LCD has claimed the throne from plasma. They’re lighter, more efficient, and beginning to dominate the higher-size ranges. This Sharp AQUOS 52″ LCD HDTV is a prime example. It’s big enough that 1080p resolution actually matters.

The Sharp LC-52D62U provides a larger-than-life television experience with a stunning, high-definition picture that will impress all those within its viewing angle. Get acquainted with this 52″ AQUOS and see if you can resist ordering it immediately.

Quick Specifications: 1080p Resolution, 10,000:1 Contrast Ratio, Two HDMI Inputs

Much has been made of the longevity of LCD displays, at least compared to plasma monitors. The conventional wisdom is that LCD televisions last longer than their plasma TV counterparts, which is true. The problem is, a lot of people extrapolate from this that either (a) LCD displays last forever or (b) LCD monitors suffer no picture “wear” over time. Neither of these suppositions is correct.

Flat-panel LCD screen displays have a lifespan approaching 60,000 hours. The lifespan of an LCD display is generally longer than that of similar-sized plasma displays. Some manufacturers even claim that their LCDs can last upwards of 80,000 hours (more…)