HP MediaSmart TVs go nationwide

Some HD gear seems to take forever to hit the streets. HP's latest MediaSmart TVs were announced at CES about nine months ago and while they've been available in select locations, now HP is happy to let us know they're going nationwide. Both the 42-inch and 47-inch 1080p network-enabled LCD HDTVs are going to be coming to a store near you, for $2,099 and $2,499 respectively. So, if your requirements for your next HDTV include access to snapfish, Real Rhapsody and Live365 Radio, -- as well as just about anything else on your computer -- these sets are worth a look.

[(Unverified) Posted Sep 18th 2007 2:05PM]

I bought an HP big screen microdisplay and the light engine, the most important component that is very expensive to replace, conked out after 18 months. HP has outsourced service and doesn't stand behind the product. An HP rep told me they don't test every light engine and experienced a 5% warranty claim rate on their microdisplay TVs. HP is not a consumer electronics company and doesn't appear to approach quality assurance like an experienced television manufacturer. I recommend staying away from HP TVs. HP is a printer company and a computer company, and its largest profits come from selling ink. I'd buy an HD TV from a TV manufacturer that's been in the business a long time.