact same issue - it would not turn off after a couple times turning it on.

I go back fuming and finally give up and get another Panasonic plasma and say screw LCDs and I could not be happier. In fact, it's about time to get a new set, and I'm seriously considering another plasma because the depth of color, brightness, smoothness, etc is so much better inch for inch dollar for dollar. The only downside - no PC input, slight possibility for burn in, and they're heavier (who cares once it's on the wall).

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