Consumer Reports reveals tips on finding best TV at low price

Friday, January 29, 2016

Consumer Reports reveals tips on finding best TV at reasonable price

If you're looking for a new TV, Michael Finney and Consumer Reports teamed up to share some tips to help you find the right set at a low price.

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The Super Bowl is a great excuse to buy a new television and prices have never been lower.

Retailers offer deep discounts this time of year as they clear their shelves in time for new models. But with all the options, how do you know which one to buy? Consumer Reports shared some tips to help you find the right set.

Big screens to watch the big game have never been cheaper. You can get a 65-inch 1080p high definition TV for under a $1,000. "Although ultra HD TVs are on the market, a regular HD set is still a great choice. Plus, the game's not being broadcast in 4K UHD this year," Consumer Reports spokesperson Jim Willcox said.

Consumer Reports tests hundreds of TVs every year and said for a Super Bowl party, a screen that's 55 inches or bigger is a good choice. Something that's also important is a wide-viewing angle. "This is where an OLED TV comes in handy. Both HD sets and UHD models have unlimited viewing angles. And that means that everyone in your room is going to get a great view of the game no matter where they're sitting," Willcox said.

You'll also want a TV that can handle fast motion without blurring. Consumer Reports uses these patterns to test how each set performs.

Some TVs may be a great deal for the game. But if you want to invest in the latest and greatest, check out an ultra HD OLED. The 55-inch set from lg costs $3,000 and is one of Consumer Reports' highest rated TVs. "This TV offers everything you need to make your Super Bowl party a hit. Plus, UHD will help future-proof you for when more 4K content becomes available," Willcox said.

If you want an even newer TV, brand-new models will hit store shelves in late February, early March.

Consumer Reports has several recommendations for good deals on big screen TVs that are available right now. For a 55-inch television, you may want to consider HD models from Samsung and Sony, which are both $800.

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