Television prices dropped, on average, 20% to 30% during 2009, says Paul Gagnon, the director of research for DisplaySearch.com, a consulting subsidiary of market research firm NPD Group. The usual price drops from advancing technology were additionally fueled by tough economic times. Manufacturers have less pressure to discount this year, but prices should still drop by another 10% to 20%. “We’re seeing a lot of great, big TVs finally come into affordable price?points,” he says.
Sales leading up to the Super Bowl are typically among the best of the year, with many meeting lows set during the holiday shopping season. But if you’re drooling over the latest bells and whistles like 3D HDTV or more Internet connectivity, this is not the time to splurge. Manufacturers’ latest TV lines with those features (and higher pricetags) won’t hit shelves in the spring and summer. To avoid buying a so-so set, read expert and consumer reviews at sites like CNET.com and Retrevo.com before you buy.
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