Samsung TXS3082WH 30" Wide Slimfit HDTV
Perfect for a gamer's bedroom
I always wanted my own HDTV ever since 2003, one of the main reasons was for gaming, watching movies was secondary. Starved to see \\"the difference\\" on component video cables with my GameCube (unfortunately they were discontinued by the time I was ready to buy them) and really upgrade my set. After 3 years of progress, design, adoption by the gaming industry and weeks of saving between two jobs... it's definitely worth the wait.  <br /> <br />I've heard a lot of bad things from the HDTV forums regarding CRT sets and Samsungs but I really can't see anything wrong with this set. I suppose it has something to do with being the latest model that most of last year's bugs are ironed out.  <br /> <br /> At first I was a bit worried if I'd have any problems with the set because of the above but luckily I didn't have to worry. Turned it on with all my connections in place and tested everything. Even RCA cables (GameCube, Dreamcast) didn't look bad either. <br /> <br /> The set is bigger than I expected too... and I've checked out the TV in stores! It fits perfectly on my Sauder Entertainment center. <br /> <br /> I plan on getting more Component Video cables and hope to upgrade to HD cable pretty soon. Also, I don't want to leave those HDMI ports unused but right now I don't have any devices that support it. That being said, I haven't explored the HD difference with anything over 480p (my DVD player) but I just got my ATi HD-to-DVI adapter so I'll test out my anime later. <br /> <br /> Unless you're hard pressed to get a 1080p set as a future PS3 adopter, I think you'll find this TV to be perfect for your home. <br /> <br /> Keep in mind though I had to be VERY precautious with measuring the set before buying. Don't ever buy a set blindly. <br /> <br /> It's a $1000 value but you can get it for a lot less, let me tell you it's worth every penny.